Principal Analyst - IAM Operations

• Drive critical IAM changes, risk management, and platform optimisation 
• Drive impactful IAM operations that enhance security and service delivery 
• Melbourne or Brisbane based

Delivering good energy starts from within

It’s an exciting time to join Origin. Creating a great place to work means together we’re progressing our ambition to lead the energy transition through cleaner energy and customer solutions. We’re always looking for better ways to deliver for our customers – and for our people.

About the role:

As a Principal Analyst – IAM Operations, this role will lead the design, operation, and continuous improvement of Identity and Access Management systems to ensure secure and efficient access across the organisation.

You’ll provide expert analysis, troubleshooting, and oversight of IAM platforms, driving automation, compliance, and risk reduction.

Acting as a technical escalation point, you’ll collaborate with IT, security, and business teams to align IAM services with enterprise security goals and support digital transformation initiatives.

Roles & Responsibilities

•        Act as a trusted advisor to business, IT, and security stakeholders, providing technical leadership and guidance on IAM operations.
•        Oversee the full identity lifecycle, including provisioning, deprovisioning, and access changes, ensuring alignment with RBAC and least privilege principles.
•        Lead optimisation of IAM systems and workflows, driving automation and integration with enterprise platforms to enhance efficiency and resilience.
•        Serve as a senior escalation point for complex IAM issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve access, authentication, and system anomalies.
•        Ensure IAM practices align with regulatory requirements and internal security policies, supporting audit and compliance activities.
•        Drive continuous improvement through the development of documentation, training materials, and knowledge sharing initiatives across teams.
•        Identify and implement best practices to improve IAM system performance, scalability, and security posture in support of business and digital transformation goals

Skills & Requirements

•        Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
•        Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or GIAC (e.g., GCIH, GCIA, GMON) with strong understanding of IAM and cybersecurity principles.
•        Deep knowledge of IAM frameworks and standards, including NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, and Zero Trust Architecture.
•        Experience with regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., SOX, GDPR, PCI-DSS, HIPAA) and their application in IAM operations.
•        Advanced IAM tool certifications such as SailPoint IdentityNow/IIQ, Okta Certified Professional, or CyberArk Defender/Sentry.
•        ITIL or equivalent service management certification, with a focus on continuous improvement of operational processes.

So, why join us? 

•        Discounted Origin products benefits for employees, including Electrical, Gas and Internet offers!
•        Competitive salary + annual performance bonus + performance based reviews
•        Origin 360 Electric Vehicles (EV) employee subscription offers a fantastic range of EVs, with flexible month-to-month plans and no lock-in contract.
•        Free and confidential counselling for employees and family members.
•        A great high energy team, that encourages interesting, rewarding, and engaging work!
• Training and development – access to LinkedIn learning, a Learning Hub
• Leading parental support – 20 weeks paid leave for primary carers and “Pass the Baton” leave.
• Volunteer leave – paid volunteer leave, opportunities to give back through the Origin Foundation.
• Culture leave – additional paid leave days for our Indigenous employees to balance and meet cultural obligations.

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse. 
 

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. 

Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.