Senior Manager - Technology Risk - Financial Services

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Eight weeks flex leave

Gender-neutral paid parental leave

Job summary

EY is seeking a Senior Manager in Technology Risk for Financial Services in Sydney. You will lead complex engagements, engage senior stakeholders, and shape our approach to technology risk assurance and advisory services. The role offers hybrid work in Sydney and potential flexible hours.

You will manage client relationships, mentor teams, contribute to thought leadership, and collaborate across EY service lines to deliver value in financial services technology risk.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Technology Risk with a track record in complex IT environments.
• CISA, CISSP or equivalent certifications demonstrated commitment to the field.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and strong IT governance knowledge.
• Understanding of APRA CPS 230/234 and operational resilience in financial services.
• Experience advising senior technology leaders and managing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex Technology Risk engagements including external IT audit support and regulatory reviews.
• Advise senior technology leaders to prioritise and address current and emerging risks.
• Grow client relationships and identify opportunities across Financial Services Assurance.
• Collaborate across EY service lines to marshal the right capabilities for clients.
• Mentor people, build capability, and drive team performance through coaching.
• Contribute to thought leadership and go-to-market activities for Financial Services.

Skills

Technology Risk

CISA/CISSP

IT audit

Stakeholder comms

Client relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Senior Manager - Technology Risk - Financial Services

Location: Sydney

Other locations: Primary Location Only

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Senior Manager - Technology Risk - Financial Services

The opportunity

As our Senior Manager, you will possess a deep understanding of the latest technology risk trends and regulations, coupled with exceptional communication skills to engage effectively with senior client stakeholders. As a leader in our Financial Services Technology Risk practice, you will play an integral role in shaping our approach to technology risk assurance and advisory engagements and in fostering a culture of inclusion, innovation and continuous improvement.

This is a hybrid position based in Warrang – Sydney. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex Technology Risk engagements, including external audit IT support, regulatory compliance reviews (CPS 234 and CPS 230), IT internal audit, information security risk assessments and controls testing, AI governance, risk and control assessments, and controls assurance reports (e.g., SOC 1, SOC 2, ASAE 3150, and GS 007).
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior-level technology leaders and business stakeholders, to help them understand, prioritise and address current and emerging technology risks.
• Manage and grow client relationships, identify opportunities to better serve clients and support business development activities across Financial Services Assurance.
• Partner across EY service lines and teams to bring the right capabilities together for our clients.
• Lead and mentor our people, build capability within Technology Risk, support our people’s development and drive team performance through recruitment, coaching, training and team culture.
• Contribute to Technology Risk practice development including thought leadership, go-to-market activity, solution development and Financial Services sector offerings.

Skills and attributes for success

• 7+ years of experience in Technology Risk, with a proven track record in assessing complex IT environments.
• Relevant Technology Risk qualifications (e.g., CISA, CISSP, or equivalent) that demonstrate your commitment to the field.
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field,
• In-depth knowledge of IT audit methodology, financial services regulations, Technology Risk management, and IT governance and controls.
• Familiarity with APRA prudential standards (e.g. CPS 230, CPS 234) and their application to Technology Risk, operational resilience and risk management practices. A result orientated and commercially client focused mindset.
• Understanding of and experience in operational resilience within financial services, including critical operations, tolerance for disruption, and risks arising from third-party dependencies.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. We’re proud to be recognised as the #1 WORK180 Endorsed Employer in the Top 101 Employers for Women 2026. Learn more .

• Career development:At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
• Flexible work arrangements:Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package:From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/au/benefits

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