Horizontal IT Audit, Assistant Vice President

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a Horizontal IT Audit, Assistant Vice President, that will manage day-to-day activities for audit projects focused on centrally managed IT control areas (Identity and Access Management, Change Management, Data Management, IT Resiliency, and Robotics Process Automation / Artificial Intelligence).

In this role you will help develop junior audit team members and provide on the job coaching

This role will be based out of Toronto, Canada and can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home and office to match your needs and role requirements.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability.

To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable.

You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

Key responsibilities include :

• Plan, oversee and execute audits according to the Division's risk-based audit methodology, other internal standards and industry practices.
• Supervise and direct the execution of risk and control assessments, along with the effective and efficient testing of key controls.
• Review audit workpapers to ensure execution in line with internal standards and that conclusions are properly supported.
• Draft audit reports that clearly communicate overall conclusion, including : key risks, identified issues and their root cause, and impact on overall business strategy.
• Work in partnership with business area management to communicate expectations and manage any project issues that may arise during the audit engagement.
• Escalate potential and identified issues to senior management timely and work with business management to develop and negotiate solutions.
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of assigned areas of responsibility, including key technology, products, organizational activities, regulatory environment and global footprint.
• Establish and maintain strong and effective client relationships with business management across the lines of defense and assist management in understanding and implementing / maintaining internal control principles.
• Contribute to change initiatives through active participation in working groups and adoption of practices in day-to-day responsibilities.
• Coach and mentor audit staff as part of their ongoing development

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• A high degree of professionalism with proven history of providing effective leadership to diverse teams.
• The ability to manage complexity, effectively prioritize multiple tasks and work independently in non-routine situations and in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem resolving, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, organizational and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize understanding of business processes into value added feedback on risk and control environment.
• Proven ability to research, interpret and apply regulatory requirements.
• Fluency in English - written and spoken.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor degree, preferable in information systems, computer science, accounting or related field; Advanced degree in information technology, cyber security or systems engineering
• 5-7 years experience leading and executing IT Audits
• One or more industry recognized certifications (i.e., CIA, CISA, CRISC, CISM, CISSP, Cloud+, etc.) and the willingness to continue to learn and grow.
• Strong expertise or experience auditing certain technology-related areas such as :
• IT General Controls
• Automated business process controls
• Enterprise application development and change models (i.e., waterfall, rapid prototyping, agile, DevOps, etc.,)
• Identity and Access Management / Privileged Access Management / Adaptive Authentication Solutions
• Cloud, Cyber and Security Processes, Frameworks, Controls
• Technical Resiliency and Business Continuity Management
• Fluency in English - written and spoken.

Additional requirements

While majority of the time you will work from your primary location, some domestic and international travel may be required to a variety of locations where State Street operates.

About State Street

What we do . State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world.

From technology to product innovation we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people.

We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow . We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive.

Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs.

And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility . We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients.

We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality.

Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader.

You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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