Paul Politakis
About Paul Politakis
Paul Politakis serves as the Global Head of Security Operational Governance and Controls at QBE Insurance, where he aligns business priorities with cybersecurity measures. With over twenty years of experience in cyber security and risk management, he has held various leadership roles at Commonwealth Bank and specializes in Governance Risk and Compliance.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Paul Politakis has served as the Global Head of Security Operational Governance and Controls at QBE Insurance since 2019. In this role, he focuses on aligning business priorities with cyber security measures. He works to ensure that the organization adheres to regulatory requirements while maintaining its risk appetite. His leadership aims to inspire and guide diverse teams of security professionals to achieve effective cyber security outcomes.
Previous Roles at Commonwealth Bank
Prior to his current position, Paul Politakis held several roles at Commonwealth Bank. He acted as the General Manager of the Digital Protection Group for five months in 2016, overseeing operations in Sydney and Perth. In 2017, he served as the Executive Business Information Security Officer for nine months. Additionally, from 2015 to 2017, he was the Executive Manager of Group Cyber Governance, where he contributed to the bank's cyber security strategy.
Education and Expertise
Paul Politakis studied at Macquarie Graduate School of Management, where he completed a Diploma in Technology Management and achieved a Post Graduate qualification from 1999 to 2000. He specializes in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), with extensive experience in deploying GRC tooling, processes, and teams across large enterprise environments and their supply chains.
Background in Cyber Security
With over twenty years of experience in cyber security and risk management consulting, Paul Politakis has established a strong background in the financial services sector in Australia. His expertise includes influencing executive stakeholders and ensuring organizational adherence to cyber security measures that protect the organization's reputation.