Head of Technology & Cybersecurity

• Executive leadership role overseeing technology & cybersecurity strategy • Lead regulatory technology standards for a virtual assets supervisory authority • Hybrid role based in Sydney, Start Up, Currently Stand Alone role to build a team Client Details An independent regulatory authority responsible for oversight of virtual asset service providers. The organisation plays a critical role in ensuring robust technology governance, cybersecurity resilience, and international compliance standards across the digital asset sector. Description The Head of Technology & Cybersecurity is a senior leadership role responsible for establishing and maintaining the authority’s technology and cybersecurity framework, ensuring internal systems and supervised entities meet international best practice. Key responsibilities include: Strategic Leadership • Develop and implement the organisation’s Technology & Cybersecurity Strategy aligned with global standards (FATF/APG). • Advise executive leadership on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and regulatory technology developments. • Represent the authority in technical working groups with domestic and international partners. Technology Governance • Define and maintain minimum technology standards for VASP licensing and supervision, including custody, encryption, and operational resilience requirements. • Oversee regulatory technology (RegTech) systems such as licensing, case management, and analytics platforms. • Manage cloud and technology vendors, ensuring compliance with ISO 27001/SOC 2 standards. Cybersecurity Oversight • Lead the organisation’s Information Security Management System (ISMS) aligned to ISO 27001. • Oversee incident detection, response, and recovery, ensuring timely escalation. • Maintain secure communication platforms and manage penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and security training initiatives. Supervision Support • Review technology frameworks submitted by licensees. • Provide expertise during inspections and technical enforcement matters. • Collaborate with compliance teams on breaches involving custody or cybersecurity obligations. Leadership & Capacity Building • Lead and develop a small specialist team, including cybersecurity and blockchain forensics staff. • Establish performance metrics and strengthen internal cybersecurity culture. Profile Essential qualifications and experience: • Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field. • Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer. • 7+ years of experience in information security or technology governance, ideally within financial regulation, payments, or fintech. • Proven experience leading cybersecurity strategy, incident management, and secure system implementation. • Strong vendor management and cloud security experience. • Knowledge of virtual asset and blockchain technologies (custody models, smart contract risks). • Familiarity with FATF Recommendation 15 and AML/CFT supervisory frameworks. • Experience working with FIUs, law enforcement, or central banks.Core competencies include strategic thinking, cyber resilience, stakeholder engagement, analytical rigor, confidentiality, and leadership. Job Offer • Senior executive role shaping the cybersecurity and technology governance landscape of a rapidly evolving regulatory environment. • Opportunity to influence national and regional digital asset security standards. • Hybrid work arrangement with significant strategic impact.For a confidential discussion please apply within.