Technology Risk Manager

Forward with Cuscal 

At Cuscal, we’re not just shaping the future of payments - we’re pioneering it. From launching Australia’s first ATM to being the first certified NPP PayTo Payer and Initiator in 2022, we’ve spent over 59 years building solutions that millions of Australians rely on every day.  

Now, we’re preparing for what’s next, and we want you to be part of it. 

Join us as a Technology Risk Manager in our Tech Risk & Governance team and help us deliver ground-breaking solutions that push the boundaries of what’s possible. 

Your Opportunity 

We’re looking for a Technology Risk Manager to join our Tech Risk & Governance team.

In this role, you’ll leverage your technical skills to develop, maintain, and support innovative solutions that solve real-world challenges in the payments industry. From designing and building scalable systems to ensuring seamless integration with key technologies, your work will directly impact millions of users. 

You’ll also make an impact by: 

• Develop and Enhance Risk Frameworks: Lead the creation and continuous improvement of Cuscal-wide technology risk frameworks, policies, and procedures. 
• Embed Risk Practices: Partner with product domains and corporate functions to embed technology risk management practices and resilience into everyday activities, embed controls, and monitor/report on issues.  
• Executive and Board Reporting: Prepare and present regular risk reports to senior management and the Board, highlighting key risk areas and recommendations. 
• Focus on AI and Emerging Technologies: 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.  
• Controls Automation: Lead initiatives to automate technology risk & controls monitoring processes using advanced tools and technologies. 

• Innovation Advocacy: Promote a culture of innovation in risk management practices, encouraging the adoption of new approaches and technologies. 

What you’ll bring 

To succeed in this role, you’ll have: 

• Financial Services Experience: 4-6 years of experience in technology risk management within the financial services industry, or equivalent consulting/professional services experience

You’ll stand out from the crowd if you have some of the following: 

• Risk Frameworks: Deep understanding of risk management and IT frameworks and standards such as ITIL, ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, and relevant APRA guidelines (CPS234, CPG235, CPS230, CPS220) 
• Emerging Technologies: Demonstrated experience in managing risks associated with AI, machine learning, and other emerging technologies.
• Proven Change Leader: Prior experiencing leading risk maturity uplift at another organisation within a function, business unit or risk class. 

Why Cuscal? 

At Cuscal, you’ll find a strong, successful company that’s reimagining the future. And our team is right there at the heart of it all. 

Here, you’ll deliver or support interesting, ground-breaking work that has real impact - on Australia’s financial services sector and the millions of customers it serves. You’ll innovate alongside skilled, smart, connected teams. And you’ll build an impressive, fulfilling career that continues to grow.   

You’ll also enjoy a range of benefits, including: 

• Work in a hybrid model that supports your lifestyle and goals 

• We celebrate success: Our IGNITE program recognises individual and team achievements. 

• Wellbeing focus: We support your physical, mental, and financial health with holistic initiatives and access to discounts via ‘Cuscal Advantage.’ 

Join us and reimagine the future 

If this role excites you, we’d love to explore your potential and vision for the future. Screening and interviews may occur before the job ad closing date, so don’t wait - apply now. 

For further information about this role please contact [email protected].  

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.