Manager - Technology, Cyber and Data Risk

CO001 Cuscal Limited; Australia; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Cuscal Limited in Australia is seeking an experienced Technology, Cyber & Data Risk Manager to join Group Risk & Compliance. You will provide independent Line 2 oversight across technology, cyber and data risk, and partner with stakeholders to identify, assess and manage risk within the firm's risk appetite.

You will review risk decisions, incidents and control effectiveness, conduct targeted assurance reviews, and support risk reporting to senior management.

Qualifications

• Experience in technology, cyber or operational risk within financial services or payments.
• Solid knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements (APRA CPS 230, CPS 234, PCI-DSS).
• Familiarity with risk and technology frameworks (AS/NZS ISO 31000, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, COBIT, COSO, ITIL).

Responsibilities

• Provide independent Line 2 oversight across technology, cyber and data risks.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify, assess and manage risk within the risk appetite.
• Review risk decisions, risk acceptances, control effectiveness and risk treatment plans.
• Review incidents, breaches and near misses to identify root causes and remediation.
• Perform targeted assurance reviews across technology, cyber and data controls.
• Support risk reporting to senior management and executives.
• Develop and maintain risk policies, standards and training materials.

Skills

Technology risk

Cyber risk

Data risk

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in risk management/IT/finance

Job description

Your Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Technology, Cyber & Data Risk Manager to join our Group Risk & Compliance team. In this role, you’ll provide independent Line 2 oversight, review and challenge across technology, cyber security and data risk. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across the business as a trusted risk advisor, providing advice that helps Cuscal achieve its objectives while operating within its risk appetite.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Providing independent Line 2 oversight across technology, cyber and data risks
• Partnering with stakeholders to identify, assess and manage risk while providing constructive challenge
• Reviewing and challenging risk decisions, risk acceptances, control effectiveness and risk treatment plans
• Reviewing incidents, breaches and near misses to identify root causes and recommend appropriate remediation
• Performing targeted assurance reviews across technology, cyber and data controls
• Providing independent risk oversight across significant change initiatives including technology transformation, cloud migration, AI initiatives and other digital projects
• Identifying and escalating material risks, control deficiencies and emerging risk themes
• Supporting risk reporting to senior management and executives
• Developing and maintaining risk policies, standards and training materials

What You’ll Bring

You’re an experienced risk professional who can combine strong technical knowledge with a practical, outcomes-focused approach. You’ll be comfortable working independently, constructively challenging stakeholders and translating complex risk concepts into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences.

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:

• Solid experience in technology, cyber or operational risk within financial services or payments
• Strong knowledge of financial services regulatory and compliance requirements, including APRA CPS 230 and CPS 234, CPG 235 and PCI-DSS
• Familiarity with risk and technology frameworks including AS/NZS ISO 31000, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, COBIT, COSO and ITIL
• Familiarity with AI standards and regulatory developments including the Australian AI principles and EU AI Act
• Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
• The ability to influence senior stakeholders and build strong working relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex risk concepts for different audiences
• A high degree of initiative, sound judgement and the ability to work autonomously

Join us and reimagine the future

If you’re excited to join a company that’s shaping the future of how Australia moves money, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications close

Cuscal is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cuscal. Note: Cuscal does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or search firms.

Moving Payments Forward. Together.

Cuscal is a payments and regulated data services provider in Australia. Since 1966, we have enabled Australian banks, mutuals, corporates and fintechs to better serve and connect with their customers through the implementation of innovative technology solutions.

Our vision

To transform the future of how money moves and how Australia does business.

Our mission

We partner with forward-thinking businesses to deliver innovative and secure payment solutions that drive growth in the economy.

Our purpose

To enable competition and power progress, one transaction at a time.