Cyber Security Analyst (Cloud & IAM) About Southern Ports Southern Ports operates the gateway ports of Albany, Bunbury, and Esperance, connecting regional WA to global markets. We focus on safe, efficient, and sustainable port operations, delivering value to our customers and communities. With a strong commitment to our people, we’re building a diverse, high-performing workforce to support the future of regional trade. Perks of Joining Southern Ports Joining Southern Ports Authority comes with numerous benefits that cater to a wide range of professional and personal needs, some examples being:
• Flexible Working Arrangements: Enjoy a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle and personal commitments.
• Annual Health and Well-being

Benefits:
Take advantage of programs and resources aimed at maintaining your physical and mental health.
• Salary Sacrificing Options: Maximise your take-home pay through tailored salary packaging arrangements such as Novated Car Leasing and Superannuation
• Opportunity to Travel: Experience different geographical regions in Western Australia, enhancing your professional and personal growth.
• Generous Purchase Leave Options: Gain additional leave options to suit your personal needs and preferences.

Salary:
$148,897 per annum – Increasing to $156,342 on January 1st 2027 + 12% Superannuation + regional allowance if based regionally. The Role Southern Ports is recruiting a Fixed Term Full Time Cyber Security Analyst (Cloud & IAM) until 30th June 2028 to join their team based at our Perth office. Reporting to the Cyber Security Lead the Cyber Security Analyst will be responsible for the governance, risk management, assurance and continuous improvement of Southern Ports' Cloud Security and Identity and Access Management (IAM) capabilities. The role serves as a recognised subject matter expert, providing expert security leadership, influencing technology decisions and ensuring security controls effectively manage organisational risk. The position is responsible for driving cyber security maturity to strengthen Southern Ports' cyber security posture, resilience and compliance obligations. All business activities of this role are in line with Southern Ports' mission, vision and corporate values. Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Act as Southern Ports' lead subject matter expert for Cloud Security governance, standards and assurance activities.
• Lead the continuous improvement of identity and access management controls including authentication, authorisation, access governance and privileged access management controls.




• Lead the design and review of complex cloud security and identity solutions, evaluating major design options, business impacts, risks and trade-offs that align with security standards, risk appetite and compliance obligations.
• Develop and deliver cyber security awareness initiatives that promote the secure use of cloud technologies and effective management of user identities and access. Essential
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security or a related discipline.
• Microsoft Certified Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300)
• Significant specialist experience in Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management (IAM) and cyber security governance within a complex organisational environment.
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing and maintaining cloud security and identity governance frameworks, standards, controls and assurance activities across Microsoft cloud environments, including Azure, Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft 365.
• Demonstrated experience leading and delivering cloud security and IAM initiatives, including the implementation of security controls, risk assessments, business case development, project delivery, security uplift programs and contemporary security capabilities such as MFA, PAM, PIM and Zero Trust.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic cyber security advice, influence decision-making and engage effectively with senior stakeholders on cloud security, identity governance, risk, compliance and cyber resilience matters.
• Ability to travel to Southern Ports locations (Albany, Bunbury, Esperance, and Perth) Desirable
• Microsoft Certified Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
• Microsoft Certified Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100)
• ISC2 CCSP
• ISACA Cloud+
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing and optimising Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM), SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM), Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), and Privileged Access Management (PAM) capabilities within a complex enterprise environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading and delivering secure-by-design initiatives,



including the application of Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Composition Analysis (SCA) and Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) practices within cloud and technology delivery programs.
• Experience developing, implementing and assessing cyber security controls within regulated, government or critical infrastructure environments, including the application of frameworks such as the Essential Eight, Australian Government ISM, SOCI Act and WA Government Cyber Security Policy.
• Demonstrated experience developing executive reports, governance papers, business cases and risk assessments, with the ability to communicate complex cyber security concepts and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and relationship management skills, with experience working across business, technology, vendor and government stakeholder groups. To see the PD for this role, please copy and paste the below link into your browser: Position Description https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/o1ndv5nrh8wjvswdty6iz/Cyber-Security-Analyst-Cloud-and-IAM.pdf?rlkey=5w4hbhl6hh36do0scz9j4l6zk&st;=0jpz2fwt&dl;=0 Enterprise Agreement https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/fd0hwgl2ujk6kcvfcn56z/SPA-Administration-and-Specialist-Services-Agreement-2025-2.pdf?rlkey=q0exxkakw7ddm45z7d1wa68fd&st;=dmryx9xs&dl;=0 Requirements To apply, please submit your application through our advertisement. Ensure you include an up-to-date resume. To be eligible for this role, applicants must reside either Perth, Bunbury, Albany or Esperance and provide proof of Australian citizenship or permanent residency. The successful applicant must:
• Have a current Western Australian driver’s licence
• Be able to obtain and maintain a Maritime Security Identification Card
• Pass a pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol testing
• Provide a National Police Certificate that is within a 6-month period. Southern Ports is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, gender, age, religion, sexual preference or disability. We encourage applications from all culturally diverse backgrounds, Indigenous Australians and Non-Indigenous Australians. Southern Ports is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and impartial workplace with equal opportunities for all employees. Applications close: COB 20 November 2026 We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process during the application period.

📌 Cyber Security Analyst (Perth)
🏢 Southern Ports
📍 Perth