Job description

IT Risk Manager
6-month initial contract |Chance for Extension
Well-known Australian brand

We're working with a well-established Australian organisation seeking an IT Risk Manager to join their team on an initial 6-month contract. This is a hands-on delivery role , not a people management or leadership position.
You'll work across IT and Cyber Risk , partnering closely with technology, security, and business stakeholders to identify, assess, and mitigate risk. The role is primarily Line 1 , with exposure to Line 2 activities.

What you'll be doing:
Conduct day-to-day IT and Cyber Risk Assessments
Support risk mitigation activities and escalate emerging risks where required
Build and maintain risk dashboards& reporting
Strengthen and maintain IT controls frameworks, policies, standards, and guidelines
Act as the key point of contact for IT and security audits
Coordinate audit activity and evidence collection




Track findings and remediation actions
Liaise across technology, security, and business teams to drive risk ownership
Facilitate risk discussions and workshops with stakeholders
Document and manage third-party and vendor risk assessments
Maintain accurate risk and control documentation within GRC tools

What we're looking for
Proven experience in an IT Risk, Cyber Risk, or Technology Risk role
Solid understanding of IT controls frameworks
Experience supporting or coordinating security and IT audits
Ability to translate risk into clear, practical insights for stakeholders
Comfortable working in a hands-on, delivery-focused role
Experience with third-party risk management highly regarded
Solid communication and stakeholder engagement skills

📌 It Risk Manager Sydney
🏢 Leading
📍 Sydney