IT Security & Risk Officer - Insurance - 6mnths+

New South Wales  ‐ Onsite
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Description

A leading Insurance company based in the CBD is seeking an IT Risk & Security Officer for 6mnths initially with prospects of extension. Reporting into the Infrastructure Manager, you will be required to maintain and oversee enforcement of policies, procedures and associated plans for operating a secure and reliable IT environment, as well as get involved with the upcoming IT audit.

The main responsibilities include:

  • Providing subject matter expert advice in information risk and security best practices.
  • Identifying potential risks/threats to the organization's IT environment.
  • Develops effective solutions for management of IT risk.
  • Manages risk and vulnerability assessments of systems and vendors
  • Works closely with the Infrastructure Manager to complete required IT audits and actions necessary outcomes.
  • Manages the User Entitlement Process.
  • Review and maintain relevant IT policies and procedures
  • Plan and execute assessment of key IT controls, ensuring that control issues/gaps are clearly documented and detailed remediation plans are developed to address these issues
  • Ensure work practices are conducted in accordance with all compliance requirements
  • Collaborates with the organization's broader Risk Management and Audit functions both locally and internationally to effectively manage and mitigate IT risk and security issues.
  • Suggesting enhancements to existing security products and assisting with identification of security requirements for new IT systems.
  • Investigating and responding to IT security risks/vulnerabilities and reporting them to management.

Skills

  • A background in Risk Management and/or Security functions
  • Experience in the IT Audit space
  • General IT Infrastructure and Networks knowledge
  • Experience in financial services and/or insurance industry desirable
  • Excellent communication skills
Start date
n.a
Duration
6mnths+
(extension possible)
From
Robert Walters - Sydney
Published at
09.05.2012
Project ID:
360349
Contract type
Freelance
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