About this role

We are seeking a Director – Technology Risk who is eager to help shape and grow our expanding practice. This is an opportunity for a senior professional with strong technical foundations and industry experience to step into a leadership role, influence our strategy and make a tangible impact in our practice . You will work closely with the Sydney Partner to shape our approach , enable our team and deliver solutions that help clients navigate complex technology risks in an increasingly digital world.

Key responsibilities

• Drive growth by expanding key accounts and originating new opportunities in our target industries of financial services, government, critical infrastructure and higher education

• S hape our response to market developments including legislation, regulatory changes, litigation trends and emerging technologies such as AI, influencing service design and go-to-market strategy.

• Build market presence by representing the firm at internal and external events, and engaging with industry and professional groups such as ASFA, ISACA and COBA

• Enhance our technology risk services across cyber security, data governance, regulatory compliance, technology and operational resilience, and IT audit

• Build capability and capacity within the team by mentoring our managers and junior resources

• Oversee larger , multi-stakeholder engagements with accountability for scope, budget and quality — not just delivery but ensuring strategic value is delivered to clients

• Own co-source internal audit relationships through effective relationship management

• Partner with boards and executives to provide pragmatic, risk-based insights that strengthen resilience and enable confident decision-making
  

Skills & experience

• At least 10 years of experience in technology risk and assurance, with strong technical foundations and the ambition to help shape and grow a practice.

• Deep expertise in technology risk, including cyber maturity frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST -CSF , NIST SP series, COBIT , PCI-DSS ), regulatory compliance and IT audit

• Recognised industry presence demonstrated through speaking engagements, thought leadership or active participation in professional forums and events

• Industry specialism in financial services, government , critical infrastructure and/or higher education, with an understanding of sector-specific risks and regulatory environments ( eg CPS 234 , CPS 230 and SOCI)

• Strong understanding of audit requirements and methodologies, with experience in SOC 2, GS 007 , ASAE 3402 and SOX engagements

• Demonstrated ability and ambition to contribute to client and market growth, with experience managing key accounts and identifying new opportunities.

• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior resources and managers to build team capability and capacity

• Experience in practice management, including planning, budgeting and resource allocation

• Professional qualifications such as CISA, CA / CPA , CRISC, CISM, or CISSP , will be highly regarded, as will experience in a professional services environment
  

If you’re interested in this role but don’t feel that you match every single one of our requirements, we would still love to hear from you and explore the unique skillset and attributes that you can bring to the team.

Reach your remarkable

At Grant Thornton we do things differently because we understand that when you strive for better and care about what you do remarkable things are possible. We’re a dynamic and authentic mix of backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking. We’re driven by our shared purpose – we care for our people, clients and communities and support them to thrive.

With us, you’ll be exposed to challenging and rewarding opportunities – building your confidence and capabilities at every step. You’ll be supported, motivated and inspired by a team of passionate and caring collaborators and leaders. You’ll be empowered to build a career path that’s tailored to you and e ncouraged to make a meaningful difference. And we’ll make sure the excellence you deliver and the impact you make is always seen, felt and celebrated.

Remarkable perks that put you first :

• Mental health support, financial & wellbeing coaching

• Salary packaging | Salary continuance insurance

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave | paid secondary carers leave

• Fully funded gym membership | Health Insurance discounts

• And many more !