Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
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James Cook University (JCU) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Cybersecurity Professional to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of our cybersecurity strategy, governance, and operations for our Australian and Singapore campuses. This role is crucial in protecting our digital assets, managing risk, and fostering a resilient security culture across the institution.
* Competitive salary package on offer including 17% employer superannuation contributions
* Full-time, fixed-term role of 5 years
* Based at the Townsville Bebegu Yumba campus
* Relocation assistance may be considered for the preferred candidate
WHAT YOU CAN ACHIEVE IN THE ROLE
As the Chief Information Security Officer, you will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of JCU's cybersecurity strategy, governance frameworks, and risk management practices to ensure alignment with the university's risk strategy and respond to changing threat landscapes.
You will monitor, assess, and respond to cybersecurity threats and incidents, implementing both technical and non-technical controls to protect university assets and operations. By providing strategic cybersecurity insights and risk reporting to executive leadership and governance committees, including education, simulation exercises, and escalation of critical incidents, you will enhance decision-making and incident response. You will lead and manage cybersecurity teams across governance, identity and access management, and security operations to deliver high-quality, secure IT services.
Additionally, you will oversee relationships with external cybersecurity vendors and partners, ensuring effective delivery of services and alignment with strategic objectives. Promoting cybersecurity awareness and education across the university community, you will ensure compliance with policies and frameworks while fostering a culture of security and resilience.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE
You will hold recognised qualifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, Security+, CEH, GSEC, or SSCP. Your demonstrated ability to lead IT teams and third-party subject matter experts to deliver requirements and outcomes within specified timeframes and budgets to a high-quality standard will be crucial.
Advanced expertise in developing and maintaining IT governance, policies, procedures, frameworks, and methodologies gained through prior experience in large-scale IT environments will support success in this role. Familiarity with Agile and DevSecOps practices in complex organisational settings, including the ability to coach and train staff and drive continuous improvement initiatives, will be highly valued.
A proven ability to exercise sound judgement, initiative, and strategic thinking to achieve effective outcomes is crucial, along with a commitment to fostering a culture of customer focus, respect, and ongoing improvement within all CISO functions. Success in this role also requires strong collaboration, negotiation, and influence skills, particularly in navigating competing priorities.
The ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels, combined with high-level organisational, interpersonal, and leadership capabilities, will be key contributors to success.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Information Technology and Management
Industries
* Higher Education and IT Services and IT Consulting
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