The Technology and Information Security Risk Consultant, as part of the Program Delivery Practice, is accountable for the identification, assessment and reporting on information security and technology risks across the technology stream providing direction on effective trade-off of cost versus risk, influencing informed management decisions. A crucial element of this role is working with senior executives, Risk, IT and line-of-business managers to influence decisions on acceptable levels of risk delivered by projects.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Provide specialist technology risk consultancy and assessment services to manage the Information Security and Technology risks, underlying threats and vulnerabilities across the project portfolio.
2. Influence leaders in Risk, IT, Project Managers and Business to deliver appropriate risk reduction activities within projects that are aligned to the business risk appetite and strategic direction.
3. Ensure strong governance of risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle in line with the Project methodology, in particular adherence to the requirements of the respective project stage gates.
4. Analyse all new products/services concepts and proposals, providing early advice to senior leaders on potential non-compliance to relevant Government and industry compliance requirements to influence design decisions.
5. Partner with project leaders to implement strategic and industry best practice solutions to mitigate risks.
6. Maintain a strong understanding of current industry directions and best practice relating to IT controls, Cloud and third party management, information security and data protection, risk management and regulatory compliance by attending industry forums, participating in Whole of Victorian Government forums, participating in communities of interest etc.
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**HOW TO APPLY**:
Please submit your resume (in MS Word Format) for consideration via the link below. A cover letter demonstrating your relevant experience may also be reviewed.
Your interest will be treated in the strictest of confidence.