Information Security Specialist

Are you passionate about information security and driven to make an impact?

MUFG Retirement Solutions, business unit of MUFG Pension and Market Services is seeking a skilled Information Security Specialist to act as a trusted advisor for one of our key clients. This is a hands-on role focused on strengthening security governance, managing risk, and enhancing defence and response capabilities across hybrid Cloud and On-Premises environments.

About the Role

In this position, you'll provide expert guidance on security best practices, threat modelling, and vulnerability management. You'll partner closely with client stakeholders and delivery teams to ensure the design and implementation of effective security controls aligned with MUFG Pension & Market Services global security strategy.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate security professional with a diverse technical background and deep understanding of frameworks such as ISO27001, NIST, and COBIT.

In this role you will be responsible to:

• Act as the primary information security interface between business and the client, building strong and trusted relationships with senior leaders.
• Support the development and execution of the global security strategy and roadmap.
• Strengthen information security governance, risk management, and compliance across client platforms.
• Provide expert input into security design, and technology roadmaps.
• Partner with IT development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to drive secure-by-design practices.
• Communicate security threats, vulnerabilities and risk observations clearly and effectively.
  Manage risks associated with information security which may impact clients and ensure that the business and client are aware of and compliant with all relevant regulation within the various jurisdictions it operates in.

What you'll bring:

• Strong technical capability, strategic thinking, and a proactive mindset, with the ability to influence and collaborate across disciplines.
• Minimum 5+ years in information security operations, governance, or risk management with exposure to large financial services environments highly regarded
• Strong understanding of frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, and ISO27001, technologies including Intrusion Detection, Anti-virus/anti-malware, Database Activity Monitoring, Data Loss Prevention, Penetration Testing, Firewalls & Security Log management tools
• Hands-on experience with technologies including intrusion detection, DLP, anti-malware, firewalls, and SIEM tools.
• Experience conducting IT security and risk assessments (CPS234 exposure advantageous).
• Proven ability to interpret complex data, identify patterns and propose pragmatic solutions.
• Relevant certifications such as CISM, CISSP, or SABSA desirable.

Personal Attributes

• Collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Strong ownership and accountability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Resilient, proactive, and solutions-focused under pressure.
  Strong stakeholder management and influencing capability.

Some of our Employment Benefits

• FlexiWorks – enabling our employees to work in the office and at home
• Purchased Leave, Parental Leave, Volunteer Leave, Gender transition leave, Well-being leave
• Employee Recognition Program - to recognise people who are demonstrating our values and Company purpose.
• Talent Referral Program
• Salary Sacrificing via Superannuation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Learning & Development - Development at your fingertips via self-paced learning, including educational assistance support
• Employee discounts – Access discounted rates and offers from a variety of providers including Bupa and Microsoft
  Novated Car Leasing

Culture at MUFG Pension & Market Services

We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support and value the various talents and perspectives of our people and promote a flexible and blended work environment where our people can thrive, and their wellbeing is supported. We know that diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement, and growth. Be part of our company and together we will achieve our full potential.

We treat all individuals fairly and equitably and do not discriminate on the basis of diverse characteristics including, but not limited to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, cultural background, physical abilities/disabilities, religious or political belief, marital or family status or carers responsibilities.

How to apply

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now with your resume and detailed cover letter highlighting your skills, experience, and why you would be a good fit for the role.

Successful applicants will be required to complete background screening including police check and employment history check prior to commencement of employment.

MUFG Pension & Market Services is a global, digitally enabled business that empowers a brighter future by connecting millions of people with their assets – safely, securely and responsibly.

Through our two businesses MUFG Retirement Solutions and MUFG Corporate Markets, we partner with a diversified portfolio of global clients to provide robust, efficient and scalable services, purpose-built solutions and modern technology platforms that deliver world class outcomes and experiences.

A member of MUFG, a global financial group, we help manage regulatory complexity, improve data management and connect people with their assets, through exceptional user experience that leverages the expertise of our people combined with scalable technology, digital connectivity and data insights.

Our MUFG Retirement Solutions division combines its proprietary technology, process and people to deliver a comprehensive financial data solution to its superannuation clients. We support clients across all superannuation fund sectors including government, industry, retail and corporate.

By accompanying our core member and employer administration with a full range of value-added services, we offer the most comprehensive superannuation administration solution on the market. The scale, adaptability and ease of use of our proprietary systems, in conjunction with our integrated analytics offering, allow us to innovate and grow with the needs of our clients.

MUFG Pension & Market Services is building a dynamic, client focused, caring and inclusive culture that is built on the foundations of an entrepreneurial spirit, effective risk management, empathy and trust, and underpinned by its core values.

We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support and value the various talents and perspectives of our people and promote a flexible and blended work environment where our people can thrive and their wellbeing is supported. We know that diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement, and growth. Be part of the MUFG Pension & Market Services journey and together we will achieve our full potential.

We treat all individuals fairly and equitably and do not discriminate on the basis of diverse characteristics including, but not limited to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, cultural background, physical abilities/disabilities, religious or political belief, marital or family status or carers responsibilities.

Candidates must have the relevant work rights to be considered for an opportunity at MUFG Pension & Market Services. Successful applicants will be required to complete background screening prior to commencement of employment.