Governance Assurance Specialist

Bureau of Meteorology; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bureau of Meteorology is seeking a Governance Assurance Specialist at Executive Level 2 to lead governance, assurance, compliance and risk management across Information Technology Services. The role provides second-line oversight and ensures controls are effective and evidence-based, aligning with public sector frameworks.

With independence and strategic influence, you will support senior executives in decision-making, focusing on COBIT, ISO/IEC 27001 and the Three Lines Model to deliver

Job description

The Governance Assurance Specialist is an Executive Level 2 Lower senior specialist role that leads governance, assurance, compliance and risk management activities across Information Technology Services. The role establishes, maintains and continuously improves governance frameworks, assurance practices, risk controls and compliance processes that provide senior leaders with clear visibility of governance performance, risk exposure, control effectiveness and compliance obligations in a public sector environment.

Working independently from commercial contract management functions, the Governance Assurance Specialist provides objective, evidence-based oversight of governance effectiveness, operational and project delivery controls, risk management practices, policy compliance and regulatory obligations. The role exercises sound judgement, discretion and professional expertise in complex, sensitive or ambiguous matters.

The position supports informed, transparent and accountable senior executive decision-making by providing assurance that technology services, sourcing activities and strategic investments are delivered within approved governance frameworks, supported by effective controls and appropriate evidence. The role operates with a high degree of independence and influence, providing second-line oversight, challenge and assurance aligned with recognised industry practice including COBIT, ISO/IEC 27001 and the Three Lines Model.

At its core, the role provides senior executive assurance that IT Services is managing risks, complying with policies and operating effective governance controls across services, projects, sourcing activities and technology investments, consistent with APS values, public sector stewardship and accountable use of public resources