Matthew Osborne
About Matthew Osborne
Matthew Osborne serves as the Group Head of Cyber Risk at QBE Insurance, where he has been employed since 2023. He has extensive experience in risk management, having held various positions at Allianz and Commonwealth Bank, among others, focusing on technology risk and compliance.
Current Position at QBE Insurance Group
Matthew Osborne serves as the Group Head of Cyber Risk at QBE Insurance, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he plays a critical part in embedding QBE’s Enterprise Risk Management framework across Group Technology Services and the Chief Information Security Office. He conducts in-depth analyses of key cyber security risk areas to enhance risk management practices. His responsibilities also include providing strategic advice on emerging cyber security risks and risk mitigation strategies.
Previous Experience at Allianz
Prior to his current role, Osborne worked at Allianz as the General Manager of Technology Risk & Risk in Change from 2019 to 2023. During his four years in this position, he was based in Sydney, Australia, where he focused on managing technology-related risks and implementing changes to improve risk management processes.
Career at Commonwealth Bank
Matthew Osborne has extensive experience at Commonwealth Bank, where he held several positions over a span of nearly a decade. His roles included Manager Operating Environment, Senior Manager Risk & Compliance, Manager IT Risk & Compliance, and Executive Business Information Security Officer. His tenure at Commonwealth Bank allowed him to develop a strong foundation in risk management and compliance within the financial services sector.
Technical Background and Early Career
Osborne began his career in technology, working as a Technical Architect at Westpac Banking Corporation from 1992 to 1999. He also served as a Microsoft Technologies Consultant at TSG and held various roles at Kelloggs. His early experiences in technical architecture and consulting have contributed to his expertise in managing cyber risk and technology risk.
Education and Qualifications
Matthew Osborne studied at TAFE NSW, where he achieved a Diploma in Finance, General from 2006 to 2007. This educational background has equipped him with essential financial knowledge that complements his extensive experience in risk management and cyber security.