Senior Engineer Cyber Security, Risk & Governance Engineer

OUR CULTURE

We are a joint venture between Tianqi Lithium Corporation and IGO Ltd. As pioneers in the Australian lithium industry, we've already achieved great things, including building the first battery-grade lithium hydroxide plant in Australia, paving the way for Australia to be a major player in the global transition to a clean energy future.

We’re looking for people who want to be a part of the industry of the future - people who work with purpose and urgency, take initiative, and rise to challenges. We're seeking individuals who empower others, embrace innovation, and want to work in an open and supportive environment, where teamwork and collaboration are valued. 

At TLEA, you’ll be part of a team that is excited to be involved in a world-class project that benefits not only the Western Australian community but the world.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Are you passionate about making a real impact?

TLEA is welcoming applications for a full-time Senior Engineer Cyber Security, Risk & Governance to join our team working at our Kwinana plant.

The successful applicant will be responsible for TLEA's cyber security strategy, governance, risk-management and assurance capability across corporate and operational technology environments.

The role establishes clear security accountabilities, maintains the cyber maturity roadmap and ensures risks, controls, policies and external services are managed in line with business requirements. The position provides security architecture advice, coordinates audit and compliance activities, and translates technical security matters into clear business risk information for management.

In addition to possessing our core values of distinction, pragmatism, honesty, tenacity and innovation, this position will suit applicants with prior experience in the mining, energy and mineral extraction sectors.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain TLEA's cyber security strategy, maturity roadmap and annual improvement plan.
• Own the cyber governance framework, security policies, standards and supporting procedures.
• Maintain the cyber risk register and coordinate assessment, treatment, acceptance and reporting activities.
• Lead alignment with SMB1001 and other approved control frameworks and assurance requirements.
• Provide security architecture and risk advice for infrastructure, applications, cloud, OT, AI and business projects.
• Coordinate audit readiness, evidence collection, control testing and remediation tracking.
• Oversee identity governance, privileged access, information protection and third-party security-risk practices.
• Define cyber metrics and provide clear reporting to management and governance forums.
• Oversee managed security, monitoring and specialist cyber service providers.
• Coordinate cyber incident governance, escalation, post-incident review and improvement actions.
• Support development of the OT cyber baseline and alignment with operational risk requirements.
• Promote security awareness and role-based cyber responsibilities across the organisation.
• Ensure security obligations are considered in vendor selection, contracts and technology onboarding.
• Contribute to data governance, privacy and responsible AI controls in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Other duties as may be directed by the Manager Technology.

WHAT YOU CAN BRING

• Minimum 7 years' experience in cyber security, governance, risk, architecture or assurance roles.
• Demonstrated experience developing security policies, risk frameworks, control environments and executive reporting.
• Experience managing cyber audits, compliance programmes, third-party assurance and remediation plans.
• Strong understanding of identity, endpoint, cloud, network and information-protection security principles.
• Experience with SMB1001, NIST CSF, ISO 27001 or comparable frameworks.
• Ability to communicate cyber risk clearly to technical, operational and executive stakeholders.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Contribute to a green and sustainable industry of the future.
• Competitive salary with a performance-based discretionary bonus structure
• Additional Superannuation
• Award and recognition program
• Long service leave option after 5 years (pro rata)
• Supportive colleagues committed to your success and well-being
• Inclusive and diverse work environment

LOCATION

TLEA proudly acknowledges and the Whadjuk and Gnaala Karla Boodja people of the Noongar Nation, as the traditional custodians of the Kwinana area, where we operate our plant.

Kwinana is 38 km from the Perth central business district, 20 km from City of Fremantle and just 7km from Rockingham.

HOW DO I APPLY?

To find out more about this unique opportunity, please submit your application by Thursday 19 November 2026 by clicking the 'Apply' button. All applications and discussions will be kept strictly confidential.

Applicants are advised that the shortlisting and interview process may commence before the closing date.  

At Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia, we embrace and recognise the value of diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We welcome and encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds.