Senior Internal Audit Lead — Networks & Technology

Singtel Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly credit

Product discounts on Optus

Flexible work arrangements

On-site facilities and campus

Parental leave

Job summary

Optus is seeking an Associate Director, Internal Audit – Networks & Technology, responsible for independent, risk-based assurance across Networks & Technology. You will lead complex audits of telecommunications networks, cyber security, data governance and technology infrastructure, delivering evidence-based outcomes and actionable assurance to senior leaders.

You will develop risk-based audit plans, oversee portfolio-level assurance, and mentor audit professionals, partnering with

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Internal Audit, Technology Risk, Cyber Security Assurance or related assurance disciplines.
• Experience leading complex audits across technology and operational environments.
• Strong ability to translate complex technical risks into business implications for senior leaders.
• Proven stakeholder engagement and communication skills across multiple functions.
• Big 4 consulting background in Technology Risk, IT Audit, Cyber Security or related advisory is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex audits across networks, technology infrastructure and cyber security.
• Develop risk-based audit plans aligned with emerging tech, cyber and regulatory risks.
• Provide independent challenge and quality oversight of audit activities and reporting.
• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across Technology, Cyber Security, Risk and Compliance.
• Coach and develop audit professionals while driving methodological improvements.

Skills

Internal Audit

Technology Risk

Cyber Security Assurance

Stakeholder Engagement

Big 4 Experience

Job description

Optus is seeking an Associate Director, Internal Audit – Networks & Technology, responsible for independent, risk-based assurance across Networks & Technology. You will lead complex audits of telecommunications networks, cyber security, data governance and technology infrastructure, delivering evidence-based outcomes and actionable assurance to senior leaders.

You will develop risk-based audit plans, oversee portfolio-level assurance, and mentor audit professionals, partnering with