SA Power Networks' Cyber Kickstart Program
Are you passionate about IT and cyber security? Do you want to kickstart your career with hands-on experience while gaining recognised certifications? SA Power Networks is offering a unique program, designed to help you launch a successful career in cyber security.
The SA Power Networks Cyber Kickstart Program will take individuals with either no prior IT or cyber security experience and provide them an environment to grow their cyber skills and knowledge over a two-year period.
During these two years, you will undertake the role of a Cyber Security Support Officer and focus on gaining industry-recognised certifications and hands-on experience within a highly capable, proactive, cutting-edge, and award-winning cybersecurity team. The end goal is to ensure that participants will be highly sought-after and employable within the wider cyber community. This initiative aims to cultivate a new generation of skilled cybersecurity professionals to take their first steps into the industry.
Through our partnership with the Australian Computer Society (ACS), participants will gain cyber security training while applying your knowledge in real-world situations. You will spend two days a week in structured learning program, and three days each week working alongside experienced professionals within the three cyber security teams at SA Power Networks.
Eligibility
Applicants should:
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Have successfully completed Year 12 or higher education
- Be 18 years of age at point of application
How to apply
When applications open, they will be advertised on our Current Vacancy page and may only be open for a few weeks. Applications must be made online through the links provided.
Frequently asked questions
A cyber security support officer contributes to the organisational cyber security function and has a dual focus, combining formal education with practical application. While developing a deep understanding of cyber security through formal education you will undertake practical aspects of the role including performing cyber risk assessments, audit assessments, awareness activities, IT resilience activities, incident response, threat management, security engineering, and identity activities.
Subject to requirements, recruitment will occur once or twice per year.
You will be required to work within the Cyber Security and IT Resilience team at 1 Richmond Road Keswick Terminal in close contact with your manager and team to gain the most from the program. SA power Networks does have flexible hybrid work provisions and are approved on a case-by-case basis. Unfortunately, remote work locations are unable to be supported for this program.
The program runs over a two-year period.
Program participants are offered a two-year fixed-term contract at SA Power Networks and are covered by an Enterprise Agreement throughout this time.
We encourage all applications; SA Power Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Yes – you must have a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or equivalent).
Yes – apart from SA Power Networks general employee support offerings, there is a dedicated program coordinator.
The base pay is $83,820.85. This role is built on a sliding scale and pay is dependent on completed competencies. If then individual can display higher competencies throughout their time with us (through systematic assessment) they are able to increase their pay.
No. Time is provided for you to complete the required education programs.
The application process has several key steps, these are:
- Initial Submission: Submit a cover letter and resume that addresses specific criteria.
- Video Interview & Report: Complete a video interview where you’ll provide more details about you and fit for the program and submit a one-page report that demonstrates your understanding of the cyber security landscape.
- Team Interaction and Exercises: Spend a few hours onsite with our team, participating in team-based exercises.
Address your cover letter to the 'Recruitment Team'. Your application will be viewed by members of our HR team as well as relevant hiring managers.
If possible, your current employer, manager or supervisor is the preferred referee. If this is not possible it should be someone in a senior or leadership role who can comment on your work performance. Other referees such as a mentor, coach, educator or a community group leader would also be acceptable.
No personal referees will be accepted.
Need more information?
Can't find the answer you're looking for? Contact our Cyber Risk and IT Resilience Manager.