Head of Cyber Security Governance

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia University of New South Wales Full time
Head of Cyber Security Governance & Assurance

Full-time Continuing Role as Head of Cyber Security and Governance

  • Employment Type: full-time continuing role
  • Excellent salary package including superannuation
  • Based Kensington, Sydney. Hybrid options available

Mission-Driven Cyber Security Team at UNSW

At the University of New South Wales (UNSW), we strive to deliver academic excellence, foster social engagement, and create global impact.

The Head of Cyber Security Governance and Assurance provides strategic leadership and oversight of the University's cyber security governance, assurance, risk, and compliance functions.

This role is instrumental in fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation while ensuring compliance with internal standards, industry regulations, and legislative requirements.

The Head of Cyber Security Governance and Assurance leads the management and continuous improvement of key performance and risk metrics, oversees audit and assurance processes, and provides strategic advice to senior leadership on cyber security governance, compliance, assurance, and risk management matters.

Skillful Leadership Required:

  • Extensive senior-level experience in cyber security governance, assurance, risk, and compliance roles, gained in large/complex organizations with mature operating procedures.
  • Proven leadership and team management skills in large/complex organisations, with substantial experience overseeing mentoring and developing high-performing teams and fostering leadership capabilities within the team.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, including ability to develop effective relationships and influence key stakeholders at all levels in the organisation.
  • Strong expertise in compliance frameworks, such as NIST, ISO 27001, Essential 8, PCI-DSS.
  • Experience designing and implementing cyber security governance and compliance frameworks in large/complex organisations.
  • Engaging with C-suite executives, boards, and external regulatory bodies.
  • Certifications such as CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor are highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated ability to successfully deliver large-scale cyber security governance, assurance, risk, audit and compliance initiatives.
  • Developing and presenting cyber security metrics, dashboards, and reports that provide actionable insights for decision-making.
  • Project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
  • Presentation with credibility and translating technical information concisely for diverse audiences.
  • Demonstrated high level of personal motivation, resilience, and adaptability to lead in a dynamic environment.
  • An understanding of and commitment to UNSW's aims, objectives, and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.

Applying for a Role

To ensure your application stands out, please:

  • Submit a concise CV highlighting your career history, key responsibilities, and major achievements.
  • Include a cover letter explaining why you're applying for the position and how your skills and experience align with the role.

We encourage you to carefully review the position description to understand the key requirements.

Flexible Working Options Available

  • Flexible hybrid working
  • Additional leave over the Christmas Period
  • Access to lifelong learning and career development
  • Progressive HR practices
  • Discounts and entitlements

UNSW promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. Applications from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

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