Secure Emerging Technologies as a Principal Cybersecurity Specialist
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Job Description
As a Principal Cybersecurity Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the security strategy for emerging technologies. Your expertise will be crucial in designing robust security architectures and driving risk-informed adoption of innovations such as Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML), Internet of Things (IoT) & Digital Twins, Advanced Robotics, Blockchain-enabled supply-chain transparency, Advanced Materials & Processing platforms, and Advanced Geophysical Technologies.
Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust, you will act as a trusted advisor to Cybersecurity & Architecture leadership, ensuring that cutting-edge solutions delivered by the business are safe, resilient, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
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Required Skills and Qualifications
* 12+ years in cybersecurity, with 5+ years securing OT/ICS or large-scale industrial environments.
* Demonstrated leadership of security architecture or R&D programmes covering at least two of: AI/ML, IoT/IIoT, autonomous robotics, blockchain, or advanced sensing.
* Defined cybersecurity roadmaps for emerging technologies such as AI/ML, IoT, robotics, blockchain, geophysical technology used in exploration, extraction, processing and logistics.
* Aligned with business objectives, ICS/OT safety standards, and frameworks (NIST CSF, ISA/IEC 62443, ISO 27041-27045).
* Led design reviews and threat modelling for new deployments of new and emerging technologies (e.g., autonomous haul trucks, smart sensors, AI-driven ore-grade prediction).
* Developed specialised risk-assessment methodologies for AI models, digital twins, robotics, safety systems etc.
* Evaluated emerging cybersecurity tools (e.g. AI model-watermarking, zero-trust micro-segmentation for IoT) as well as recommend and lead appropriate assessments for these (e.g. proof of concept, production pilot etc.).
* Developed and supported cybersecurity policies, patterns and control baselines for emerging technologies, including but not limited to secure SDLC for ML pipelines, cryptographic key management for blockchain platforms, safety interlocks for robotics etc.
* Established specialised playbooks for emerging technologies for example AI-model poisoning, robotics sabotage, sensor spoofing, and blockchain smart-contract exploits.
* Coached and supported cybersecurity architects, OT engineers, and data scientists in secure design practices for emerging technologies such as AI/ML, robotics, and IoT.
* Identified, implemented and evaluated the success of continuous improvement activities/initiatives to improve safety, productivity, cost and revenue outcomes for the business.
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Benefits
We offer attractive salary packages with performance-based bonuses and a best-in-class employee share program. Our employees enjoy flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, other extended leave entitlements and parent rooms. We strive to create a work environment that is inclusive, fair, and respectful.
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Others
We are committed to employing individuals who align with our values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there may be checks conducted to demonstrate an applicant's suitability for the role, including police/criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.
At our organisation, we know that diversity is strengthened by our differences. We are an Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to making our workplace safe and inclusive where everyone can thrive and be at their best every day.