Information Security Consultant - Cybersecurity

Westpac

Sydney, NSW
Permanent
Full-time

2 days ago

Job Description:How will I help?We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Information Security Consultant who will play an integral role in responding to high visibility regulator requests and demonstrating Group compliance to obligations through attestations and external assessments.A typical day may see you conducting the following:

Working as a business-as-usual cybersecurity compliance resource.
Co-ordinate annual audit and attestation process across regulatory and payment industry obligations
Using your applied security knowledge, be confident to challenge audit/assessor findings where appropriate.
Write executive summaries and reports to support Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) sign-off that are clear and concise articulating compliance to cyber requirements.
Foster and strengthen internal and external stakeholder relationships and maintain up-to-date evidence/artefact repository.
Serve as a liaison between security control owners, the CISO, external auditor/assessor and other relevant business stakeholders to communicate findings, address concerns, and facilitate decision-making processes related to regulatory and payment security compliance.
Consulting on regulator / payment industry security obligations to business units, projects, or peer teams.
Perform impact assessment of new or changed cyber regulations or requirements and provide a clear summary to stakeholders.
Create and enhance existing governance processes, identify, and implement opportunities to simplify and automate.
Perform security issue triage to regulator thresholds and maintain register and notify if thresholds are met.

What's in it for me?You'll play a significant part of the future of a business that has been around for 200 years. Our purpose is of creating better futures together. So, we'll back you in the development of your career, internal career prospects, and flexible working. You'll also keep learning to grown, backed by a fantastic team of people with a can-do, supportive structure. Whatever shape your family takes, we offer generous paid and unpaid parental leave for your nominated primary and support carers. This includes leave to organise adoptions, surrogacy, and foster care arrangements.What do I need?You will have at least 3 years' experience working at an APRA regulated organisation where you have applied your cybersecurity knowledge. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity and relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISA) preferred.In addition, you will also have:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
A strong understanding of security principles, methodologies, and frameworks (eg. NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, CPS 234, PCI DSS)
Demonstrated experience in process improvement, stakeholder management, and building strong relationships across diverse teams.
Proficiency in risk management principles, compliance requirements, and regulatory standards relevant to the industry.
A self-starter with a High-level of attention to detail and with ability to work independently, multi-task and adjust to shifting priorities.
Drive own learning, demonstrate curiosity by trying new things, and seeks feedback to improve and grow.
Understand, apply, and maintain adherence to Code of Conduct to protect Westpac's license to operate and the interests of customers, communities, and each other.

What is it like to work there?We aim to provide one big, supportive team to help us achieve our purpose of creating better futures together. As well as competitive remuneration and a great culture, joining the Westpac family means you will have access to banking, wealth and insurance benefits. With us you'll discover new ways of working, and an exciting range of roles to showcase your skills. As an equal opportunity employer, we're proud to have created a culture where people can be their best, in an environment that values diversity and flexibility and one where everyone belongs. #LI - Hybrid.How do I apply?Start here. Just click on the APPLY button.At Westpac we are committed to providing a supportive culture and creating diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplaces, branches, products and services for our customers, employees, and community. This role is open to experienced candidates seeking a discussion around workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. If you have questions about the recruitment process, please email .Do you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process?We can provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability and/or neurodiversity. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process at any stage, please call 1800 655 592 Option 2.3 or email

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