Head of Information Security

3 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Rabobank Gruppe Full time
Job Description

Rabobank is the world's leading specialist in food & agribusiness banking. Our people have a deep understanding of agriculture and are committed to adding long-term value for clients. Our commitment to employees and clients is at the heart of everything we do.

The Information Security function forms part of the Security & Control department within the COO Domain. We are seeking a Head of Information Security to be based in Sydney, responsible for overseeing and directing Australia & New Zealand's information security strategy, ensuring the protection of sensitive data & systems from cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities
  • Act as the Security Officer for Rabobank Australia & New Zealand
  • Develop and implement information security, governance, risk, and assurance strategies, frameworks, policies, procedures, and guidelines that protect the bank's information & technology assets and mitigate risks
  • Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of the cybersecurity governance function
  • Provide regular reports to senior management including board & key stakeholders
  • Manage, coach, and mentor team members, ensuring capabilities as a team are enhanced
  • Establish strong relationships both locally and globally with technology teams, global CISO Office, and all COO Domain regions
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (CPS 234, ISO 27001, NIST, RBNZ Cybersecurity regulations, SOCI Act & DORA)
Security Operations and Incident Response
  • Lead the Security Operations team to investigate and mitigate security incidents; monitor and respond to cyber threats, security alerts, and vulnerabilities
  • Develop and maintain threat intelligence programs
  • Lead the response to security incidents and breaches, ensuring timely and effective resolution
  • When required, manage Major Incidents that affect the bank's IT systems and participate in the Crisis Management Plan
Third-Party Risk Management
  • Work with third-party supplier relationship managers (SRMs), third-parties, and other key stakeholders to triage third-party cyber security incidents and determine the impact to Rabobank Australia and New Zealand's information assets
  • Work closely with procurement and legal teams to ensure third-party risk management practices are integrated into the vendor management process
IDentify Access Management
  • Develop strategies to innovate, continuously improve, and mature the Information Security Governance, Security Operations, and IAM capabilities, as well as the compliance, risk, and security ambitions for the bank in the protection of its IT assets through delivering strategic programs of work
Requirements
  • Experience in an IT Security Governance Security role ideally within financial services
  • Extensive experience in threat management, incident response, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments
  • Proven experience managing high-performing information security teams
  • An ability to design and oversee security policies, procedures, and governance frameworks
  • Deep knowledge of Information Security and cybersecurity regulation (CPS 234 & SOCI) and frameworks, standards, and best practice (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS)
  • Cyber Security Qualifications such as SSCP, CISSP, CISM
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with an ability to effectively interact with executives
  • Critical thinking ability and problem-solving skills, particularly in high-pressure situations
  • Strong knowledge of security technologies, risk management, and compliance frameworks
About Us

Rabobank Australia values inclusion, belonging, and positive experiences for all. Our work environment, our benefits, and the way we live our values,

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