One IT - Senior Manager for Technology and Cyber Risk

The Opportunity

WSP’s Information Security Office (ISO) is responsible for the deployment and maintenance of the information security framework for both the IT organization and the wider business community. This includes the Governance mechanisms, policies and processes, tools and technologies, and employee training required to protect WSP information and that of our clients.

To run our global Technology & Cyber Risk Management process, we are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Manager for Technology and Cyber Risk. This role will report to the Global Director of IT Risk.

As a Senior Manager for Technology and Cyber Risk, your primary role will be to manage the full IT Risk Process from identification, assessment, mitigation and monitoring. This role is a key player in fostering relationships and coordinating efforts to manage technology-related

Your New Role:

• Implement and maintain a comprehensive and effective IT risk management practice across the WSP global IT organisation.This should include the identification of potential IT risks, the evaluation of their impact, the formulation of strategies to mitigate these risks, and the tracking of their mitigation and/or acceptance.Conduct regular monitoring and review of the IT risk management process to ensure its effectiveness and alignment with the organization’s risk appetite and business objectives.
• Establish reporting and communication methods that ensure that relevant stakeholders within IT and business leadership have an accurate and timely view of IT risks. Analyse and process data related to risk, issues, and deficiencies to identify patterns and trends.
• Work with WSP's Executive Risk Management (ERM) team on the evaluation and reporting of relevant IT Risks as part of the ERM process.
• Lead and manage a team of risk analysts, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages open communication, mutual respect, and shared responsibility in managing cyber and technology risks.
• Deliver risk management training within the IT community and establish a culture of risk-aware decision-making, accountability, and a commitment to maintaining an effective control environment.
• Own and manage the evolution of the Integrated Risk Management Platform (Service-Now IRM). This includes entities, risk statements and controls management.
• Be a subject matter expert in relation to IT risk and risk mitigation. Empower IT stakeholders to assume responsibility for the IT risks in their respective areas and encourage them to report any potential IT risks.
• The successful candidate will work directly with all levels of IT Leadership and business stakeholders to ensure issues and risks are well understood so that effective decisions can be made.

Leadership and People Responsibilities:

• Displays leadership and independence in performing their role.
• High level of personal integrity, and the ability to professionally handle confidential matters and exude the appropriate level of judgment and maturity.
• Develop positive working relationships with other team members and business partners and partners across teams to align with WSP internal and external client demands.
• Capable of rapidly assimilating and internalizing complex business, technology, and risk management concepts and dependencies.
• Able to exercise judgement when policies are not well-defined.
• Critical thinker with strong problem-solving and organization skill.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to communicate between specialized groups of business unit and IT professionals.
• Ability to work with people from different backgrounds and cultures across the region and the world.
• Accommodation of schedule for international conference calls.

Requirements:

You are likely to be able to demonstrate experience and skills in the following areas:

• 8+ years related senior-level experience in Information Security, and IT Audit with at least 2 years in Risk Management.
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience working in large/global enterprise IT.
• Working (not necessarily technical) knowledge of enterprise IT security concerns and technologies, including but not limited to VPNs, network security, encryption, authentication, application-level network protocols, Firewall, LAN/WAN, and TCP/IP
• Knowledge of technology best practices (applications, network, etc)
• Experience with IT Governance frameworks such as NIST and ISO 2700x
• Experience with governance, compliance and audit within IT environments
• Experience of risk management, including risk analysis, mitigation and monitoring
• Knowledge of information security regulations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to interact with different layers of management.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and little to no instructions.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent analytical and diagnostic problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated experience in understanding and demonstrating compliance with information security requirements.
• Limited travelling may be required.
• Due to the nature of this role, you may need to work outside of standard business hours occasionally.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Service-Now Integrated Risk Management platform (IRM)
• Professional certification in one or more of the following disciplines — IT governance (e.g., CGEIT), security (e.g., CISSP, CISM), internal audit (CISA) or Payment Card Industry (PCI)

About WSP

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services firms, bringing together approximately 6,000 talented people across 15 offices in Australia. We are technical experts who design and provide strategic advice on sustainable solutions and engineer Future Ready TM projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

At WSP, we want you to embrace your curiosity and work in a culture that celebrates different perspectives. With access to global scale and reach, you’ll connect with the brightest minds in the field to make the best work of your life.

We want here to be a place where you’ll always find new ways to grow – where you’ll design your path and do what truly matters to you.

We believe that in imagining a better future for us all, you’ll imagine a better future for you.

To find out more about our commitment to the health and well-being of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive click here: WSP Benefits .

Think this could be the opportunity for you? Apply now to begin your journey with WSP.

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