Your new role

• Responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity and availability of our clients' technology assets
• Accountable for defining and implementing a Cyber Security function to ensure that all aspects of Information Security align with our clients' policies, processes, business requirements and target risk position for information security
• Establish and maintain trusted partnerships with third party specialist Cyber Security advisers and providers, and ensures effective delivery of contracted services e.g. risk assessment, penetration testing, security software, etc.
• Govern security services provided to the business (either internally or by third party service partners) to ensure that our client continues to be protected against current and emerging threats
• Responsible for developing, executing, communicating and maintaining all security-related policies, processes, standards, architectures and guidelines, defining security requirements for and security certification of all projects/initiatives, developing functional security strategies, and managing all aspects of information security in accordance with the businesses policy, business requirements and risk appetite, and both domestic and international legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Provides guidance on how the Information Security Policy is maintained and adhered to in order to fulfil the needs of the business. For example, when using Cloud-based solutions and services, third party services, etc.
• Define, implement and manage information security controls that support the Information Security Policy and manage risks associated with access to services, information and systems
• Ensure security is designed and integrated into all other ITSM processes e.g. User Access Management & Reviews
• Ensure Security Controls are effective when designed into Technology Assets and Services
• Leverage security threat analytics to assess Cyber Security health and provide regular management reporting
• Manage and ensure compliance to all internal and external audits i.e. APRA, ITGC, IT Security policies and best practice; act as the key SME to work with other internal/external stakeholders to ensure compliance to all audit requirements

What you'll need to succeed

• Ten years+ experience across information security or Cyber Security and governance management or equivalent roles, preferably in the Financial Services (APRA, ITGC) or other heavily regulated industry
• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, system analysis or a related field of study, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in Cyber Security strategy definition and implementation
• Thorough understanding of Next-generation security controls and associated limitations to understand and mitigate business risks.\
• Experience managing a team of IT security, Governance or operational risk professional
• Formal education or certification in information security, information technology, risk management, audit or equivalent discipline
• Demonstrated track record of driving continuous improvement in the Cyber Security space
• Solid understanding and knowledge of IS/IT Governance, prudential standards and standard business practices
• Experience in managing large and small projects with internal and external resources
• Experience in continuous improvement of processes and monitoring outcomes of identified opportunities for improvement

What you'll get in return

• Initial 6 month contract (possible transfer into permanent role)
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Quick application process

What you need to do now

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