Technology Risk Specialist

Talenza; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Talenza in Sydney seeks an experienced Tech Risk Specialist to provide independent oversight of technology risk, governance and resilience across a complex enterprise.

You will review policies, conduct risk assessments, support remediation, and report to senior stakeholders with emphasis on cloud, data, AI and third‑party risk, aligned to APRA standards and financial industry requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in Technology Risk, IT Risk, and IT Audit.
• Strong knowledge of risk management across cloud, data, AI and third‑party risk.
• Financial industry experience and APRA familiarity are valued.

Responsibilities

• Review and strengthen technology risk, governance and resilience policies, processes and controls.
• Conduct technology risk assessments and support risk mitigation and remediation activities.
• Provide independent oversight across technology, cloud, data, AI and third‑party risk domains.
• Perform assurance reviews and control testing to assess control effectiveness.
• Support operational resilience, business continuity and recovery capability uplift initiatives.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements and industry frameworks, including APRA standards.
• Provide risk reporting, insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders and governance forums.
• Identify emerging technology risks and opportunities for control improvement.
• Review incidents and root cause analyses to ensure sustainable remediation outcomes.

Skills

Technology risk

IT risk

Operational risk

Technology governance

Risk & Compliance

IT audit

Stakeholder influence

Education

CRISC

CISA

CGEIT

CCSP

CCSK

Job description

A major financial organisation is seeking an experienced Tech Risk Specialist.
Join a growing Risk & Compliance team and provide independent oversight of technology risk, operational resilience and governance across a complex enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and strengthen technology risk, governance and resilience policies, processes and controls.
• Conduct technology risk assessments and support risk mitigation and remediation activities.
• Provide independent oversight and challenge across technology, cloud, data, AI and third-party risk domains.
• Perform assurance reviews and control testing to assess control effectiveness.
• Support operational resilience, business continuity and recovery capability uplift initiatives.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements and industry frameworks, including APRA standards.
• Provide risk reporting, insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders and governance forums.
• Identify emerging technology risks, systemic issues and opportunities for control improvement.
• Review incidents and root cause analyses to ensure sustainable remediation outcomes.

About You

• Experience in Technology Risk, IT Risk, Operational Risk, Technology Governance, Risk & Compliance or IT Audit.
• Strong knowledge of technology risk management, cloud environments, operational resilience and governance frameworks.
• Financial industry experience is a must have
• APRA regulatory experience is highly desirable
• Experience conducting risk assessments, control assurance, testing or audit activities.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and provide effective independent challenge.
• Certifications such as CRISC, CISA, CGEIT, CCSP, CCSK or equivalent are highly regarded.