Cyber Governance and Risk Leader

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Decipher Bureau Full time
Role Overview

We are looking for a seasoned professional to take on a Senior Manager role, leading the Cyber Governance and Risk team. This strategic, hands-on position will involve building and refining risk frameworks, guiding the organisation through its cyber maturity journey, and leading transformative programs across multiple divisions. Reporting directly to the CISO, you will be a key member of the senior leadership team, providing continuous improvement to the board and senior management reporting.



Key Responsibilities


  • Lead the cyber governance and risk function, helping to design and establish comprehensive risk frameworks and governance programs across the organisation.
  • Oversee risk metrics and reporting, ensuring board-level insights are provided. Strong technical competence in cyber risk is essential, particularly in relation to frameworks like FAIR.
  • Shape the strategic direction of cyber risk management, ensuring programs are well-designed, implemented, and aligned with the organisation's overall objectives.
  • Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including the heads of security, senior executives, and cross-functional teams, to ensure seamless collaboration and communication.
  • Lead a small, dynamic governance and risk team, while also providing virtual management across broader organisational initiatives. Act as a coach and mentor to other business units, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
  • Lead initiatives involving mergers & acquisitions, artificial intelligence, and other cutting-edge technology risks, shaping the cyber governance and risk approach across a wide range of businesses.
  • Ensure effective communication of risk strategies and decisions at the executive level, preparing reports and insights that help drive business decisions.


Experience Required


  • Minimum 8 years of experience in cyber risk management, governance, and technology risk.
  • Experience in complex environments, ideally with a mix of enterprise and security consulting experience.
  • Proven track record in designing and implementing risk management frameworks, with knowledge of methodologies like FAIR.
  • Strong communication and business acumen, with frequent interaction with senior stakeholders, board members, and technical teams.
  • A keen interest in the evolving nature of governance and risk, with a passion for integrating emerging technologies into strategic plans.
  • Familiarity with cyber risk metrics, board-level reporting, and regulatory requirements.


Why Choose This Opportunity?


  • Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of cyber governance and risk within a large Australian enterprise.
  • Grow and build a new team, recruit, coach and mentor.
  • A meaningful role. Contribute to high-impact projects that drive business growth and enhance risk management capabilities.
  • Gain exposure to a wide range of industries, including mergers & acquisitions and AI, in a constantly evolving environment.
  • Permanent Position: up to $230k package + bonus + shares


Hybrid WFH Flexibility: Hybrid working, 3 days in-office per week. If you're passionate about cybersecurity governance and tech risk, and you're excited about working on complex, transformative projects, we want to hear from you



Decipher Bureau and the clients we partner with are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be equal-opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

  • Cyber Governance and Risk Transformation Leader

    3 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Decipher Bureau Full time

    Cyber Governance and Risk Transformation LeaderAre you a seasoned professional with expertise in cyber risk management, governance, and technology risk? Do you have a proven track record of designing and implementing risk management frameworks?We are seeking a Cyber Governance and Risk Transformation Leader to join our team at The Decipher Bureau. As a key...

  • Cyber Risk Governance Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Latitude IT Full time

    Job DescriptionLatitude IT is seeking a highly skilled Cyber Risk Governance Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for shaping and implementing cyber risk principles, frameworks, and policies across the organization.Key ResponsibilitiesRisk Oversight: Assess and monitor the organization's cybersecurity risk posture, develop and...

  • Senior Cyber Governance and Risk Strategist

    3 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Decipher Bureau Full time

    Cyber Governance and Risk Transformation Program LeadWe are seeking a highly skilled Cyber Governance and Risk Transformation Program Lead to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of cyber governance and risk within a large Australian enterprise.This is an exciting opportunity to lead a new large transformational program in cyber governance, contributing...

  • Cyber Governance and Risk Transformation Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Decipher Bureau Full time

    **Cyber Governance and Risk Transformation Program Lead**We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cyber Governance and Risk Transformation Professional to lead a large-scale transformation program in cyber governance. As a key member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organization's cyber risk management...

  • Chief Cyber Governance and Risk Strategist

    7 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Decipher Bureau Full time

    We are seeking a seasoned cyber governance and risk professional to spearhead the development of a new cyber governance and risk transformation program. This pivotal role will involve monitoring and reporting on the organisation's cyber risk posture, providing continuous improvement on reporting, and establishing frameworks to strengthen cyber...

  • Senior Cyber Governance and Risk Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Decipher Bureau Full time

    Cyber Governance and Risk Transformation LeadWe are seeking a seasoned professional to lead our Cyber Governance and Risk team. As a key member of our senior leadership team, you will be responsible for designing and establishing comprehensive risk frameworks and governance programs across the organisation.Key Responsibilities:Lead the cyber governance and...

