Cyber Security Engineer

• Full-time | Permanent | Onsite Cleveland | Drive Strategic Cyber Initiatives
• Join a high-performing IT Security team | Training & Career Development
• National family-owned and operated business with over 90 years’ experience

JJ’s iconic green and gold fleet of trucks are out on the road every day, keeping our communities moving.

Despite this, we are much more than meets the eye, with 23 divisions - spanning research and development, bespoke technology and equipment, maintenance of heavy vehicles, in house advisory, through to oil refining, and converting waste into clean energy, over 140 sites internationally, nearly 3,500 employees, and a fleet of over 2,500 vehicles.

With our people at the heart of the JJ’s, the Company is proud to offer a broad range of career pathways, from Drivers, Mechanics, Engineers, IT, Administration, Safety, Finance, and beyond.

Work with us!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Join JJ’s Waste & Recycling as a Cybersecurity Engineer and play a pivotal role in protecting our digital environment. This technical and strategic role will see you manage threats, drive cyber resilience, and implement industry-aligned security measures.

You will work collaboratively across cybersecurity, systems and infrastructure, and business teams, helping embed a strong cybersecurity culture while supporting ongoing project delivery, incident response, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This is a permanent position working out of our Cleveland Head office.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement and maintain cybersecurity frameworks aligned with ISO27001, SOC2, and ASD Essential Eight
• Identify, assess, and manage vulnerabilities and threats across systems and networks
• Support incident response including detection, containment, investigation, and recovery
• Assist in delivery of the cybersecurity roadmap and strategic initiatives
• Monitor security systems and alerts, conduct risk assessments and support compliance efforts
• Provide expert guidance to internal stakeholders and drive a security-first mindset
• Maintain and secure infrastructure environments across cloud and on-prem systems
• Automate tasks such as log analysis and alerting using scripting tools (e.g., Python, PowerShell)
• Develop documentation, reports, and maintain up-to-date procedures
• Contribute to training, awareness programs, and continuous improvement activities

ABOUT YOU

• Proven experience in a cybersecurity engineering or analyst role
• Strong knowledge of networking, systems security (Windows, Linux, macOS), and cloud platforms (Microsoft 365, AWS, Azure)
• Familiar with tools such as SIEMs, IDS/IPS, EDR, vulnerability scanners, and Web Application Firewalls
• Skilled in scripting and automation (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
• Excellent understanding of encryption, PKI, secure email protocols (SPF, DKIM, DMARC)
• Effective communicator with strong documentation and interpersonal skills
• Passionate about cybersecurity with a continuous learning mindset
• Proficient in the use of AI tools to solve problems and improve efficiency
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively across technical and non-technical teams
• Relevant qualifications such as a Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity/ Information Technology and other relevant courses such as CompTIA Security+, SSCP, CISSP are highly desirable

BENEFITS

We appreciate there is more to life than work, we provide a variety of work options to ensure the job gets done; with competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, regardless of your role or location including:

• The security of an essential services industry
• Full-time, permanent role with attractive pay
• Subscription to online learning portals (Pluralsight)
• Work with emerging technologies
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Comprehensive training and support
• Discounted health fund membership
• Fitness Passport eligible company
• Salary sacrificing and novated leasing options
• Exclusive banking partnerships offering financial, budgeting, and mortgage advice
• Cashback at over 100 retailers, including groceries and fuel
• Savings on car servicing, parts, accessories, and new vehicle purchases

NEXT STEPS

Interested applicants should APPLY NOW

Depending on the role, the recruitment process may vary slightly; this could include phone and/or face-to-face interviews, skills-based assessments, pre-employment medicals and of course, an opportunity to meet the team.

To view our other vacancies or more information about the role visit: jjswaste.com.au/careers

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Founded in 1932, JJ’s Waste & Recycling is Australia’s largest family-owned and operated waste management company. From our beginnings as a small family business, we’ve grown into a global operation servicing Australia, New Zealand and the United States.

We’re actively involved in environmental management and training, converting waste into clean energy, diverting food waste from landfill by turning it into compost, and manufacturing customised waste management equipment. We also specialise in asbestos removal, refining and recycling oil, managing and maintaining our fleet in-house, and leveraging our own bespoke technology systems. On top of that, we operate a dedicated scientific and medical distribution division — making us a truly diverse and innovative organisation.

Despite our size, we are still a family run business and along with that comes good old fashion family values, such as honesty, integrity, humility and respect. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, reliability and performance, where every employee is valued and supported to grow, contribute and succeed. We remain focused on the future - investing in our people, service provision, safety, technology and sustainable waste solutions.

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