• Permanent position
• Full time hours
• Sydney, NSW location

About Us

Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity.

About the role

Reporting to the CIO, the Information Security Manager is responsible for implementing and running the enterprise information security and compliance program. That will involve identifying, evaluating and reporting on IT, and cybersecurity risk to information assets as well as supporting compliance to programmes while supporting and advancing business objectives. The scope of the role includes the management of security risks as it manifests in the areas of technology, operations and strategy. Achievement of balance between information security concerns and compliance mandates is a primary objective of this role.

What you will bring

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to work effectively with business managers, IT engineering and IT operations staff
• The ability to interact with Australian Red Cross workforce, build strong relationships at all levels and across all business units and understand business imperatives
• A strong understanding of the business impact of security tools, technologies and policies
• Experience with common information security management frameworks, such as International Standards Organization (ISO) 27001/2, NIST, the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) and Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT) frameworks [Substitute as appropriate]
• Familiarity with applicable legal and regulatory requirements, including, but not limited to GDPR
• Knowledge of and experience in developing and documenting security architecture and plans, including strategic, tactical and project plans
• Familiarity with the principles of cryptography and cryptanalysis
• Extensive experience in security analysis, auditing and management frameworks

Why work with us?

Work for purpose, know that the work you do enables Red Cross to support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability.

You can access flexible working arrangements and generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year.

Red Cross respects, values and encourages diversity. We believe that diversity in our people enriches our organisation as well as the impact we have.

Further information

To find out more about this opportunity please refer to the position description below.

For additional enquiries, please contact Andrew Brown on 0439 070 469 for a confidential discussion.

Position description: Information Security Manager.pdf

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to protecting the rights of all people, particularly those who may be experiencing vulnerability. We want the people we work with to feel safe, be safe, and free from abuse of any kind. We are a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. We value, respect and listen to children and are committed to supporting child safety and wellbeing in our work.

Thank you for considering a career at Red Cross. We also have great opportunities to volunteer. Click here to find out more.

Job Ref #: 521220