Job Description

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We are seeking a highly skilled, pragmatic, motivated, and experienced IT professional with strong risk experience to join Boeing Australia.

The Senior IT Risk Officer will work with our IT and Data Analytics (IT&DA) function that services our subsidiaries for Boeing Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific.

The Senior IT Risk Officer will be business outcome driven and will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks related to information technology within our organisation. They will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.

This position will also play a key role in the ongoing development and implementation of business continuity plans to ensure our organisation's critical operations can be restored in the event of a disruption or disaster. Reporting to the Regional Head of IT&DA for South East Asia and Australia, the ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT risk management & planning, business continuity planning, information security and compliance. The IT Risk Officer will play a crucial role in safeguarding our organisation's IT assets and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, security, stability and availability of our information systems.

We operate within the Boeing Global environment and this is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated team player and results-oriented individual to play a vital role in safeguarding Boeing and contributing to its continued success.

We are a multi-site functional group, with the main offices in Brisbane and Port Melbourne, this non-managerial role can be based out of either location with occasional travel between locations required. Being part of a truly global team means flexibility is available, noting that some calls will be held outside traditional working hours.

Responsibilities:

• Building a trusted network with key stakeholders to bolster business operations;

• Acting as the conduit between IT&DA, Boeing Australia Subsidiaries, business partners, regional stakeholders and the Boeing Enterprise to provide a unified system risk overview;

• Risk assessment: Identifying and evaluating potential risks and vulnerabilities in the organisation's IT systems, networks, and infrastructure;

• Risk mitigation: Developing and implementing strategies and controls to minimize or eliminate identified risks;

• Compliance: Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, laws and industry standards;

• Coordinate internal and external audits, manage responses to findings, and implement corrective actions for continuous improvement;

• Act as the primary liaison with functional partners and stakeholders regarding governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) matters;

• Develop and maintain risk registers, including facilitating employee education on risk management;

• Continuity planning: Developing, maturing and maintaining business continuity plans to ensure that critical IT systems and operations can be restored in the event of a disruption or disaster;

• Vendor management: Assessing and managing risks associated with third-party vendors and service providers that have access to the organisation's IT systems and data;

• Staying up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in IT risk management, information security, and compliance;

• Improving the visibility and management of ITDA risk mitigation plans by communicating critical risks with IT & Data Analytics business partners and key stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is preferred but not essential.

• 7-10 years of experience delivering excellence in IT risk management, information security, business continuity, or a related field, preferably within the aerospace industry.

• Certified Practicing Risk Associate certification highly regarded.

• Relevant certifications such as Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) are highly desirable.

• An astute understanding and knowledge of the practices and principles associated with risk assessment and business impact analysis methodologies and tools.

• Strong knowledge of IT principles and practices e.g: IT infrastructure and operations, application management, IT support and program delivery.

• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks (e.g., AS ISO 31000:2018) and relevant industry regulations.

• Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to IT security, risk management and business continuity (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, ISO 22301 and ISO 22320).

• Proactive leadership and project management skills.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with strong organisational and planning skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional and global enterprise teams.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Commitment to continuous improvement and Boeing's core values of safety, quality, and integrity.

Eligibility

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

About Us

Boeing Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for both the Australian Defence Force and the manufacturing of composite components for commercial aircraft. From the seabed to outer space, we have helped shape aerospace, manufacturing and defence innovations in Australia over the past 95 years.

In addition to a competitive salary, our employees benefit from flexible working options, global opportunities, salary packaging, performance incentives, study assistance, wellbeing programs and discounts on health insurance, travel and accommodation.

We’re also committed to fostering an environment that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive for every employee, with great opportunities for professional growth.

As an equal opportunity employer, female candidates, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply. We are also open to candidates from other industries including mining, communications, ICT and oil and gas. If you don’t meet 100% of the criteria for this role although you have the right foundational experience and qualifications, don’t hesitate to apply.

Benefits

• Cutting edge projects

• Flexible working options

• Competitive remuneration and incentive plan available

• Discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation

• Salary packaging options

• Health and wellbeing benefits

• Study assistance

• Global opportunities

Export Control Requirements: Not an export control position

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.