Technology Risk Specialist
Contract Type
Permanent
Location
New South Wales, Sydney
Industry
IT
Specialisation
Security
Salary
AU$160000 - AU$190000 per annum + Super
Contact Name
Kieran Waite
Contact Email
kieran.waite@talenza.com.au
Date published
24-09-2026
Job Reference
BBBH22683
Description
A major financial organisation is seeking an experienced Tech Risk Specialist.
Join a growing Risk & Compliance team and provide independent oversight of technology risk, operational resilience and governance across a complex enterprise environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and strengthen technology risk, governance and resilience policies, processes and controls.
- Conduct technology risk assessments and support risk mitigation and remediation activities.
- Provide independent oversight and challenge across technology, cloud, data, AI and third-party risk domains.
- Perform assurance reviews and control testing to assess control effectiveness.
- Support operational resilience, business continuity and recovery capability uplift initiatives.
- Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements and industry frameworks, including APRA standards.
- Provide risk reporting, insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders and governance forums.
- Identify emerging technology risks, systemic issues and opportunities for control improvement.
- Review incidents and root cause analyses to ensure sustainable remediation outcomes.
About You
- Experience in Technology Risk, IT Risk, Operational Risk, Technology Governance, Risk & Compliance or IT Audit.
- Strong knowledge of technology risk management, cloud environments, operational resilience and governance frameworks.
- Financial industry experience is a must have
- APRA regulatory experience is highly desirable
- Experience conducting risk assessments, control assurance, testing or audit activities.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and provide effective independent challenge.
- Certifications such as CRISC, CISA, CGEIT, CCSP, CCSK or equivalent are highly regarded.