Senior IT Auditor

Sydney - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At the NSW Department of Education we educate and inspire lifelong learners from early childhood through schooling to vocational education and training.

Drive IT assurance strengthen controls and shape digital landscape

Full time ongoing opportunity
Based in Parramatta just a short walk from major transport hubs with flexible working arrangements available
Salary ranges from $129464 to $142665 p.a. plus super and annual leave loading

About the role
As a Senior IT Auditor you will lead complex audits of IT systems applications and processes to ensure IT controls cybersecurity and data management practices are robust secure and compliant. You will:

Conduct risk assessments across technology infrastructure systems and IT applications
Review IT general controls application controls cybersecurity frameworks data privacy
Evaluate third-party IT vendors cloud environments and Saas environments
Partner with IT and business teams to identify control gaps recommend solutions and monitor corrective actions
Present audit findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders

For further information please click here to view the role description.

About you

Proven experience conducting IT audits
Skilled in using data analytics tools to assess risk and controls
Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work effectively across teams.
Can manage multiple assignments prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Departments Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Departments Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements of the role

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent workplace experience.
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
Current and valid Working with Children Check Clearance for paid employment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements
35 hour working week
Competitive salary salary sacrificing employers contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Flex Leave entitlements generous holidays & leave conditions
Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth

How to apply
Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.

Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience insights and alignment with the Departments values and priorities.

Please refer to the Applicants Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.

If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education click here for instructions on how to submit your application.

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking Apply Now.

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens permanent residents New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.

Closing date: Sunday 1 March 2026 at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Emily Lim (Manager Audit Delivery) at

For recruitment process enquiries please contact Sarah Nguyen (Recruitment Specialist) at

We welcome applications from all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples culturally and linguistically diverse groups the LGBTQIA community veterans refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team () or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role and who may be considered for a range of similar roles including temporary term or ongoing roles over the next 18 months.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

At the NSW Department of Education we educate and inspire lifelong learners from early childhood through schooling to vocational education and training.Drive IT assurance strengthen controls and shape digital landscapeFull time ongoing opportunityBased in Parramatta just a short walk from major tra...