About the role

What You’ll Do

Lead Advanced Security Assessments: Drive comprehensive evaluations of security controls across cloud, on-prem, and AI-powered platforms. Identify vulnerabilities and deliver actionable solutions that make an impact.
Harness AI for Risk Management: Use advanced AI tools to continuously monitor, track, and predict risks. Enhance models for greater accuracy and align AI-driven insights with Vanguard’s risk framework.
Influence Technology Decisions: Collaborate with IT leaders, business units, and vendors to shape secure implementations and guide adoption of emerging security initiatives.
Set the Standard: Define best practices for risk assessments, vulnerability management, and secure development processes. Update security standards and close gaps before they become threats.
Investigate & Innovate: Analyze complex security incidents, validate controls, and lead special projects that push the boundaries of cybersecurity.
Be the Expert: Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies. Act as a trusted advisor on security practices and AI-driven risk strategies.

Experience:

8+ years in IT security or application development, with proven expertise in risk assurance and emerging technologies.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Preferred Certifications: ISC² CISSP CRISC CISA CCSP GIAC GSEC CEH

AI-focused certifications (AAISM, CSPAI) a plus

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Skills & Tags

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Vanguard is a leader in low-cost investment management, attracting those committed to long-term financial growth and innovation in client services.
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What's promising

•Vanguard offers a strong reputation for low-cost investment options.
•Focuses on long-term strategies, appealing to investors seeking stability.
•Diverse role opportunities in finance, risk management, and IT.

What to watch

•Limited public information about internal culture and work-life balance.
•Potentially slow career progression due to large organizational structure.
•Highly competitive environment may not suit all candidates.

Why Vanguard

•Pioneered the index fund, revolutionizing investment management.
•Client-owned structure aligns company interests with investor success.
•Significant emphasis on investor education and financial literacy.

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About Vanguard

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Vanguard is an investment management company known for its low-cost mutual funds and ETFs, focusing on long-term investment strategies for individual and institutional investors.