ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
We are seeking a strategic and person-centred General Manager – Information Security and Governance (CISO) to lead not only the protection of our digital ecosystem—but also help shape our journey into next-generation technology.
You will have national responsibility for our information security and governance functions, safeguarding the data, systems, and digital trust that support life-changing work.
You will also drive our cybersecurity strategy, embed Zero Trust principles, and lead national risk and compliance initiatives.
As part of our commitment to innovation, you’ll also play a key role in leveraging new technologies, including AI to modernise our defences and strengthen our digital foundation.

You will:

• Champion a Zero Trust security model and embed it across TSA’s infrastructure
• Implement a cybersecurity strategy that aligns with evolving tech trends and risks
• Oversee audits, compliance, incident response, and operational security delivery
• Guide risk-informed decisions across our technology environment
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure our security posture keeps pace with AI adoption and cloud transformation

You are:

• A strategic, future-ready cybersecurity leader with a deep understanding of governance, risk, and compliance
• Passionate about the role of technology in social good, and excited by AI, automation, and modern infrastructure
• Skilled at working across diverse teams and translating technical insight into action
• Committed to a person-centred approach—knowing that strong systems protect the people behind them

What we Offer

• Respected values driven organisation dedicated to social justice
• A flexible, hybrid WFH model
• An opportunity to shape cyber governance at a national scale
• A supportive leadership environment committed to innovation and impact
• Generous salary packaging options and employee benefits

Join one of Australia’s most trusted organisations and play a critical role in protecting the mission of The Salvation Army by leading our enterprise-wide information security and governance strategy. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration

Please refer the Job description for details