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IT Risk Managers assess and analyse vulnerabilities in an organisation’s ICT network systems and computer infrastructure. They develop and implement ICT risk management plans to protect the network from data loss, cyber thieves, and system outages.
As an IT Risk Manager you’ll be installing firewalls, security software, and data encryption programs to protect organisational data — as well as monitoring the ICT network for unauthorised access. You’ll also need to keep up with the latest trends and technologies in ICT security.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become an IT Risk Manager.
Possible job outcomes:
The Cyber Security Governance, Risk and Compliance Certified Professional Course equips students with essential knowledge and skills for excelling in IT risk management and IT auditing. It combines two globally recognised ISACA certificates—IT Risk Fundamentals and IT Audit Fundamentals—into one streamlined learning path. This course is ideal for aspiring and current IT professionals who wish to enhance their expertise or enter the fields of IT governance, risk, and compliance, providing them with the qualifications necessary to advance in these crucial areas. .
Average duration: 4 months.
Seeking an IT leadership role? How about the ICT60220 - Advanced Diploma of Information Technology to level-up your career? This high-end diploma will help you develop an IT management skillset including critical thinking, complex problem solving, client relations, team leadership, ethics, privacy, cybersecurity awareness, business analysis. You’ll also gain advanced technical skills in any of the following interest areas: cloud computing, cyber security, application software development, project management, programming, network security, telecommunications network engineering, and ICT strategy and business management. Enquire now for entry requirements, study unit choices (and their availability) as well as training providers with course openings..
Average duration: 12 months.
As a IT Risk Manager in Australia you can expect a starting salary of $1,932 per week ($100,464 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience and technical expertise you can expect a higher salary than people who are new in the role.
There are more than 4,000 people employed in ICT security across Australia right now, with excellent prospects for employment growth over the next 5 years. IT Risk Managers are employed by IT firms, SMEs and private business, corporate enterprises and government departments — but also thrive as independent consultants.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
IT Risk Managers need a working knowledge of ICT networks and data systems as well as key skills in strategic planning and security risk management. Try the Advanced Diploma of Network Security and a complimentary qualification such as the Certificate IV in Security Management. These courses take 12 months to complete.
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