About Virgin Australia Group

Hello. We’re Virgin Australia. We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. We’re on a mission to make flying better than ‘nice’. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety – in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions.

The role:

The Data and Critical Systems Security Specialist is responsible for the development, review, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of Virgin Australia Group’s data security program.  Working closely with Group Privacy, Compliance and system stewards this role will support the group’s obligations for OAIC, APP, GDPR, SOCI and other compliance and legislative requirements around both data and critical systems. 

As a member of the Information Security Team the role will provide support to other specialists; especially support to audits and security reporting, but also in production of risk and maturity assessments related to data and critical systems. 

In addition, you will:

• Develop, review, implement, and maintain the VA Data Security Program to protect personal information (PI) and critical data, ensuring compliance with legislative standards.
• Collaborate with specialists to identify and mitigate security risks to PI and business-critical data/systems.
• Create and manage a metrics framework to measure compliance with data security controls and their overall effectiveness.
• Maintain PI Data Maps and conduct routine audits of systems, processes, data storage, and business owners.
• Stay updated on data security legislation and best practices, ensuring the implementation of necessary changes.

What you need to be successful:

• Excellent written and verbal skills with the ability to communicate complex thoughts and ideas clearly.
• Experience in consulting and client-facing roles.
• High level understanding of critical technical infrastructure and networking.
• Ability to work with differing stakeholders including external vendors.
• Strong time management skills which allow for multi-tasking whilst managing shifting priorities.
• Innovative thinker with demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for organisational and process improvements.
• A thorough understanding of the project/system development lifecycle.
• Familiarity with privacy laws, data protection, and information security regulations, and frameworks such as GDPR.

Desirable but not essential:

• Tertiary qualification in IT or similar field.
• Experience of PI data management remediation projects in a large, complex enterprise environment.
• Ability to conduct IT risk assessments and providing solutions to mitigate risk.
• Strong understanding of PI data information management security standards and Australian privacy law.

We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):

• Discounted flights for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year)
• One of Brisbane’s most admired head office locations, with South Bank train station, a supermarket, pharmacy, and lunch options downstairs plus a 5-minute walk to the Busway, a rooftop restaurant and onsite gym (with a low membership fee) and South Bank Parklands just across the road
• Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation, and experiences worldwide
• Cheaper hospitality, retail, technology, beauty and wellness services
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, which offers confidential coaching and support from qualified professionals for all aspects of life – physical, mental, social and financial
• ‘Dress for Your Day’ – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever makes you feel great for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you.

When everyone is included, everyone wins

We’re all individuals. And we love that. That’s why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family.

Ready to apply?

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