Senior Data Protection Engineer

Energy is changing fast and so are we. There’s never been a bigger opportunity to build a cleaner future with Endeavour Energy.

More than 2.7 million people across New South Wales count on us every day for safe, reliable and increasingly sustainable power. With 1,700+ employees across our network, we’re one of the largest employers in Sydney’s Greater West, and one of Australia’s fastest‑growing energy organisations.

We’re building the network of the future connecting 20,000+ new customers each year, powering major growth like the Western Sydney Aerotropolis, and accelerating decarbonisation for our communities. From smarter connections to customer energy solutions, we’re making it easier for households and businesses to electrify and cut emissions. When we power together, we go further, faster.

About the Role

As a Senior Data Protection Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in protecting Endeavour Energy’s IT and OT environments. You’ll lead the design, optimisation and operation of data protection controls, respond to complex security incidents, and influence the organisation’s security strategy.

This is a hands-on technical role with real impact combining engineering, operations, and strategic input.

Key Responsibilities

Data Protection & Security Uplift

• Own and enhance data protection across IT & OT environments
• Optimise DLP, CASB, endpoint security and data classification controls
• Identify risks and drive continuous security improvements

Security Operations & Incident Response

• Monitor, investigate and respond to cyber threats and incidents
• Provide L2/L3 support across security operations
• Lead response to major data protection and endpoint incidents

Cloud & Azure Security

• Own and secure Azure environments (NSG, UDR, WAF, Conditional Access)
• Design and implement secure, zero-trust cloud architectures
• Ensure effective logging, monitoring and alerting via Sentinel

Technical Leadership

• Lead and optimise tools such as Microsoft Purview, Defender and CASB
• Mentor junior engineers and uplift team capability
• Stay ahead of emerging threats, technologies and regulatory changes

Collaboration & Advisory

• Partner with IT & OT teams to embed security by design
• Support compliance with ISO 27001 and AESCSF frameworks
• Act as a trusted advisor on cyber risk and mitigation strategies

About You

You’re a technically strong security professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys solving real-world challenges.

You’ll bring:

• 5+ years’ experience in Security Operations or Cyber Security
• Strong expertise across Microsoft security stack (Purview, Defender, Azure)
• Experience with EDR/XDR, CASB and endpoint protection tools
• Solid understanding of cloud security and zero-trust principles
• Knowledge of ISO 27001 (AESCSF desirable)

Highly regarded:

• CISSP or relevant Microsoft / cloud security certifications

Why Endeavour Energy?

• Be part of critical infrastructure powering NSW communities
• Work on large-scale, real-world cyber security challenges
• High-growth environment with cutting-edge technologies
• Supportive, inclusive and collaborative culture
• Opportunity to shape the future of energy security

Additional Information

• This role may include participation in an on-call roster for major incidents
• Background checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process

For further information: recruitment@endeavourenergy.com.au

Applications close: 3 May 2026

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