Program Assurance Specialist
CYOS Solutions
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Sydney • Australia
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Salary
💰 A$110 - A$130 per hour
About the role
- Support development, review, maintenance of Assurance Plans for ICT projects, ensuring alignment with DTA requirements for the relevant tier.
- Provide expert advice on risk identification, mitigation strategies, and assurance activities throughout the project lifecycle.
- Facilitate independent assurance reviews, including gateway reviews and health checks, in accordance with the DTA Assurance Framework.
- Liaise with project sponsors, delivery teams, and governance bodies to ensure assurance activities are understood and embedded.
- Monitor project progress, compliance, and reporting, escalating issues as required to senior stakeholders and the DTA.
- Ensure all assurance documentation is maintained, endorsed, and submitted to the DTA for review and agreement prior to investment decisions.
- Support continuous improvement in assurance processes and contribute to capability development across the APS.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in assurance, risk management, or project governance within the APS or similar public sector environment.
- In-depth understanding of the DTA Digital and ICT Investment Oversight and Assurance Framework, including tiered project requirements.
- Proven ability to develop and implement assurance plans for complex ICT projects, including Tier 1 (low risk/value), Tier 2 (medium risk/value), and Tier 3 (high risk/value) investments.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate at senior levels.
- Analytical skills to assess project risks, compliance, and performance, and to provide actionable recommendations.
- Experience facilitating independent assurance reviews and reporting to governance committees.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
assurance planningrisk managementproject governancecompliance monitoringanalytical skillsreportingstakeholder engagementnegotiationproject lifecycle managementcontinuous improvement
Soft Skills
communicationinfluencecollaborationproblem-solvingleadership