Our client’s success is our success. And you make it happen! 

Payment systems are complex, regulated and everchanging. We are an established market leading brand who are focused on driving client growth. We’re at the forefront of innovation punching above our weight. We’re enabling the future for our clients through innovative technology like the New Payments Platform (NPP) and open banking.    

We are an unlisted public company and one of five licensed banks in Australia with full direct connectivity and production capability across all domestic payment systems. Whilst the major banks leverage this capability for their consumer and business clients, our B2B model focuses on enabling other banks, fintech’s and corporates to deliver innovative and competitive payment and digital solutions to their clients and customers. 

We are looking for an Information Security Risk Management Lead in our Group Risk and Compliance Team.  

Reporting to the Head of Operational Risk and Compliance, the Information Security Risk Management Lead is responsible for technology risk advisory, review/challenge, oversight and monitoring over information security and data risk frameworks and how it is operationalised. 

This is a highly visible role in the business ensuring technology risks are effectively identified, assessed, managed and monitored across Cuscal. Responsibilities of the Information Security Risk Management Lead in the team’s capacity as the second line of defence under the Risk Management Framework fall into four key areas: 

1) Technology Risk Management Framework Advisory, Oversight and Monitoring 

• Ensure Information Security Risks (technology and cyber) and Data risks are adequately managed through Cuscal’s frameworks in line with regulatory requirements (e.g. CPS 234,230, CPG 235 etc.), industry best practices and operating environment in line with three lines of defence   
• Ensure line 2 risk management capability is built and sustained to review, challenge, oversight and assurance reinforcing and maturing line 1 accountability with the business owners   
• Work collaboratively with Product domains, Engineering and corporate functions to embed technology risk management practices into everyday activities, embed controls, and monitor/report on issues.  
• Foster a risk culture that promotes open communication, transparency, and ownership of risk at all levels of the organisation  
• Risk Reporting & Analytics: Provide insights derived from technology and data risk reporting to the Board and Executive Leadership Team 

2) 2nd Line Review, Challenge and Oversight 

• Review and challenge risk/RiC assessments, adequacy and effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies, controls, and action plans implemented by 1st line teams.   
• Critically assess incidents, breaches, and near misses to identify systemic issues and recommend appropriate remediation actions.  
• Ensure the continuous improvement of risk management practices by engaging with business units to provide constructive feedback and challenge assumptions.   
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and business units on operational risk matters, including emerging risks, regulatory changes, and industry trends.   
• Drive education and training programs to elevate operational risk awareness and capabilities across the organisation.   
• Collaborate with product, client, and technology teams to ensure operational risk considerations are integrated into new initiatives, system changes, and major projects.   
• Line 2 support for assessments of third-party technology risks and controls. 

3) Emerging Risks and Innovation 

• Stay informed about the latest developments in AI and other emerging technologies to proactively identify potential risks. Support Cuscal teams in rapidly adopting new technologies in a safe and controlled manner. 
• Review/provide oversight over initiatives to automate technology risk & controls monitoring processes using advanced tools and technologies.  
•  Promote a culture of innovation in risk management practices, encouraging the adoption of new approaches and technologies. 

4) Stakeholder Engagement 

• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders as required, to ensure a cohesive approach to technology risk management.  
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance technology risk awareness and competency across Cuscal.  
• Promote and drive a positive risk culture to lift overall risk management maturity across Cuscal.   

About You 
To be successful in this position you will have the following skills and experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Information Systems, Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CRISC, CISA, CISSP) are desirable. 
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in technology risk management within the financial services industry. 
• Strong knowledge of risk management and IT frameworks and standards such as ITIL, ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, and relevant APRA guidelines (CPS234, CPG235, CPS230, CPS220) 
• Demonstrated experience in managing risks associated with AI, machine learning, and other emerging technologies. 
• Prior experiencing leading risk maturity uplift at another organisation within a function, business unit or risk class. 
• Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, and stakeholder management. 

What’s it like to work here? 

As well as good pay and a great culture, we back our employees by helping them work towards industry-recognised qualifications, using online learning, training modules and career planning tools for you to grow with us. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace where the very best talent in Australia chooses to work. We support our colleagues with flexible work arrangements through our hybrid model whilst also offering a wide range of financial, lifestyle, health & wellbeing benefits. 

 
Next Step 
If you think this role is the right fit for you, we invite you to apply. Let’s explore who you are and what drives you. We’d love to share our vision for the future of payments sector. Please note candidate screening and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date of the job advert. 
   
Cuscal does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies and search firms. Please do not email or send unsolicited resumes to any Cuscal employee, location or address. 

• Permanent, Part-time 22.8 hours per week
• $81,672.54 per annum (pro rata) plus Superannuation
• Join the Inclusion and Service Planning Team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

We are looking for a Playgroup Support Officer who will oversee establishing and maintaining community playgroups within Hume City Council (HCC).
This rewarding opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and innovative person to work as part of the HCC Playgroup team.

What you’ll be doing:

• To initiate, establish and maintain community playgroups within Hume City Council (HCC) to address local community needs.
• To act as a key contact to community members and local providers to access a range of information about playgroups and other early years programs and events.
• Support the establishment of community playgroups with a focus on early childhood development.
• Respect, respond to, and promote the flexibility of playgroups responsive to individual group, family, and child needs.
• Actively engage relevant stakeholders to promote the importance of Playgroups and to establish connection between various early years services.
• Support parents and families to find and access a playgroup that meet the individual needs of the family.
• Maintain accurate records of support given to community groups and individual families to support engagement.
• Create and maintain Memorandum of Understandings (MOU’s) between community playgroups, the PSO role and facilities where playgroups are held that clearly outline the rights and responsibilities of each partner.
• Develop and actively promote a collaborative network with community-based playgroup facilitators and other support services for the purpose of identifying and delivering professional development opportunities.
• To support activities related to the wider Inclusion and Service Planning team by participating in Best Start, Central Registration, PSFO and Playgroup initiatives.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Knowledge of and expertise in issues related to the needs of families and young children.
• Demonstrated ability in working with families in a community setting, specifically children 0-6 years.
• Understanding of the function of the position including relevant policies, regulations and precedents including Child Safe Standards.
• Knowledge of and expertise in working with CALD communities.
• Ability to identify family needs and expectations and respond accordingly.
• Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative relationships and partnerships with community and key stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate effectively and gain co-operation, both verbally and in written form with team members and key stakeholders and with families from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Relevant experience in working with families and young children and facilitating parenting programs.
• Experience in organising and leading children's events and activities will be well regarded.

Required Certifications & Qualifications:

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications in social science, early childhood services or social work. 
• Current driver’s licence.

For any enquiries, please contact Tania Ellul [email protected] To apply for this position please click on the “Apply” button below.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid