Cyber Security Risk Specialist

Cyber Security Risk Specialist

Major financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Cyber Risk Specialist.
Join a growing Risk & Compliance team and provide independent oversight of cyber security risks across a complex enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and enhance cyber security policies, processes and controls.
• Conduct cyber risk assessments and provide guidance on remediation strategies.
• Perform control assurance activities and independent control testing.
• Provide oversight and challenge to technology and security teams on cyber risk matters.
• Monitor compliance with APRA regulatory requirements
• Assess the effectiveness of security controls across cloud, identity, access management and broader cyber security domains.
• Support cyber risk reporting for executives and governance committees.
• Identify emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities and AI-related security risks.
• Review incidents and root cause analyses to ensure sustainable remediation outcomes.

About You

• Experience in Cyber Security Risk, Information Security Risk, Cyber GRC, Security Assurance or IT Audit.
• Strong understanding of cyber security frameworks and regulatory obligation - APRA experience is highly desireable (CPS 230, 220, 234)
• Experience working within the financial services space is a must have!
• Experience in risk assessments, control testing, assurance or governance activities.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and provide independent challenge.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC or CISA are highly regarded.