Protective Security Intelligence Lead

At Powerlink, every possibility starts with you

We believe life’s about possibilities. And so is the future. That’s why we need you. 

We’re working at the heart of Queensland’s energy transformation. Now more than ever, we need people who want to help us deliver a world-class energy future and ensure we continue to navigate through this once in a generation energy challenge. Join us and make it happen. 

A career that matters and lasts

As the Protective Security Intelligence Lead you’ll help us connect a more sustainable energy future for more than five million Queenslanders and 241,000 businesses. Your work with us is about every light turned on, every community connected, and every future made possible. 

• Competitive Salary starting from $194,088 + 14.75% super (10-day fortnight)
• Help keep our people and assets secure
• Provide expert security and threat analysis, forecasting, reporting, briefs and advice

We believe every employee deserves the opportunity to enjoy a work-life balance that enhances their overall wellbeing and performance through inclusive and supportive benefits.

Ask us about:

• Flexible & hybrid working options
• Career development
• Cultural Leave
• Other leave offerings (including 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Inclusive workplace facilities
• Health & wellbeing programs
• Free secure parking, with access to onsite charging stations for electric vehicles

The opportunity:

As a Protective Security Intelligence Lead, you will be responsible for leading the development, coordination, and delivery of security intelligence capabilities and support services with the enterprise Protective Security team.  

Drive enterprise-wide threat intelligence – you’ll lead the development of targeted threat assessments, strategic briefing products, and real time intelligence products that enable risk-based security planning and early intervention.

This isn’t a routine security role. You’ll join a small, high-performing team that thrives on solving complex challenges, balancing strategic foresight with operational precision. Your work will have real-world impact - informing critical decisions, managing emerging threats, and ensuring we stay ahead of evolving security risks 

The people you'll join:

Sitting within Field and Asset Management Division, the Protective Security and Authorisations team is accountable for business wide protective security service compliance and protection functions, protecting Powerlink from activism, terrorism and criminal activity whilst managing the strategic development and application of enterprise physical security plans, systems and standards for the business. 

‘Based in Virginia, your role will see you identifying and managing real time security intelligence, reporting and trending to support next steps and stay ahead of evolving risk(s).

What you'll bring:

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in protective security, intelligence analysis, and threat assessment, with a proven ability to interpret complex risk environments and translate intelligence into actionable security outcomes. Strong stakeholder engagement skills and experience working with government, law enforcement, or critical infrastructure sectors will be essential to succeed in this role.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a national security clearance (NV1 within 12 months)
• Diploma level qualification in either Security/Intelligence, Data Science, Policing, Law or, lesser qualification coupled with experience in Intelligence Analysis, data science or policing.

Find your possibility today:

To kick start your career at Powerlink, apply by clicking the button above, attaching your resume and cover letter on our careers page before midnight on Thursday July 31st, 2025. Please be aware our recruitment team will commence the review process during this period. 

To discuss any adjustment requirements or for more information on the role, contact Gemma Barber at gemma.barber@powerlink.com.au

Our commitment to inclusion and belonging

We know empowering people to bring their whole self to work enables them to unleash their potential. To learn about our efforts towards greater Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, visit our careers site for more information!

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Successful applicants must consent to, undergo, obtain, and maintain the relevant security clearance for this role, in accordance with the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 (Cth) and the AusCheck Act 2007 (Cth) as amended from time to time. As part of our commitment to maintaining a positive candidate experience, we pledge to provide a timely response to all applicants.

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