  • Cyber Governance and Risk Transformation Lead

    2 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Decipher Bureau Full time

    Lead a large-scale transformational program in cyber governance, contributing to high-impact projects that drive business growth and enhance risk management capabilities.About the Role:Drive the development of a new cyber governance and risk transformation program, monitoring and reporting on the organisation's cyber risk posture.Establish frameworks to...

  • Cyber Governance and Risk Transformation Lead

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Decipher Bureau Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking a senior cyber governance and risk professional to lead the development of a new cyber governance and risk transformation program. You will be responsible for monitoring and reporting on the organization's cyber risk posture, providing continuous improvement on reporting, and establishing the frameworks to strengthen cyber...

  • Senior Cyber Governance and Risk Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Decipher Bureau Full time

    Job Title: Senior Cyber Governance and Risk ManagerAre you a seasoned professional with a passion for leading transformative programs that shape an organisation's cyber governance and risk landscape? Do you have a strong track record in designing and implementing risk management frameworks, with knowledge of methodologies like FAIR?We are partnering with a...

  • Lead Cyber Governance and Risk Strategist

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Decipher Bureau Full time

    Seeking a seasoned professional to spearhead the Cyber Governance and Risk function, driving transformative programs that shape the organization's cyber landscape. This strategic role involves building and refining risk frameworks, guiding the organization through its cyber maturity journey, and leading initiatives across multiple divisions.Role OverviewA...

  • Cyber Risk Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Decipher Bureau Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Cyber Risk Specialist to join our team at The Decipher Bureau. As a Cyber Risk Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting our clients in managing and mitigating cyber risks.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport security risk assessments and analysisSupport divisions through risk reporting, improving consistency and...

  • Cyber Risk Management Expert

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Decipher Bureau Full time

    Job DescriptionAre you ready to lead a large transformational cyber governance program? This role will be worth exploring.We are partnering with a leading Australian organisation that prides itself on being customer-focused and innovation-driven. Over the years, this company has experienced significant growth and investment in its cyber and risk team, with...

  • Cyber Risk Management Leader

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia GTAL Full time

    Cyber Risk Management LeaderAt GTAL, we're seeking a highly skilled Cyber Risk Management Leader to join our Cyber and Technology Risk Consulting team. As a key member of our team, you'll work closely with clients to deliver practical technology risk solutions.Key Responsibilities:Scope, lead and deliver technology risk projects, including SOC 1, SOC 2, ASAE...

  • Cyber Security Governance Risk Manager

    5 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia blueAPACHE Full time

    As a Cyber Security Governance Risk Manager at blueAPACHE, you'll have the opportunity to work with our cutting-edge technology and experienced team to deliver top-notch services to our clients. We're looking for an exceptional professional to join our Cyber Security Practice and help drive our growth plans forward.We offer a competitive salary package of...

  • Cyber Security Consultant

    3 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia MF & Associates Full time

    About MF & AssociatesWe are a leading consulting firm specialising in cyber security and management consulting. Our organisation prides itself on being a safe, inclusive and kind workplace that delivers high-quality results.Job DescriptionAs a Cyber Security Consultant, you will be part of our team delivering continual improvement of cyber security...

  • Cyber Risk Specialist

    1 month ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Decipher Bureau Full time

    Job Title: Cyber Risk SpecialistWe are seeking a highly skilled Cyber Risk Specialist to join our team at The Decipher Bureau. As a Cyber Risk Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting security risk assessments and analysis, as well as providing governance, risk, and oversight from a Line 2 perspective.Key Responsibilities:Undertake and report on...

  • Chief Cyber Security Governance Risk Advisor

    4 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Infosys Singapore & Australia Full time

    About Infosys ConsultingAs a global advisor to leading companies, Infosys Consulting is the worldwide management and IT consultancy unit of the Infosys Group. We partner with clients to design and implement customized solutions to address their complex business challenges.Our team of experts combines innovative approaches with the latest technological...

  • Cyber Risk Management Strategist

    4 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Decipher Bureau Full time

    Transformative Cyber Governance OpportunityWe are partnering with a leading Australian organisation that prides itself on being customer-focused and innovation-driven.This is a rare opportunity to shape the cyber governance and risk landscape of a large, complex, and rapidly evolving environment.The successful candidate will lead transformative programs...

  • Cyber Security Risk Management Specialist

    23 hours ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia HiTech Group Full time

    Cyber Security Risk AssessorA leading Federal Government department seeks a highly skilled Cyber Security Risk Assessor to join its multidisciplinary team. As a key member, you will be responsible for identifying and mitigating security risks in the ICT environment.About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity within a Federal Government DepartmentThe...

  • Cyber Security Governance Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia MF & Associates Full time

    About UsMF & Associates is a consulting firm that specialises in cyber security and management consulting. Our organisation prides itself on being a safe, inclusive and kind workplace that does good work that matters.Job DescriptionWe are looking for experienced Cyber Security consultants to help deliver continual improvement of cyber security governance,...