Associate Director

Office of the Auditor General; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Long service leave

Public Service Holidays

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Office of the Auditor General in Western Australia seeks an Associate Director to lead audits of information systems, cyber security, cloud services and data governance across government. You will guide audit teams, review judgements and deliver high-quality reporting to inform Parliament and drive improvement.

A passion for developing people and leading technical teams is essential. This permanent, full-time role offers the chance to shape public sector assurance, advance careers, and work with

Qualifications

• Extensive experience conducting audits or assessments of information technology and cyber security.
• Sound judgement in assessing evidence, risks, controls and audit findings.
• Experience leading technical or professional teams to deliver outcomes.
• Commitment to coaching and developing team members.
• Ability to think strategically and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits of information security, cloud services and data governance.
• Guide audit teams through complex technical issues.
• Support high-quality reporting and judgments for Parliament.
• Drive continuous improvement across government information systems.

Skills

Information technology

Cyber security

Risk assessment

Audit leadership

Coaching & development

Job description

Help strengthen public sector accountability through technology assurance Lead audits of information and cyber security, emerging technology and system implementations that inform Parliament and drive improvement across government.

• Are you an experienced information technology, cyber security, risk or audit professional looking for work with purpose?
• Are you a leader with a focus on developing people and delivering high-quality results?

Join the Office of the Auditor General (OAG) and play a pivotal role in strengthening public trust in government. As an Associate Director in our Information Systems Audit team, you’ll lead audits of some of Western Australia’s most critical digital systems, providing independent assurance that informs Parliament and the public, and helps drive improvement across government. This is a unique opportunity to combine technical expertise, strategic thinking and leadership while working at the forefront of emerging technology risks, cyber security, data governance and digital transformation.

About the role

Reporting to the Senior Director, you will guide audit teams through complex technical issues, review key judgments and support high-quality reporting. You will lead audits work across areas such as information and cyber security, cloud services, identity and access management, system implementations, data governance, business continuity, and other emerging technology risks affecting the Western Australian public sector.

Who we’re looking for

• extensive experience conducting audits or assessments of information technology, systems governance and cyber security
• sound judgement in assessing evidence, risks, controls and audit findings
• experience leading technical or professional teams to deliver high-quality outcomes
• a passion for coaching and developing team members to build their information systems audit, cyber and data assurance capability
• the ability to think strategically, identify emerging trends and drive continuous improvement

If you’re looking for a role that combines leadership, technical challenge and a genuine public purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

We currently have one, full-time, permanent position available. This process may also be used to fill other “similar” vacancies (permanent, fixed term, full-time or part time) within 12 months of the date of completion of the recruitment process.

Other important position and recruitment information

Throughout this process you will be assessed against all the Position Responsibilities and Suitability Requirements as per the JDF. The OAG prioritizes permanent employment to support workforce stability and meet current and future workforce needs. All applicants applying for permanent positions are required to be Australian Citizens or permanent residents at the time of applying. To meet the requirements for fixed term opportunities, you must be able to provide evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia at the time of applying. The OAG conducts employment screening for successful applicants including national police clearance. An Australian Government Security Clearance may be undertaken if required for the role.

Why work for OAG

At the OAG, your work makes a genuine difference. Every audit contributes to better outcomes for Western Australians by improving transparency, accountability and performance across the public sector. We are an inclusive workplace that genuinely values diversity of thought, perspective and experience. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, youth and other individuals from all diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace to ensure all employees can contribute and thrive. Our commitment to diversity is reflected not only in our values, but in the way we work.

• specialised training and development to support your continuing professional development requirements
• up to an additional four weeks’ leave per year through flexible working arrangements
• 13 weeks’ long service leave after seven years
• up to three Public Service Holidays per year
• cultural leave
• prioritising your fitness and wellbeing with Fitness Passport , which provides discounted access to a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centres for employees and their families.

We offer flexible work arrangements, generous leave options, and a range of additional employment benefits designed to help staff balance work, family, and other commitments.

You can find out more about what we do by visiting our website , and don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn. This opportunity closes on Friday, 06 November 2026 at 12 noon (WST). Late applications will not be accepted. For technical difficulties, please email [e-mail] (do not send applications).