Sydney, New South Wales, Australia,January 2025 – Bianca Wirth has joined Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), bringing extensive experience in cybersecurity leadership, technology risk management, and digital transformation. In her new role, Bianca will be responsible for strengthening APRA’s cybersecurity posture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and implementing security strategies that safeguard Australia’s financial system.
Prior to joining APRA, Bianca Wirth served as Cluster Chief Information Security Officer at the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, where she led a cybersecurity team supporting 18,500 employees and managed large-scale security transformation programs.
Before that, she was Deputy CISO & Head of Security Assurance, Risk & Education at Tabcorp, where she was responsible for security governance and risk management across the organization.
Bianca also held a leadership role at KPMG Australia as Director of Cyber Security, where she led the National Security Strategy & Governance Practice and provided strategic cybersecurity advisory services to various industries, helping organizations align with security standards such as ISO 27001, PCI DSS, APRA CPS 234, and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
Beyond corporate leadership, Bianca has been an influential speaker at various cybersecurity forums, including RSA United States, Hack.Sydney, Microsoft AI Tour, and AusCERT, contributing to discussions on AI governance, security awareness, and cyber risk mitigation. She has also served as an industry advisor at UNSW, shaping cybersecurity education for future professionals.
About Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) is the regulator of Australia’s financial services industry, overseeing banks, credit unions, insurance companies, and superannuation funds. APRA is committed to maintaining the stability, efficiency, and security of the financial system, ensuring that financial institutions meet their obligations to the Australian public. The agency plays a critical role in establishing and enforcing prudential standards, focusing on resilience, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance.
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