Job Description
Specialist OT Cyber
  • Monday to Friday | West Perth Office
  • 2-year Fixed Term Contract
  • Private health cover contribution for employees and immediate family
  • Performance, Retention and Profit Share Bonuses

 

About the role:

The Cyber Security team along with the Process Control Systems team is currently seeking a Specialist OT Cyber to join them on a Monday - Friday roster based at our West Perth office for a 2-year Fixed Term Contract. Reporting to the Manager Cyber Security, you will be responsible for the improvement of cyber security maturity across Hancock Iron Ore’s Operational Technology (OT) environments. The role works closely with operational, process control and technology teams to identify, assess, and manage cyber security risks associated with industrial control systems and operational technology platforms whilst assisting with bringing up associated teams cyber capability to agreed levels across multi year maturity models.

 

The position contributes specialist capability to ensure cyber security risks are understood, controls are implemented effectively, and security practices are embedded into OT systems, teams and projects. Through collaboration with site operations and technology teams, the role supports the development of secure operational environments, strengthens cyber resilience, and assists in protecting critical mining, rail, and port operations from cyber threats.


Duties:

  • Identify, assess, and manage the cyber security risks across OT and industrial control system environments
  • Contribute to the improvement of OT cyber security maturity by supporting implementation of controls aligned to recognised frameworks
  • Assist with vulnerability and threat management activities across OT environments, including identifying, prioritising, and coordinating remediation of vulnerabilities with operational and technology teams
  • Support cyber incident response activities impacting operational technology systems, including investigation, analysis, and coordination with cyber operations teams
  • Provide input into security architecture and design for OT systems, ensuring security requirements are incorporated into technology solutions and projects
  • Support monitoring and improvement of OT security capabilities, including endpoint security tools, network monitoring, and security detection technologies
  • Contribute to the development and improvement of cyber security standards, procedures, and guidance applicable to OT environments.
  • Support vendor and third‑party security assessments where technology interacts with operational environments.

 

Skills and Experience:

  • Degree in Information Technology, Cyber Security or related discipline; or equivalent practical experience
  • Extensive experience in cyber security within operational technology, industrial control systems, or broader technology environments.
  • Exposure to operational technology environments in Resources or similar heavy industry
  • Experience contributing to cyber security uplift initiatives, risk management activities, or security maturity improvements
  • Understanding of operational technology and industrial control system environments such as ICS, SCADA, and process control networks
  • Knowledge of OT cyber security principles including network segmentation, asset visibility, monitoring, and access control

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About Hancock Iron Ore

The world of iron ore is evolving, and so are we. Atlas Iron and Roy Hill have joined forces to become Hancock Iron Ore, building on our combined strengths of resilience and innovation.

Our portfolio of world-class iron ore operations located in West Australia’s Pilbara region has a strong history of delivering reliable products for our customers in key international markets. As one team under Hancock Iron Ore, we have four operating mines: Roy Hill, Miralga Creek, Sanjiv Ridge, and Mount Webber, with McPhee Creek under construction plus a range of exciting development opportunities.

We deliver more than 70 million tonnes of ore each year through our own two-berth port facility at Stanley Point and the multi-user Utah Point in Port Hedland, providing the materials needed to foster global economic growth and development. Leveraging established infrastructure, including our processing plant and 344km independently owned and operated heavy haul railway, our operation oversees each moment from when ore is mined through to when it is shipped.

Perth Remote Operations Facilities

You'll be joining us at our Remote Operations Centre (ROC) where you will benefit from:

  • Free on-site parking 
  • Modern spacious office with break-out facilities
  • In-house café providing variety of food options and barista coffee
  • Flexi Leave 
  • Flexible working hours outside of core business hours
  • Active social club with community events and activities for employees
  • Lifestyle, learning and recreation initiatives, including family events

Equal Opportunity

Hancock Iron Ore is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, Veteran personnel and women to apply. We promote cultural diversity, gender equality and non- discrimination. We are proud of our relationships with our Traditional Owners and value the difference these partnerships make to the success of the project and to the lives of the people on whose land we operate.

Application Information

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.

This advertisement will close no later than the Posting End Date specified.  We may close the advertisement early should suitable candidate/s be identified, so encourage prompt applications.

Recruitment Agency submissions will not be considered.
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Posting End Date:  30/06/2026
Information at a Glance
Business Unit:  Technology
Job Location:  Perth Airport, West Perth
Posting End Date:  30/06/2026
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