- Newly created GRC function
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High profile workstream delivering significant uplifts as we continue to scale
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12 month max-term contract - Melbourne location
Due to significant global growth, Kinetic are undertaking a large scale, multi stream program of work designed to transform our technology landscape, create simplified, consistent ways of working, and ensure our future growth plans are underpinned by seamless technology products and processes.
Part of this transformation program is a major cyber security uplift across the Kinetic business. This is a greenfield role where you will help build Kinetic GRC capability from the ground up, establishing risk registers, compliance calendars, policies, and vendor risk frameworks where none currently exist. The role is hands-on and highly operational, requiring both technical depth and strong stakeholder influence.
You’ll work closely with the Information Security Manager to:
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Support and evaluate security policies and governance roles.
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Integrate security into projects and business planning.
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Establish and maintain the Technology Risk Register and remediation tracking.
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Develop, review, and promote security policies and procedures.
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Report on security assurance, control maturity, and compliance gaps.
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Build and manage third-party risk assessments and ensure compliance in contracts.
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Monitor and report on security threats in collaboration with SOC providers.
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Track and document regulatory obligations and changes (e.g. Essential Eight, SOCI).
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Support internal and external audit activities and complete follow-up actions.
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Coordinate compliance testing, risk workshops, and incident response tabletop exercises.
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Develop and support cyber security awareness programs across the organisation.
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Prepare clear and meaningful executive and board reporting on risks, compliance, and assurance.
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3–5 years’ experience in cyber governance, risk, or compliance.
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Knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, Essential Eight, VPDSS
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Risk assessment and audit experience.
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Strong communicator who can influence and educate.
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Builder mindset – comfortable starting with a blank canvas.
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Proven ability in improving processes and driving change.
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Self-motivated with a demonstrated enthusiastic approach to day-to-day business and positive approach to a continually changing work environment.
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Most importantly, our values resonate with you – Passion, Integrity, Respect, Authenticity, Humility.
At Kinetic, we don't just move people - we're creating the positive change our planet needs. As a leader in sustainable transport, we're committed to creating cleaner, safer, and greener environments for generations to come.
Our size and scale give our people real opportunities to learn, grow, and progress in their careers. Calm, positive and respectful team players thrive here. Our people embrace change and are encouraged to stretch their comfort zone while making a difference. We challenge each other to be our best.
We're driven by respect, diversity and genuine connection. From networking groups to community partnerships and volunteering, our camaraderie naturally brings people together. Our energy and dedication keep communities moving and our people growing.
Kinetic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.
If you're interested in this rewarding role with Kinetic then click the 'Apply' button now!
