IT Risk & Controls Specialist (Contractor)

Contract Type:

Contract

Location:

Sydney

Date Published:

06-Aug-2026

Salary:

$700-$750 / day inc super
We are seeking an experienced Risk & Controls Specialist (Contractor) to support technology risk and controls assurance activities within a leading financial services organisation.
This role will focus on the independent assessment and testing of technology controls, including IT General Controls (ITGCs), security controls, and controls supporting internal financial reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Plan and execute IT General Controls (ITGCs) and security controls testing activities.
Assess the design and operating effectiveness of technology controls.
Perform controls testing aligned to frameworks including NIST CSF, COBIT 2019 and ISO 27001.
Review and challenge control documentation, processes and remediation activities.
Prepare clear testing documentation, evidence and reporting outcomes.
Support internal and external audit activities.
Provide guidance and advice on technology risk, controls and policy requirements.
Contribute to governance activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

Profile
You are a technology risk and controls professional with experience in IT audit, information security and controls assurance.
You will have:
3–4 years’ experience in technology risk, audit, controls governance or assurance.
Strong experience in IT General Controls and security controls testing.
Knowledge of technology risk and security frameworks, including NIST CSF, COBIT 2019 and ISO 27001.
Experience working with regulatory frameworks such as APRA CPS 234, CPS 230, CPS 235 or equivalent.
Understanding of access management, change management, IT operations and technology control environments.
Experience within financial services or insurance environments is highly regarded.
A degree in business, technology or a related discipline is required. Certifications such as CISA, CRISC or similar are desirable.

Technical Experience
Experience across the following areas is preferred / Cloud security governance (Azure/AWS) / Third-party assurance and controls testing. / Data governance / Automated controls testing.
Please email me your resume (rupinderk@ethosbc.com.au) or apply using link IF you have the relevant experience
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