Posted:
3/12/2025, 5:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia ⋅ New South Wales, Australia
Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
IT & Security
Let’s introduce ourselves.
We’re a venture-scaler powered by CommBank. That means we build, buy, and invest in startups that could benefit the bank’s 15 million customers and beyond.
Because of what we do, we’re really neither corporate, nor startup – instead we’re happily navigating the space between both worlds. We're close enough to benefit from the bank’s strategy, scale, and stability, but separate enough that we have the autonomy to try new things.
What it’s like to work here
We’re a community of galvanisers, thinkers, and doers. We have a big, bold vision, which so far no-one has nailed (including us). That excites, rather than deters, us.
We never lose sight of the impact we can have on people’s lives, and the role that each of us plays in shaping the bank of the future. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and make time to connect to celebrate and grow our people.
At x15, we’re guided by three values: Care, courage, and commitment. And what does that mean? We’re aware, attuned, and always act to help our people and our customers. We’re more than just job titles and we don’t hide the human stuff. We lead with grit and grace and do what's right – even if it's hard. And, whatever happens, we always find a way.
Role Overview
As Head of Security for x15, you are senior executive who oversees the information, cyber, and technology security. This includes developing, implementing, communicating and enforcing security policies and solutions. In this role you need to establish, maintain and execute the cyber business strategy for x15. This includes leading cyber innovation and supporting ventures in designing and implementing customer centric solutions that are safe sound and secure.
The outcome will include greater levels of security maturity in terms of network, cloud, monitoring, data scanning, etc using industry frameworks. A security risk a control environment that is understood, documents and well managed. An articulate and active voice in management decision making and prioritisation. Strong relationships with Group experts including alignment on approach.
Key Responsibilities include:
Designing and implementing x15’s security program including compliance with policies, standards and regulation
A senior leader who drives alignment in security and venture objectives in a format that is easy to consume by management, Groups experts and the broader team
Managing security operations across identify, protect, detect, respond and recover
Plays a senior role in managing third party threats and opportunities with a multi-disciplinary team
Leads security awareness and training across and evolving internal and external landscape
Establishes a bench strength leadership for Cyber security and a team of empowered and engaged staff
Promotes and culture of strong security whilst also effectively managing the budget
Experience
The ideal candidate will bring the following qualifications and expertise:
End-to-end leadership of a high performing security team including experience with security tooling and technology
Subject matter expertise in product security, network security and risk management
Experience in Security Engineering and ethical hacking skills including offensive security, reverse engineering, red team/ blue team or pen testing.
Knowledge of security standards, compliance criteria, and security frameworks (e.g., NIST, Essential 8 and APRA)
Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills including problem solving and decision making
Great interpersonal and communication abilities including translating security complexities and risk into a set of business decisions for executive management and Committees, verbally and in writing
Working collaboratively across the three lines of accountability and delivering sustainable results within risk appetite
Project administration and managing high performing teams
Desired Skills
If this is you, don’t worry - we still encourage you to apply. We are committed to creating a workplace that supports long-lasting and meaningful careers for everyone, and your unique skills and perspective might be just what we’re looking for!
Why Join Us?
Enjoy a flexible and dynamic startup environment
We nurture a safe space for our people to show up as they are!
Competitive salary and bonus structure
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Access to the best in class benefits that CommBank offers.
If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including Bankwest, x15ventures), you'll need to apply through Sidekick to submit a valid application. We’re keen to support you with the next step in your career.
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Website: https://commbank.com.au/
Headquarter Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1911
Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt
Industries: Banking ⋅ Finance ⋅ Financial Services ⋅ Wealth Management