Job description
Our client, a large Australian financial institution, is seeking a proactive and experienced Technology & Cyber Risk Audit Senior Manager to join their evolving audit and assurance function. This position is ideal for an individual with a strong background in technology risk, control frameworks, and cyber security, who can manage a diverse audit portfolio and guide a high-performing team.
About the Role
As a Technology & Cyber Risk Audit Senior Manager, you will interact directly with various business units and assurance teams to enhance the organisation's cyber risk auditing capability. You will plan, execute, and oversee independent reviews of technology controls, ensuring they are effectively mitigating cyber risks and adhering to industry guidelines. An essential aspect of the role is to thoroughly document audit findings, conclusions, and recommendations in accordance with internal standards and regulatory expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and assess key technology and cyber risks within the audit portfolio.
- Lead the delivery of audits and risk reviews, evaluating control frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure robust risk mitigation.
- Provide clear, concise audit reports and recommendations that inform senior decision-makers and influence strategic outcomes.
- Collaborate closely with subject matter experts across technology, compliance, and data risk, as well as with business stakeholders, to maintain alignment on best practices.
- Monitor emerging trends, issues, and regulatory changes, incorporating these insights into continuous monitoring and reporting frameworks.
- Play a pivotal role in team leadership, mentoring team members, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the audit function.
About You:
- At least 7 years' experience in technology and cyber risk management, audit, or assurance roles.
- Strong knowledge of APRA guidelines (including CPS234), privacy principles, and global cyber risk standards.
- Demonstrated expertise in enterprise risk frameworks, governance metrics, and associated reporting.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills, with the ability to present complex findings to a range of audiences.
- Proven capability in leading and developing audit teams, and solving complex issues through root cause analysis.
- Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Alteryx) and data risk management audits is highly desirable.
- Background in financial services is beneficial, though not mandatory.
Career Development:
This role offers significant growth opportunities. High performers will have the chance to lead larger-scale engagements, influence broader strategic initiatives, and develop advanced leadership and technical auditing skills.
If you are looking to contribute to a forward-thinking environment and further your career in the technology audit and risk domain, we encourage you to apply.
To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact James Bertollo on 02 9464 5750 or email [email protected] and quote the above job reference number.
Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.