Security Delivery Lead

Security Delivery Lead

Part-time (2.5 days per week)

6-month contract

Major utilities environment

Australian citizenship required

A fantastic opportunity for a seasoned Security Delivery Lead to lead the end-to-end delivery of managed cyber security services for a major utilities client. This role sits at the intersection of technical leadership, service delivery, and stakeholder engagement, ideal for someone who thrives in complex, regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead governance and delivery of cyber security operations services
• Own SLAs, KPIs, OLAs and service quality across onshore and offshore teams
• Run weekly, monthly, and quarterly service and performance reviews
• Act as escalation point and Incident Commander for major cyber incidents
• Coordinate response across IT, OT, Legal, Communications, and Executives
• Drive continuous improvement across detection, response, tooling, and automation
• Communicate risks, incidents, and performance in clear, executive‑ready language
• Ensure audit readiness and alignment with regulatory obligations

Key Skills

• Leadership experience in managed security services environments
• Strong understanding of security operations and incident response
• Experience in utilities or critical infrastructure environments
• Working knowledge of SOCI Act compliance and audit expectations
• Familiarity with technologies such as SIEM, EDR, NDR, and OT monitoring
• Exposure to tools including Cisco or Fortinet firewalls, Netskope, Proofpoint, Qualys, Microsoft Defender, and Claroty
• Confident stakeholder engagement from technical teams through to executives
• Ability to lead under pressure and manage complex, high‑severity incidents

Why Whizdom?

Whizdom is 100% Australian‑owned, a Veteran Employer of Choice at the highest tier, and a trusted partner to government and enterprise clients.

To apply or learn more, reach out at ***email_hidden*** or 0480 002 456.