Security Risk and Compliance Manager

  • Australia
  • Melbourne
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable
  • Permanent Position – Government Agency
  • CBD Location – Hybrid Working Environment
  • VPS6 – $130,673 – 174,869 + super

The role:

Our Victorian Government client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Security Risk and Assurance Manager to join their Information Management and Technology Division (IMTD).

This pivotal role will provide the Information Security Director with assurance that the Division’s security risks, and compliance obligations are effectively identified and managed. The successful candidate will be instrumental in developing the Department’s ICT security risk framework and coordinating audit activities within the Division.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Establish and govern security risk structures and processes to support effective security risk decisions across the department’s portfolio.
  • Consult with staff and management to map existing processes, identify potential risks, and design assurance programs
  • Creating precise scoping documents, audit and risk reports, briefings, and correspondence to communicate security risk and audit findings effectively
  • Supervising the comprehensive annual reporting of the VPDSF (Virtual Private Data Secure Framework) for both educational institutions and corporate entities.
  • Facilitate security governance forums and committees
  • Supervise a team consisting of six members

In carrying out these responsibilities, you will:

  • Strong experience working in the Risk and Assurance space (preferably in the government sector)
  • Consult and collaborate with internal risk and assurance teams and 3rd party auditors
  • Experience leading and managing a small team in the Risk and Assurance space
  • Align with and comply with the department’s risk frameworks and standard
  • Support staff with security risk management and assurance initiatives
  • Strong understanding of information security controls and ISMS standards such as ISO 27001/2, CobIT, and CRISC
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and able to build trust and rapport quickly

What’s in it for you:

  • Permanent Position – Government Agency
  • CBD Location – Hybrid Working Environment
  • VPS6 – $130,673 – 174,869 + super

Apply today to secure an interview or for more information call Sarah Jordan on 03 9236 7765 for more information.

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