Data Security and Compliance Officer

Join us on our journey to create a genuine impact for the community and beyond.

3Bridges Benefits
- Salary packaging & novated leasing
- Workforce wellbeing support provider
- Career development & progression support
- Employee referral and milestone reward programs
- Complimentary annual flu vaccinations
- Discounted OSHC services and gym memberships

**About 3Bridges**

We strive to give back - together.

3Bridges Community is a Registered Charity and a Not-for-Profit organisation with over 40 years of combined experience in partnering with local communities, and empowering individuals to live their best life, regardless of age, location, disability, or ethnicity. The diversity of our services and programs provide 3Bridges with unique opportunities to connect with the community, in a meaningful and substantial way.

**About The Role**

The Data Security and Compliance Officer is responsible for overseeing and implementing data security measures, ensuring compliance with data protection laws and regulations, and managing data-related risks within the organisation.

This role plays a critical part in safeguarding data of staff, volunteers, stakeholders and clients maintaining the organisation's reputation for data integrity and security.

**_ Data Security Management:_**
- Develop and implement data security policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Conduct regular data security assessments and vulnerability scans.
- Ensure the organization's data is encrypted, backed up, and protected from unauthorized access.
- Respond to data security incidents, investigate breaches, and coordinate incident response activities.

**_Compliance Management:_**
- Monitor and ensure compliance with data protection laws, regulations ISO/IEC 27000 and industry standards.
- Develop and maintain a compliance framework and program.
- Conduct regular compliance audits and assessments.
- Collaborate with teams to address compliance issues.

**_Data Privacy:_**
- Ensure that data handling practices align with privacy internal standards and regulations.
- Maintain records of data processing activities and data protection impact assessments.

**_Risk Assessment and Mitigation:_**
- Identify and assess data-related risks and vulnerabilities.
- Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and controls.
- Provide guidance to other departments on data security and compliance risks.

**_Training and Awareness:_**
- Develop and deliver data security and compliance training programs for employees.
- Promote data security and compliance awareness throughout the organisation.

**_Vendor and Third-Party Risk Management:_**
- Assess and manage data security risks associated with third-party vendors and service providers.
- Review and negotiate data protection clauses in vendor contracts.

**About You**
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in data security, compliance, or a related role.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
- Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) are a plus.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
- Knowledge of accounting standards, financial regulations, and industry best practices.
- Proficiency with financial software, enterprise solutions and reporting tools.
- In-depth knowledge of data protection laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all stakeholders.
- Ability to positively interact and collaborate with all stakeholders.
- Critical thinking skills, including the ability to analyse and challenge conventional practice and ideas.
- Knowledge and understanding of legislation and regulations relevant to industries.

**What it means to work at 3Bridges?**

Our culture has been formed with a community spirit and passion to give back. 3Bridges Community aims to inspire and encourage our people to be the best they can be, through ongoing training, career opportunities and success as a valued team member.

3Bridges Community is committed to enabling a culture of inclusion and diversity, and to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all. The people we work with and provide support to, come from all walks of life and so do we. We welcome your unique contributions through your experiences, culture, opinions, ethnicity, gender identity and all that makes you an individual.