Manager, Security Governance and Assurance

A bit about us At Judo, we’re redefining business banking for the modern era. Built on teamwork, trusted relationships and a challenger spirit, we exist to better serve Australian SMEs. What began in 2016 as a bold idea has grown into one of the fastest‑growing new banks globally, with more than 30 locations nationwide. We put our people and customers at the heart of everything we do. Our agility means we can say ‘yes’ when others say ‘no’, delivering personalised banking that helps businesses access the funding they need, when they need it. Relationships matter here – with our customers and with each other. Our culture – a multi‑award‑winning place to work We firmly believe that culture eats strategy for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and that the most important investment we can make is in our people. Our values of Trust, Teamwork, Accountability and Performance guide how we work every day Judo was built from the ground up with a clear purpose: to be the most trusted SME business bank in Australia. Our customers and relationships are at the heart of how we work, not bureaucracy. We think differently, invite new ideas, and create an environment where people feel they belong and are empowered. We’re proud to be externally recognised too – including being named on the AFR BOSS Best Places to Work list for four consecutive years. We are certified as a Great Place To Work® Australia organisation, being recognised as one of Australia’s Best Workplaces™ 2025, celebrating our dedication to fostering an inclusive, empowering environment. Our vision is to build a world-class SME business bank and it’s our people that can make it happen. Now, about this opportunity… As our Manager, Security Governance and Assurance you will be responsible for establishing, maintaining, and continuously improving Judo’s cybersecurity and physical security governance framework, ensuring security controls are effective, risks are managed, and compliance obligations are met. Reporting to our Chief Information Security Officer, you'll work across Technology, Data & Operations to ensure security policies, standards, risk management, assurance activities, regulatory compliance, information asset governance, third-party security assurance, and security awareness are operating effectively. This is an exciting opportunity to help influence the future direction of cybersecurity at Judo, bringing modern architectural thinking, strong stakeholder engagement and a security-first mindset to key strategic initiatives. If that excites you, this just might be your dream job: Establishing and maintaining security policies, standards, procedures and guidelines Ensuring alignment with Judo’s risk appetite and strategic objectives Providing regular reporting to executive leadership, risk committees, and audit committees Developing and managing a SDLC Security Assurance Program Coordinating internal and external audits Monitoring remediation activities and ensuing audit finding are addressed Maintaining compliance against applicable regulatory, legal, contractual, and policy requirements Managing and enforcing information classification and handling requirements Evaluating supplier security risks and control effectiveness Leading the security awareness and education programs You’ll likely bring: Significant experience in Cyber Security, Risk, Governance, Compliance, or Assurance Experience managing audits, compliance assessments, and risk management programs Strong understanding of security controls and industry standards Experience engaging with senior executives and governance committees Proven stakeholder management experience Experience in regulated industries If you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply – your experience, mindset and potential matter to us. Why you’ll love working at Judo: Two Weeks of Additional Leave Every Year Paid Volunteer Leave Our signature Judo induction experience Big Life Event Leave Holistic Health & Wellbeing Offerings designed to support your best life, including access to GPs, nutritionists, coaches and psychologists via our partner, CU Health Working from Home Setup Allowance Flare Benefits & Discounts - access to a wide range of everyday savings and perks Freedom to work flexibly with flexible work options including hybrid working Equal access to Company Paid Parental Leave – up to 20 weeks Education Assistance Judo is proud to be an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and can feel that they belong. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities. Please no agencies! We maintain a preferred panel, and kindly request no unsolicited contact. We do not hold any responsibility for dispute over candidate ownership if you have not been engaged directly. 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