Head of Information Security

7 days ago

North Sydney, Australia Soprano Design Full time

**About the role**:
Soprano is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Head of Information Security to lead and manage the Group’s overall Cyber Security program. The role will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the integration of Cyber Security across our global teams, ensuring the ongoing protection of our information assets and compliance with relevant regulations.

**Key Responsibilities**:
Manage the Group’s Cyber Security program including:

- Collaborate with the recently appointed Data Protection Officer (DPO) in the EU to ensure GDPR compliance throughout the organisation.
- Work closely with the IT team in Sydney to manage desktop and IT security efforts, including employee training, incident response, and vulnerability management.
- Coordinate with the compliance team in Singapore to successfully pass ISO27001, OSPAR, and SOC2 audits, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Harmonise controls across ISO27001, OSPAR, and SOC2 to reduce operational overheads.
- Oversee the operational security activities carried out by the infrastructure team based in Malaysia, ensuring the highest levels of security are maintained in line with ISO27001, OSPAR, and SOC2 compliance obligations.
- Partner with the product team in Sydney and Malaysia to conduct regular penetration testing and product threat and risk assessments, ensuring the security of our products and services.
- Develop, implement, and maintain a Cyber Security Strategy that aligns with the organisation's goals and objectives, compliance obligations and addresses emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
- Communicate and collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to promote a culture of Cyber Security awareness and compliance.
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of the Cyber Security program and drive continuous improvement.
- Manage the implementation of compliance automation /security verification solution.
- Manage communications with enterprise customers and suppliers regarding security compliance, including streamlining responses to standard customer questionnaires.

Soprano may vary these duties and responsibilities from time to time or assign you additional duties and responsibilities.

Skills and Experience required:

- A minimum of 10 years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Strong understanding of GDPR, ISO27001, OSPAR, SOC2, and other relevant security frameworks and regulations.
- Proven experience managing global, cross-functional teams and collaborating with key stakeholders.
- In-depth knowledge of security technologies, threat intelligence, risk management, and incident response.
- CISSP, CISM, or other relevant certifications are strongly preferred.
Industry experience in telecommunications, messaging or Communications Platform as a Service is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing and evolving business environment.

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