Senior GRC Consultant: Lead Risk & Compliance Projects

Accenture PLC; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

18 weeks paid parental leave

Long & short-term career break options

Structured career development program

Local and international career options

Family Inclusive Workplace™

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Senior Consultant – GRC to deliver governance, risk and compliance projects for diverse clients in Australia. You will lead complex initiatives, mentor junior staff, and build strong client relationships while aligning with Accenture's values.

The role requires solid frameworks knowledge (NIST, PCI DSS, ISM), stellar communication, and the ability to translate risks into practical controls. A Bachelor in cyber security or related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level qualification in cyber security or related field.
• Experience with governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to lead projects and mentor junior consultants.

Responsibilities

• Lead governance, risk and compliance projects for clients.
• Identify cybersecurity risks and provide actionable remediation.
• Prepare high-quality reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with sales, solutions and marketing teams to support opportunities.
• Mentor consultants and drive quality outcomes.

Skills

Governance, Risk and Compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Leadership / mentoring

Cybersecurity risk management

Education

Bachelor level tertiary qualification in cyber security, forensics, or similar field

Tools

NIST

ISM

PCI DSS

Essential Eight

PSPF

Job description

Accenture is seeking a Senior Consultant – GRC to deliver governance, risk and compliance projects for diverse clients in Australia. You will lead complex initiatives, mentor junior staff, and build strong client relationships while aligning with Accenture's values.

The role requires solid frameworks knowledge (NIST, PCI DSS, ISM), stellar communication, and the ability to translate risks into practical controls. A Bachelor in cyber security or related field is preferred.