IT Governance, Risk

IT Governance, Risk & Compliance Specialist Job Reference: Digital & Technology Solutions (DTS) Are you driven by the excitement of navigating the ever-evolving landscape of technology and innovation while ensuring robust governance and risk management practices? Our Digital & Technology Solutions (DTS) team is harnessing the power of leading platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft, and ServiceNow to deliver cutting‑edge digital experiences for our students and staff. This is an opportunity to shape the future of education while safeguarding against potential risks, ensuring the seamless integration of cutting‑edge technologies into our strategic vision. If you enjoy technology, transformation, continual innovation, and change, we extend a warm invitation to join our forward‑thinking team. Be a driving force in our journey of evolution at Curtin University About the role As an IT Governance, Risk & Compliance Specialist, you will support the execution of strategic initiatives within DTS by embedding a strong proactive risk culture and acting as a trusted advisor to the management and leadership team. You will be committed to continuous improvement, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing effective change. Key Responsibilities Conduct Governance Framework audit and assurance activities to ensure continued fitness for purpose and capture improvement opportunities. Undertake detailed risk assessments, maintain a risk register, identify potential risk treatments and coordinate implementation plans. Work with relevant areas to review functions, identify risks and controls, and recommend risk management and improvement opportunities. Identify, evaluate and test IT key controls by conducting process walkthroughs, gathering evidence, interpreting data and documenting test plans and results. Coordinate major IT Incident Response activities, including training, updating procedures and facilitation of tabletop scenarios. Develop and maintain the DTS business continuity framework, including Business Continuity Plan, Disaster Recovery Plan and procedures. Prepare updates on audit remediation status for Curtin’s Internal Auditors and the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee (ARCC). Selection Criteria Extensive experience and management expertise in IT Risk Management, IT Audit and Assurance. Knowledge of IT governance standards (ISO 31000) frameworks and approach, with proven experience in operational and compliance risks in a technical environment. Experience with the ServiceNow GRC Module. Experience with COBIT frameworks. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and professional ability to liaise with multiple stakeholders. High level of conceptual, analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to analyse strategic technology issues and recommend appropriate responses. Desirable Cyber Risk/Cyber Privacy practitioner experience (CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, CISM, ITIL, CCSP, CISSP or other IT Risk related certifications). Exposure to Essential 8 and Further 5 Cyber Security Standards. IT Project Management experience. Experience with ISO 9001. Suitable knowledge of IT Functions in an enterprise environment – including development and implementation functions. Knowledge and understanding of cloud‑based environments and ability to contextualise to risk management and disaster recovery. Role Requirements Permanent role – requires permanent work rights in Australia. Successful applicants will be subject to a National Police Clearance and background, integrity and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. About Curtin University We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page: . What We Offer You Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and a multitude of food options including a supermarket. In addition to campus life, we offer generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and a range of discounts for retail, travel and much more. For more information, check out our benefits page: . Join us Please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents: Updated Resume Cover Letter addressing the criteria noted above For any queries related to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team at *************@curtin.edu.au or ***(option 3,1). Applications will not be accepted via this email address. Applications close: 8:30pm (AWST), 21 January 2026. Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted. We are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time. 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