Head of Information Security

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

Rabobank's Information Security function forms part of the Security & Control department within the COO Domain. The department is currently seeking a Head of Information Security to be based in Sydney. This role is responsible for overseeing & directing Australia & New Zealand's information security strategy, ensuring the protection of sensitive data & systems from cyber threats. It is primarily focused on establishing & maintaining governance structures & processes to manage information security (including cybersecurity) risks within Rabobank effectively.

Top Role Accountabilities:

Leadership, & Governance

- Act as the Security Officer for Rabobank Australia & New Zealand
- Develop & implement information security, governance, risk, & assurance strategies, frameworks, policies, procedures, & guidelines that protect the bank's information & technology assets & mitigate risks
- Define & track key performance indicators (KPIs) & metrics to measure the effectiveness of the cybersecurity governance function
- Provide regular reports to senior management including board & key stakeholders
- Manage, coach, & mentor team members, ensuring capabilities as a team are enhanced
- Establish strong relationships both locally & globally with technology teams, global CISO Office & all COO Domain regions
- Ensure compliance with industry standards & regulations (CPS 234, ISO 27001, NIST, RBNZ Cybersecurity regulations, SOCI Act & DORA)

Security Operations & Incident Response

- Lead the Security Operations team to investigate & mitigate security incidents; monitor & respond to cyber threats, security alerts, & vulnerabilities
- Develop & maintain threat intelligence programs
- Lead the response to security incidents & breaches, ensuring timely & effective resolution
- When required, manage Major Incidents that affect the bank's IT systems & participate in the Crisis Management Plan

Third-Party Risk Management

- Work with third-party supplier relationship managers (SRMs), third-parties, & other key stakeholders to triage third-party cyber security incidents & determine the impact to Rabobank Australia, New Zealand's information assets
- Work closely with procurement & 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, & mature the Information Security Governance, Security Operations & IAM capabilities, as well as the compliance, risk, & security ambitions for the bank in the protection of its IT assets through delivering strategic programs of work

To be successful you will have:

- Experience in an IT Security Governance Security role ideally within financial services
- Extensive experience in threat management, incident response, penetration testing & vulnerability assessments
- Proven experience managing high-performing information security teams
- An ability to design & oversee security policies, procedures & governance frameworks
- Deep knowledge of Information Security & cybersecurity regulation (CPS 234 & SOCI) & frameworks, standards & best practice (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS)
- Cyber Security Qualifications such as SSCP, CISSP, CISM
- Excellent verbal, written & interpersonal communication skills with an ability to effectively interact with executives
- Critical thinking ability & problem-solving skills, particularly in high pressure situations
- Strong knowledge of security technologies, risk management, & compliance frameworks

Our Values

Rabobank Australia values inclusion, belonging, & positive experiences for all. Our work environment, our benefits, & the way we live our values, "Client Driven", "Responsible", "Professional" & "Cooperative" make it a great place to work. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Please let our Talent Acquisition team know if you need any accommodations to make our opportunities more accessible to you.

What we're proud to offer you:

Rabo@Anywhere is our hybrid way of working at Rabobank & for Australia, that means we have a blend of time working between the office & home

Wellbeing leave. These 2 extra leave days support greater work/life balance & is just another way we are helping our employees to lead happier, healthier, & more fulfilling lives

Education Assistance Program. Rabobank values the development of its people & has a great Education Assistance Program to assist with professional development.

Parental Leave that supports you & your family while giving you the freedom & flexibility to enjoy this special time (up-to 14 weeks paid leave)

Bonus and Additional Leave. We realise sometimes 4 weeks Annual Leave isn't enough At Rabobank we provide an incentive for eligible employees to receive 1 extra week Annual Leave & an option to purchase another 2 weeks Annual Leave

Extra Insurance. Rabobank recognises that employees need to protect their financial wellbeing, in the event of serious illness, injury, or even death. Rabobank provides eligible permanent employees with employer-funded Death, TPD & Income Protection Insurance

Rabo Workplace Giving program. As part of Rabobank's global Corporate Social Responsibility, Workplace Giving aims to encourage employees to contribute to our community. Rabo Workplace Giving program matches employee donations to selected Social Partners

This is our standard application process. It may vary by role.

Step 1You Apply

Thanks for applying You will always receive a confirmation of your application by email. We review all the resumes and covering letters that we receive. We will let you know as soon as possible if we invite you for an interview.

Step 2Interview

We invite you for one or more (online) interviews. We want to know if you fit the role and the team. You probably have many questions for us too. For some positions, we may also ask you to complete an assignment or assessment.

Step 3Our Offer

Are you the new colleague we are looking for, and do you also feel happy with us? Congratulations You will receive a good offer from us. Before you start, we conduct a legal screening to ensure that our employees do not pose a risk to us and our customers.

Step 4Welcome

Welcome to Rabobank We look forward to seeing you and can't wait to work together.

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