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 enhance
- 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 practise (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 reporting skills
- 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**:
**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 wee