Senior Associate, Technology Risk

Grant Thornton Australia is one of the world's leading independently-owned and managed accounting, advisory and consulting firms.

Our culture is underpinned by a commitment to our clients, people and communities, and our promise to ‘Reach for Remarkable’ by providing proven expertise, principled execution, and personalised experience.

In Australia, we’re proud to support the careers of over 1,500 remarkable people. With six offices nationally and partner firms in more than 145 markets, wherever you want to go, we can take you there.

About this role

Step into our Sydney-based Cyber and Technology Risk practice—where innovation meets impact. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that thrives on solving complex challenges and delivering high-value consulting and assurance engagements. Guided by seasoned leaders, you’ll help shape the cyber risk strategies of Australia’s most dynamic organisations, across industries that matter.

Key responsibilities

• Participate in and lead technical assessments of clients’ IT environments.

• Conduct interviews with users and business leaders to identify IT risks.

• Identify security vulnerabilities, incorrect configurations and control/process weaknesses to help clients to better secure their technology platforms.

• Leverage specialist knowledge to assess clients' technology environments.

• Provide actionable recommendations and insights to mitigate risks in IT processes.

• Manage on-site engagements, overseeing junior resources and client interactions.

• Collaborate with managers to develop high-quality reports and deliverables.

• Present outcomes to clients and internal stakeholders for informed decision-making.

• Review and assure the quality of findings and recommendations.

Skills & experience

• Tech-savvy professional with experience in cyber and technology risk within an assurance or consulting environment.

• Degree qualified in Technology is preferred.

• Solid understanding of technology risks, including cyber security, change management, project management, and technology general controls.

• Familiarity with global or industry specific security frameworks such as SOC-2 NIST-CSF , ISO 27001 and CPS 234.

• Experience with or interest in penetration testing, red teaming or incident response simulations.

• Client-centric approach with excellent communication and presentation skills. 

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 encouraged 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:

• 9-day fortnight with no salary reduction | Flexible working options

• Fully funded gym membership | Health Insurance discounts

• Funded professional membership

• Structured learning and development at all career levels

• Diverse and inclusive firm culture | Mental health support, financial & wellbeing coaching

• And many more

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