IT Governance Specialist

**IT Governance Specialist**

**About** **the role**

Join Youi’s Technology Governance team as an IT Governance Specialist In this key role, you’ll contribute to the implementation of our Governance, Risk, and Compliance frameworks within IT’s first line of defence. You will also contribute to specialist technology governance activities, such as third-party security assessments and coordinating cyber incident simulations.

We're looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys sharing knowledge. You'll need strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

At Youi, we value continuous improvement, so you'll have the chance to leverage your IT governance expertise to identify efficiencies and prioritise impactful activities. With our rapid growth and dynamic brand, you'll gain exposure to a diverse range of IT Governance services, allowing you to broaden your skills.

You’ll be joining a small, collaborative team of five, dedicated to centralising people and processes to drive greater efficiency.

**Ways of working**

This position can be situated at either our headquarters on the Sunshine Coast or in our Fortitude Valley office.

We operate with a hybrid approach, requiring office presence from Tuesday to Thursday at either location, while offering the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.

If based in Brisbane, some travel to HQ will be required.

**Key** **priorities**
- Drive IT governance reporting for management, executives, and the board.
- Oversee IT policy reviews, enforcement, and process improvements.
- Coordinate internal and external audit activities.
- Conduct quarterly IT risk assessments and maintain the IT risk register.
- Report on IT Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and address IT Risk Incidents.
- Ensure compliance with PCI-DSS, APRA CPS-234, CPS-220, and Australian Privacy Principles.
- Perform IT control testing and report outcomes.
- Coordinate remediation efforts and track resolution of identified issues.

**About you**
- Experience in a similar role (2+ years is a general indicator).
- Knowledge of IT Governance frameworks (e.g., COBIT) within the financial services or insurance industry.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Systems.
- CGEIT, CRISC, CISA, or similar certifications in IT governance and risk management.
- Strong business writing and report skills.
- Data analytics skills are beneficial.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.
- Passion for technology and strong relationship management skills.
- High integrity and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive in identifying risks and opportunities.
- Commitment to continuous learning and maintaining relevant qualifications.

**How to apply**

Our Internal Talent Acquisition team exclusively manages all hiring processes, and we do not accept unsolicited resumes directed to hiring managers.

**About Youi**

At Youi, we believe in challenging the status quo. We're not your typical insurance company - and that extends to how we sell insurance and hire our team. With over 2,300 employees, we have ambitious goals to keep growing and continue delivering awesome insurance solutions across new products and distribution channels.

We pride ourselves on our diversity and individuality, both among our employees and the customers we serve. We believe that it is the unique combination of skills, perspectives, and experiences of our people that truly sets us apart.

Our company values - being _dynamic_, _human_-focused, _awesome_ _service_, _honest_, and _passionate_ - guide everything we do. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success.

At Youi, we're unafraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is making a difference in the insurance industry.