Controls Management, Specialist

Core Responsibilities:

• Perform cybersecurity control testing and assurance activities to assess control design and operating effectiveness.

• Support and enhance Continuous Controls Monitoring (CCM) capabilities through automation and analytics.

• Identify control gaps, recommend remediation actions, and track improvements.

• Develop metrics, dashboards, and reporting to provide actionable risk insights.

• Partner with security, technology, compliance, and business stakeholders to strengthen the control environment.

• Support security policy, standards, regulatory, and audit-related activities.

• Contribute to control modernization and GRC transformation initiatives.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, controls assurance, audit, risk management, compliance, or related disciplines.

• Experience conducting control testing, assessments, and walkthroughs within a regulated environment.

• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, ISO 27002, CIS Controls, and COBIT.

• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Preferences:

• Experience with Continuous Controls Monitoring (CCM), control automation, and data-driven assurance programs.

• Knowledge of AI governance, AI risk management, and AI-related regulatory requirements.

• Experience using GRC Platforms such as Archer, or similar technologies.

• Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, CIA, or CPA preferred.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

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.