Woodside Energy

Senior Specialist Infrastructure Platforms Engineer

Senior Specialist Infrastructure Platforms Engineer
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LocationHouston, TX
Job Typefull time
On-site
Oil and Gas

About This Job

Job description:

About Woodside Energy

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.


About the Role:

As a Principal Infra Platforms Engineer specializing in Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Workplace Security, you will lead the strategic development and operational delivery of critical IAM services across a highly regulated, high-availability infrastructure environment. Supporting energy sector operations, this role ensures compliance, cyber resilience, and efficiency at scale—balancing security imperatives with operational continuity.


Duties & Responsibilities:


Base Operations

Own and lead IAM and Workplace Security services, including:

Entra ID (Azure AD), Active Directory
Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Secret Management
DNS and Endpoint Security (Defender/SEPM)
Passwordless technologies (Passkeys, H4B)
Tier 0/1 admin role management and governance

Manage MSPs and external service providers ensuring SLAs and KPIs are met


Audit & Compliance

Ensure compliance with energy-sector and global regulatory frameworks: SOX, GDPR, NERC CIP, CC6
Drive cyber hygiene initiatives and security control automation
Maintain and enforce OT critical access controls, including periodic reviews and control evidence gathering
Champion secure IAM practices across IT and OT environments


Observability & Automation

Manage and optimize infrastructure observability platforms: SolarWinds, CloudWatch, Monitor, VROPs, etc.
Oversee asset and configuration inventory across infrastructure platforms (CMDB accuracy)
Partner in AIOps and automation strategies to enhance resilience and responsiveness


Engineering & Strategy Support

Collaborate with strategy and architecture teams to influence IAM and security roadmaps
Lead internal Technology Radar efforts and drive innovation aligned to business value
Contribute to Knowledge Domain Leadership (KDL) development and technical governance


Project Engagement

Provide technical leadership in M&A integration projects
Support opportunity framing and infrastructure project planning (scope, budget, impact)
Participate in Architecture Review Board (ARB) sessions to ensure secure and scalable IAM patterns


FinOps

Drive cost transparency, chargeback, and cost optimization for infrastructure services


Leadership & Communication

Visionary leader able to design and guide scalable IAM architectures in mission-critical environments
Skilled communicator able to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and bridge IT/OT security practices
Adept at risk analysis and implementing risk-informed decision-making in infrastructure security


Skills & Experience:


Experience

8–10+ years in IT with an emphasis on enterprise IAM and infrastructure security
3–5+ years in a senior or lead IAM engineering or platform ownership role
Demonstrated success delivering IAM solutions in large, regulated environments (energy, utilities, or critical infrastructure preferred)
Experience leading complex technical projects and mentoring cross-functional teams
Proven ability to balance long-term architectural vision with short-term operational needs


Technical Skills

In-depth knowledge of IAM standards: RBAC, ABAC, SAML, OAuth2, SCIM, OpenID Connect, MFA
Proficient with tools such as:
Okta, Azure AD, Ping Identity, SailPoint, ForgeRock, CyberArk, AWS IAM
Strong scripting capabilities: Python, PowerShell, Bash, KQL
Cloud IAM experience across AWS, Azure, GCP
Familiarity with security frameworks: NIST, ISO 27001, SOX, HIPAA, NERC CIP
Advanced understanding of Active Directory, LDAP, DNS, and Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture in hybrid IT/OT environments


Certifications (Preferred)

CISSP, CIAM, CISM
Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
AWS Certified Security – Specialty
Okta Certified Professional/Administrator


Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related discipline
(Preferred) Master’s degree or relevant certifications in cybersecurity/IAM

If you think you can do this job but don’t meet all the criteria, that’s OK! Please apply. At Woodside, we value people with diverse experiences and backgrounds, as they provide unique perspectives that help us innovate.


Recognition & Reward:


What you can expect from us:

Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring
Industry-leading 18 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements)
Values led culture
Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity
Community volunteering opportunities
Relocation assistance (if required)
A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce.

Diversity encompasses differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.


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Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.

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