I'm working with a large Federal Government department to find an APS6 ICT Risk & Governance Officer.

Location: Canberra, ACT. This is a full time on-site position. 
Duration: This position is a 12 month non-ongoing position with 1 x 6 month extension option (with the potential for ongoing)
Security Clearance Requirements: Minimum NV1 clearance, NV2 preferred.

The ideal candidate:

• Has demonstrated experience in risk management, governance or assurance, who can confidently coordinate ICT risk activities in a complex government environment.
• Will have strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to translate complex or technical risk issues into clear, practical advice for a range of stakeholders. You are comfortable working with senior executives, understand the importance of accountability and governance, and can manage competing priorities with sound judgement.
• Will be proactive, organised and outcomes-focused, with a strong understanding of risk management principles and whole-of-government frameworks. Experience working with ICT, cyber security or enterprise risk functions, and preparing executive-level briefings, is highly desirable.
• Will also be able to think strategically, identify opportunities to improve risk and governance processes, and contribute to continuous improvement.

You will be required to:

• Lead the day-to-day coordination of the ICT risk management function, including maintaining the ICT Risk Register and supporting risk assessment and treatment processes.
• Provide high quality advice to ICT risk control owners on risk identification, controls, treatments, risk acceptance and assurance evidence.
• Coordinate ICT risk reporting and briefing materials for governance forums, including the Risk Governance Board, Executive and Audit and Risk Committee processes.
• Review and contribute to the continuous improvement of ICT risk and governance frameworks, processes and reporting artefacts to ensure they remain fit-for-purpose.
• Analyse ICT risk trends, emerging issues and control effectiveness to inform executive decision-making and support continuous improvement.
• Track risk treatments, actions and commitments, following up with stakeholders and escalating issues where required.
• Contribute to the coordination of ministerial and executive taskings.
• Support compliance with relevant legislation, policies and frameworks, including the PGPA Act, PSPF, ISM and other whole-of-government requirements.
• Contribute to ICT governance artefacts, guidance and templates, and support assurance activities, audits and reviews relating to ICT risk and governance.
• Build and maintain productive relationships across ICT, cyber security and business areas, promoting early engagement and a positive, risk-aware culture.

To have your application considered, you will:

• Be an Australian citizen
• Have a minimum NV1 security clearance
  

If this position sounds of interest to you, please APPLY NOW! For more information, please contact Aimee Goff on 02 •••• •520 or via email on aimee.goff @igniteco .com







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