Drive IT governance, risk management, and security control excellence in a leading government agency
Your new company
Our client is a leading government agency seeking a Senior IT Governance Risk & E8 Analyst to drive IT governance, risk management, and security resilience. As part of the Technology & Data Division, this role plays a key part in supporting data-enabled decision-making to help protect the Australian community. In your role you will collaborate with technology, security, risk, and audit leadership teams, ensuring robust compliance frameworks and security best practices are embedded across the organisation. This 12-month contract requires the ability to obtain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) clearance, and will be a hybrid work structure. This role is open to applicants based in Sydney or Brisbane.
Your new role
As a Senior IT Governance Risk & E8 Analyst, you will be responsible for strengthening IT governance, risk frameworks, and cybersecurity compliance across the organisation. Your key responsibilities will include:
* Developing and implementing E8 IT controls aligned with ISO, ISM, ITIL, COBIT, and NIST frameworks.
* Creating a Risk and Controls Matrix (RCM) policy and plan to assess and monitor IT security effectiveness.
* Conducting audits, reviews, and compliance assessments to enhance IT governance practices.
* Applying ITIL expertise to refine and improve IT governance and risk management processes.
* Tracking KPIs and risk metrics to generate reports on E8 security control compliance.
* Collaborating with IT, Security, Risk, and Audit teams to integrate governance controls across the organisation.
* Training and educating stakeholders on IT governance processes and risk frameworks.
What you'll need to succeed
To excel in this role, you will bring:
* 5+ years of experience in IT governance, risk management, or IT operations with a strong focus on ITIL-based processes.
* ITIL Foundation certification and expertise in security risk frameworks (ISO, ISM, Essential 8, ITIL, COBIT, NIST).
* Deep understanding of information security, infrastructure, and network governance.
* Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret security metrics and governance compliance.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement across IT governance, risk, audit, and cybersecurity leadership.
* Baseline security clearance required, with the ability to obtain NV1 before commencement.
What you'll get in return
* 12-month contract with exposure to critical government cybersecurity and risk projects.
* Lead the implementation of IT controls to enhance cybersecurity resilience.
* Work closely with leadership teams influencing strategic governance initiatives.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or reach out via email to Alana.DeLisle@hays.com.au. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.