Chief Cyber Security Strategist

Job Overview

Role Summary:

The Chief Cyber Security Strategist will lead the development and implementation of our overall cybersecurity strategy, framework and procedures to ensure that our IT infrastructure and systems are effectively protected against cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Lead the cybersecurity initiative across our organisation, including creating and driving the cyber security roadmap">
• In collaboration with the risk and infrastructure teams, create a robust security risk framework, along with policies, procedures, guidelines and standards to integrate into the overall IT security Roadmap">
• Support the development of the business continuity plan (BCP)">
• Review, enhance and maintain the disaster recovery plan to align with the BCP">
• Ensure annual testing in collaboration with the infrastructure lead, publish test results and make necessary adjustments to address any deficiencies">
• Identify and implement key security initiatives and programs using a risk-based approach and recommend appropriate enhancements to strengthen overall information security performance">
• Oversee comprehensive risk management for cybersecurity and ensure we are proactively mitigating potential risks">
• Ensure all current cyber security processes and documentation are regularly updated">
• Ensure our Information assets are properly protected to maintain their confidentiality, availability and integrity">
• Oversee the maintenance of all IT security tools and technologies">
• Offer expert cyber security guidance to the tech team and the broader business to ensure effective implementation of cybersecurity measures">
• Plan and lead the technical response for cybersecurity incidents across our organisation, while assessing the effectiveness of the current incident response plan against industry best practices">
• Engage with key stakeholders (both internal and external) to raise awareness of cyber risks">
• Work closely with our clubs to provide overall cybersecurity support and advice as needed">
• Proactively engage and work with third-party cyber vendors to ensure our Information assets are properly safeguarded, this includes but is not limited to annual pen testing">
• Keep abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends, risk, threats, emerging technologies, and standards to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement">
• Build and develop a high-performing team, aligned to our core values">

Requirements:

We are looking for a highly experienced professional who possesses:

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• Demonstrated experience in a similar role leading an organisation's cyber security effort">
• Strong technical knowledge of security principles including legislative and industry practices">
• Sound knowledge of all areas of IT infrastructure">
• Able to effectively manage both direct and indirect team members, including prioritising tasks to consistently achieve objectives">
• Strong relationship/stakeholder management and communication skills across all levels of the organisation">

What We Offer:

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

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• 5 years' Cybersecurity management">
• 8 years' IT infrastructure technical experience">
• Degree or Masters in Cybersecurity">
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate direct and indirect team members, as well as effectively working with senior leaders">
• Effective verbal and written communication skills">
• At least one of the latest IT security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, SANS etc">
• Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field">

Our Culture:

Our organisation is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. We undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer and firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of both our organisation and the communities in which we operate.

Our game is for everyone, and we strive to be a workplace for everyone.

Benefits:

Some benefits include:

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• Flexible working arrangements">
• Professional development opportunities">
• Access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program">
• Discounts on AFL merchandise and events">

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, please submit your application via our website.