Senior Director, Internal Audit - Networks & Technology

About the role

Optus is looking for a Senior Director, Internal Audit for its Networks and Technology portfolio. You will lead risk-based assurance across Networks, Technology, Security and Risk, covering telecommunications networks, technology infrastructure, cyber security, resilience and enterprise risk. You will partner with senior executives and technical leaders to provide independent insight and strengthen the security, resilience and operational performance of key business functions.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the Internal Audit strategy and annual audit plan, keeping assurance focused on the most significant current and emerging risks.
• Provide independent assurance and oversight across networks, cyber security, technology infrastructure, resilience, regulatory compliance and major transformation initiatives.
• Build trusted relationships with senior executives and technical leaders, giving strategic advice, risk insights and constructive challenge while preserving audit independence.
• Identify and assess emerging technology, cyber, network and operational risks, turning complex technical issues into practical audit priorities and executive-level insights.
• Lead, coach and develop audit teams, improving technical capability, audit quality, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Extensive senior leadership experience in Internal Audit, Technology Risk, Cyber Security, Telecommunications Assurance or related risk and assurance fields within large, complex and highly regulated organisations.
• Deep understanding of telecommunications networks, network architecture, technology infrastructure, cyber security, resilience, cloud environments and their governance and control frameworks.
• Proven ability to build and deliver strategic risk-based assurance programmes and to challenge executive stakeholders in highly technical environments.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, able to turn complex risks into clear business, customer, resilience and regulatory outcomes.
• Experience in a Big 4 consulting firm (Deloitte, PwC, EY or KPMG) in technology risk, telecommunications advisory, cyber security, internal audit, risk advisory or assurance leadership roles is highly regarded.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration and colleague discounts, including $80 monthly credit and 25% off Optus products.
• Flexible working, with the option to work three days in the office and two days remotely or from home.
• A vibrant campus with cafes, a convenience store, chill out zones, GP, post office, gym and on-site childcare.
• Competitive leave policies, including extra "Connected" days, and up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Colleague-led networks and diversity initiatives, plus free 24/7 counselling and support services.