Senior Risk Lead, Technology Service Infrastructure
At AustralianSuper, we truly care about our colleagues. We know work and life are intertwined. That's why we support the diverse needs of everyone and have policies that enable us all to thrive and be truly flexible. We ensure diversity is celebrated for the opportunity it provides us all to learn and grow and deliver better outcomes for members.We are dedicated to building a high-performance environment underpinned by a strong risk culture, ensuring we deliver the best outcomes for our members.
Your New Role
In this role, you will act as the Line 2 subject matter expert for systems risk, supporting oversight of technology infrastructure, platforms, cloud services, networks, modern workplace platforms, enterprise service management (such as major incidents management), operational resilience, disaster recovery, and technology service providers.
You will work closely with Technology Risk Custodians, Domain Risk Officers, Business Risk Owners and senior technology leaders to ensure technology risks are appropriately identified, assessed, managed and reported.
You will support the continued uplift of technology risk management practices, helping embed the new Risk Taxonomy, strengthen governance forums, support regulator readiness and enhance risk reporting across critical technology services and operations.
Key duties include but not limited to;
Implement a Line 2 operating model to oversight Line 1 risk in the Technology, Digital and Data business unit.
Act as a senior Line 2 advisor and independent challenger for Systems Risk across Technology, Digital and Data.
Provide oversight of technology infrastructure, cloud platforms, networks, service management capabilities and associated technology operations.
Review and challenge risk assessments, control assessments and treatment plans relating to Systems Risk.
Oversee risks relating to system availability, recoverability and resilience.
Provide independent challenge over major technology change initiatives and transformation programs.
Prepare and deliver high-quality risk reporting for management forums, executive committees and Board committees.
Build trusted relationships across Line 1, Line 2 and Line 3 stakeholders.
What You'll Need
Hold an accreditation in Risk Management from a recognised body like Risk Management Institute of Australasia (RMIA) or Governance Institute of Australia (GIA), or be willing to obtain one after joining AustralianSuper.
Understanding of CPS 230 Operational Risk Management.
Tertiary qualification in Technology, Information Systems, Risk, Business, Commerce or related discipline.
10+ years' experience in technology risk, operational risk, technology assurance, IT audit or related fields.
Strong understanding of technology risk management frameworks and practices.
Demonstrated experience across infrastructure, cloud, networks, service management or disaster recoveryExperience conducting risk assessments, control reviews, incident reviews and assurance activities.
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing capabilities, with strong written communication skills and experience preparing executive and Board-level reporting.
Life at AustralianSuper
AustralianSuper is committed to colleague development, and we support our people with ongoing learning, coaching and training, as well as career opportunities across our expanding global organisation. We offer generous leave entitlements and promote a blended working environment in which all roles can flex, and we're happy to discuss what this looks like for you.
We cultivate a workplace that champions safety, respect, inclusiveness and diversity. We are committed to supporting our diverse workforce in a way that is inclusive and embraces diversity in all its forms. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please let our recruitment team know.
What's Next
Apply now, if you share our values of Energy, Integrity, Generosity of Spirit and Excellent Outcomes and would like the opportunity to work in a challenging, growing and rapidly evolving team to deliver outstanding results.
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Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status is required.
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