Job Description
See yourself in our team
Group Security within the Technology division of CommBank leads the safeguarding of the Group through Resilience, Cyber, Fraud and Recovery programs and services.
A diverse team, our Operational Resilience team plans for and retains the ability to respond and recover from major disruptive risk events including safety and security events, technology, cyber and/or privacy issues.
The Senior Manager BCP Testing and BCM reports to the Executive Manager Operational Resilience who reports into the Group Security, Resilience Lead.
Do work that matters
As Senior Manager in the Operational Resilience team focused on Scenario Analysis and Testing, you will work with our business, technology, cyber and service continuity crews to identify and analyse severe, but plausible, disruption scenarios, then help facilitate business continuity plan tests to stress our critical operations end-to-end. This will require partnering with and complementing the full range of resilience disciplines including Technology, Business Continuity, Crisis Management, IT Service Management, Cyber Security and Operational Risk Teams.
In any given day of the week your responsibilities will include providing day to day and project leadership for:
Leading identification of severe, but plausible, disruption scenarios to help plan and execute end-to-end exercises and tests of our Critical Operations (COs)
Ensuring alignment between teams and systems, including between Operational Resilience, Technology, IT Service Recovery and Supplier Governance
Identifying enhancements to our Business Continuity Management toolset
Assisting in the development of BCP tests, exercise injects, delivery and reporting to increase of resilience posture across the Bank’s Critical Operations
Developing, building and providing insights and reporting on gaps, issues and compliance performance.
Being flexible and assisting with any other resilience activities needed to respond to challenges
Managing team activities and milestones in Jira, operating in an agile way of working
We are interested in hearing from people who have:
A broad perspective on Operational Resilience including an interest in any, or several of the resilience disciplines - i.e., Technology Resilience, Business Continuity and Crisis Management, IT Service Continuity Management, Cyber Security, Supply Chain Resilience and Operational RiskAn established reputation for being a strong team player
Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage complex information into something clear, concise and consumable
Diligent stakeholder management and problem-solving skills, able to work with ambiguity, unblock and drive outcomes
A passion for Operational Resilience and safeguarding our customers, businesses and stakeholders
An interest in Operational Risk Management, incident response or program management
Experience in agile ways of working / pace, including the ability to independently manage team and project JIRA boards, identify and escalate dependencies, execution risks, actions, issues and decisions
Risk Mindset – All CommBank employees are expected to proactively identify and understand, openly discuss and act on current and future risks
Working with us:
Whether you’re passionate about customer service, driven by data, or called by creativity, a career with CommBank is for you.
Here, you’ll thrive. You’ll be supported when faced with challenges and empowered to tackle new opportunities. You’ll be empowered to do your best work and be given a choice about when and where that work happens. We really love working here, and we think you will too.
If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including Bankwest, x15ventures), you'll need to apply through Sidekick to submit a valid application. We’re keen to support you with the next step in your career.
We're aware of some accessibility issues on this site, particularly for screen reader users. We want to make finding your dream job as easy as possible, so if you require additional support please contact HR Direct on 1800XXXXXX.
Advertising End Date: 18/07/2026
Group Security within the Technology division of CommBank leads the safeguarding of the Group through Resilience, Cyber, Fraud and Recovery programs and services.
A diverse team, our Operational Resilience team plans for and retains the ability to respond and recover from major disruptive risk events including safety and security events, technology, cyber and/or privacy issues.
The Senior Manager BCP Testing and BCM reports to the Executive Manager Operational Resilience who reports into the Group Security, Resilience Lead.
Do work that matters
As Senior Manager in the Operational Resilience team focused on Scenario Analysis and Testing, you will work with our business, technology, cyber and service continuity crews to identify and analyse severe, but plausible, disruption scenarios, then help facilitate business continuity plan tests to stress our critical operations end-to-end. This will require partnering with and complementing the full range of resilience disciplines including Technology, Business Continuity, Crisis Management, IT Service Management, Cyber Security and Operational Risk Teams.
In any given day of the week your responsibilities will include providing day to day and project leadership for:
Leading identification of severe, but plausible, disruption scenarios to help plan and execute end-to-end exercises and tests of our Critical Operations (COs)
Ensuring alignment between teams and systems, including between Operational Resilience, Technology, IT Service Recovery and Supplier Governance
Identifying enhancements to our Business Continuity Management toolset
Assisting in the development of BCP tests, exercise injects, delivery and reporting to increase of resilience posture across the Bank’s Critical Operations
Developing, building and providing insights and reporting on gaps, issues and compliance performance.
Being flexible and assisting with any other resilience activities needed to respond to challenges
Managing team activities and milestones in Jira, operating in an agile way of working
We are interested in hearing from people who have:
A broad perspective on Operational Resilience including an interest in any, or several of the resilience disciplines - i.e., Technology Resilience, Business Continuity and Crisis Management, IT Service Continuity Management, Cyber Security, Supply Chain Resilience and Operational RiskAn established reputation for being a strong team player
Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage complex information into something clear, concise and consumable
Diligent stakeholder management and problem-solving skills, able to work with ambiguity, unblock and drive outcomes
A passion for Operational Resilience and safeguarding our customers, businesses and stakeholders
An interest in Operational Risk Management, incident response or program management
Experience in agile ways of working / pace, including the ability to independently manage team and project JIRA boards, identify and escalate dependencies, execution risks, actions, issues and decisions
Risk Mindset – All CommBank employees are expected to proactively identify and understand, openly discuss and act on current and future risks
Working with us:
Whether you’re passionate about customer service, driven by data, or called by creativity, a career with CommBank is for you.
Here, you’ll thrive. You’ll be supported when faced with challenges and empowered to tackle new opportunities. You’ll be empowered to do your best work and be given a choice about when and where that work happens. We really love working here, and we think you will too.
If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including Bankwest, x15ventures), you'll need to apply through Sidekick to submit a valid application. We’re keen to support you with the next step in your career.
We're aware of some accessibility issues on this site, particularly for screen reader users. We want to make finding your dream job as easy as possible, so if you require additional support please contact HR Direct on 1800XXXXXX.
Advertising End Date: 18/07/2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Manager, Operational Resilience position is now open for candidates interested in the Bank Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Bank Jobs is a plus.