Senior Consultant - Digital Risk - Risk Consulting

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Senior Consultant - Digital Risk – Risk Consulting The opportunity As a Senior Consultant in Digital Risk within our Risk Consulting sub service line, you will be part of a dynamic team helping organisations manage technology related risk across complex digital environments. You will support clients to understand and address digital and IT risks, strengthen governance and controls, and respond to an evolving regulatory and risk landscape. This role offers exposure to a broad range of industries and clients, working across internal audit, IT risk, technology assurance and advisory engagements, and collaborating closely with EY teams and client stakeholders to deliver practical, high quality risk outcomes. This role is based in Naarm – Melbourne. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options. Your key responsibilities Deliver broad ranging Risk Consulting engagements, including technology risk, internal audit support, business processes and controls advisory, data governance, privacy, resilience and technology enabled Governance, Risk and Compliance solutions. Deliver digital and IT risk engagements in support of Internal Audit activities, including evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of IT controls such as third party risk management, cybersecurity, data governance, privacy, application and IT general controls. Support the planning and execution of engagements, including development of scopes of work, risk and control matrices, work programs and related planning documentation Prepare clear, high quality client deliverables and collaborate with engagement teams to meet service expectations, timelines and quality standards. Skills and attributes for success Relevant experience in internal or external audit and or risk consulting roles, with exposure to technology risk, IT controls and governance across IT, financial and or operational environments. Strong problem solving skills and business acumen, including the ability to analyse complex information, manage time effectively and communicate clearly in both written and verbal contexts. Proven ability to build and manage effective stakeholder relationships within engagement teams and with clients, contributing positively to team outcomes. Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn. Australian citizenship is highly desirable, as this role supports local and federal government projects A tertiary qualification in information technology, business, accounting, finance or a related discipline. Exposure to recognised frameworks and standards such as COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001 or SOX. Professional certifications such as CISA, CIA, CISM, CISSP or similar, or a willingness to work towards them. A proactive, curious mindset and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. What we offer you At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. We’re proud to be recognised as the #1 WORK180 Endorsed Employer in the Top 101 Employers for Women 2026. Learn more . Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences com/au/careerdevelopment Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy. A comprehensive benefits package : From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience. Acknowledgement of Country EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders - past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at Inclusiveness is core to who we are and how we work together, driving value for our people and for our business. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. The salary range for this role is AUD 89,000 to 106,500 inclusive of superannuation dependent on skills, experience and work location. EY | Building a better working world Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider. © 2026 Ernst & Young Australia. 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