Risk Management

Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risk across Government and Defence programs

Expert Risk Practitioners for Mission-Critical Environments

In Government and Defence, the consequences of unmanaged risk can be significant — from program failure and cost blowout to national security implications. Acclimatise Group provides experienced risk management professionals who understand both the technical and strategic dimensions of risk in complex public sector environments.

Our practitioners work alongside program teams to identify, assess, treat, and monitor risk throughout the program lifecycle — giving decision-makers the visibility and confidence they need to move forward.

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Risk Management Expertise We Provide

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Risk Framework Development

Designing and implementing risk management frameworks aligned to COMCOVER, ISO 31000, and agency-specific risk appetite and tolerance levels.

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Risk Identification & Assessment

Structured workshops, risk registers, and qualitative/quantitative assessments to surface and prioritise risks before they become issues.

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Security Risk Assessments

Assessing security risks to systems and information assets, aligned to the Australian Government's ISM and PSPF requirements.

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Program Risk Management

Embedding risk management into program governance — from early planning through to delivery and benefits realisation.

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Risk Monitoring & Reporting

Ongoing risk monitoring, escalation processes, and executive-level reporting to keep leadership informed and programs on track.

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Assurance & Audit Support

Supporting internal and external assurance activities, including ANAO, Defence internal audit, and Gateway Review processes.

Risk Professionals Who Know the Environment

Government risk management has its own language, frameworks, and governance structures. Our practitioners arrive already fluent in them — reducing onboarding time and adding value from day one.

  • Cleared practitioners familiar with Defence and APS risk environments
  • Experienced with COMCOVER, ISO 31000, and agency risk frameworks
  • Skilled in supporting Gateway Reviews and assurance processes
  • Available for short-term assessments or long-term program embedding

Need a risk management professional?

Tell us about your program and we'll find the right person for your risk requirements.

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