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Job no: 522643
Brand: Finance, Procurement, Legal, Privacy
Work type: Full time
Location: Queensland
Categories: Information & Technology
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At Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) our purpose is to 'open up the world for those who want to see'. Every day, we give people all around the world the opportunity to experience something really amazing – travel!
As the Head of Detect and Respond you will lead FCTG's global cyber incident response efforts. In this pivotal cybersecurity role, you will oversee the creation, execution, and management of strategies, processes, and technologies to effectively detect and respond to cyber threats. Ensuring that all employees are trained and prepared to meet their cybersecurity duties, and that the organisation has robust controls and procedures to swiftly identify and address cyber incidents.
If you have 8+ year's experience in cybersecurity, specialising in incident detection and response, please apply!
Day in the life:
Provide strategic direction and leadership in developing and implementing effective detection and response strategies
Lead and coordinate incident investigations, working closely with relevant stakeholders
Stay informed about relevant cybersecurity laws, regulations, and industry standards
Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers to ensure the effectiveness of outsourced cybersecurity services and solutions
Prepare and present regular reports on the organization's incident response activities to senior management and other stakeholders
Develop and deliver training programs and awareness campaigns to educate employees about the importance of incident reporting and the proper procedures for responding to incidents
Establish relationships with external partners, as required to facilitate collaboration and information exchange during cyber incidents
Maintain a comprehensive security monitoring strategy to detect potential security incidents
Identify, deploy, and manage security monitoring tools and technologies
Integrate threat intelligence feeds and sources to enhance the FCTG ability to detect emerging threats
Proactively search for signs of hidden threats, persistent adversaries, or suspicious activities within the organization's environment through threat hunting exercises and proactive security analytics
Lead efforts to contain the spread of a security incident, isolate affected systems, and minimize further damage or unauthorised access
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external communication during the incident
Oversee the preservation of digital evidence and chain of custody procedures
Oversee the development of remediation plans to restore affected systems to a secure state
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance incident response processes, tools, and training programs
You'll be perfect for the role if you have:
8+ years in cybersecurity, specialising in incident detection and response
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM are highly desirable
Proven leadership in managing and motivating teams
Experience in SOC operations and tools like SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and threat intelligence platforms
Proficient in network security concepts and protocols
Skilled in leveraging threat intelligence to mitigate threats
Expertise in incident detection and response, digital forensics, and malware analysis
Familiar with endpoint security and cloud security principles
Knowledge of security architecture and secure development practices
Ability to anticipate threats and plan incident response
What you'll enjoy
Tick destinations off your bucket list with our discounts on travel and accommodation
Employee Share Scheme through Equate Plus
Access to in-house financial and health services, internal 24/7 gym and End-of-Trip Facility
Receive ongoing training and professional development
Closing the Gender Gap in Super Balances! FCTG paid super contributions during parental leave & top up payments when Flightie parents return to work for the first 2 years!
Preference for internal progression through Brightness of Future
Global career opportunities in a network of brands and businesses at your fingertips
Proud Corporate Social Responsibility platform through the Flight Centre Foundation, and Brighter Futures programs
Opportunity to attend global awards events, including Global Gathering (Las Vegas 2026, Bali 2026 and Lisbon 2026)
Various social events to promote networking, the celebration of wins, and sometimes just for fun!
We value you
Flight Centre Travel Group is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that supports your unique identity to create better, safer experiences for everyone. We encourage you to come as you are; to foster inclusivity and collaboration. We celebrate you.
Who we are
Since our beginning, our vision has always been to open up the world for those who want to see.
As a global travel retailer, our people come from all different backgrounds, and our connections spread to the far reaches of the globe - 20+ countries and counting! Together, we are a family (we call ourselves Flighties).
We offer genuine opportunities for people to grow and evolve. We embrace new experiences, we celebrate the wins, seize all opportunities, and empower all of our people to find their Brightness of Future.
We encourage you to DREAM BIG through collaboration and innovation, and make sure you are supported to make incredible ideas a reality. Together, we deliver quality, innovative solutions that delight our customers and achieve our strategic priorities.
Irreverence. Ownership. Egalitarianism
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Applications close: 06 Sep 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
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