Avp, IT Audit

6 months ago


Toronto, Canada Sun Life Full time

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

**About the Role**

AVP, IT Audit is responsible for the oversight and delivery of risk-based internal audits across Corporate, Asia, US, Canada and SLC BG’s technology, as well as provide support to global technology and integrated audits. The audit scope is global and considers both *LoD1 and LoD2 processes and controls. The role reports to the VP, ITDD Audit and leads a global team of 8+ individuals with 2 direct reports.

**What you'll be doing**
- The scope of responsibilities includes the operational delivery of all IT audit work, audit plan development and coverage (including business audits with IT audit scope), IT audit universe risk assessments to ensure the adequacy of audit coverage of key risks, as well as relationship management with clients and management of the audit team.
- Identify areas of emerging and heighten risk related to technology that affect the company.
- Contribute to the development of Audit strategy and direction.
- Continuously improve the audit delivery and quality through increased use of data analytics and innovation.
- Plan and direct audits and special engagements following Sun Life’s Audit methodology; deliver audit reports and findings that clearly articulate the position of risks and issues.
- Provide leadership in discussions of risk assessment, internal control and audit findings with clients.
- Actively stay engaged in latest technologies, regulations, and IT trends.
- Influence management to improve effectiveness and efficiency of operations, risk management practices and control environment with respect to IT.
- Lead the global audit team with a focus on building and maintaining a high-performing team of auditors including the recruitment, administration, development, and retention of staff through strong leadership and coaching.

**What you'll need to succeed**
- 10+ years of leadership experience in IT and/or IT Audit, including 5+ years of senior level experience in IT, Audit or Risk functions.
- University degree in related disciplines (IT, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, etc), plus recognized auditing (eg. CISA, CIA) and security (eg. CISSP, CISM, CEH) designations.
- Previous people management experience required with demonstrated employee engagement results.
- This role is based in Toronto and the individual is expected to work in a hybrid environment (virtual and in the office). Will need to occasionally travel to Asia and US.
- In depth knowledge of audit methodologies, system development methodologies including agile, control frameworks and risk practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Proficient in cyber security risk and control frameworks and information risk management frameworks.
- In depth knowledge of the latest technology and security trends, best practices, and industry standards.
- Strong working knowledge of risks affecting insurance industry and financial institutions.
- Exceptional communication with the ability to communicate clearly and succinctly, effectively deliver key messages verbally and written.
- Effective listener who remains open and receptive to various viewpoints.
- Confident presenter and facilitator with strong interpersonal and leadership skills to facilitate working with senior management at all levels.
- Superior influencer and negotiator with the ability to effectively manage and resolve conflicts across all levels of management.
- Professional presence, ability to navigate through matrix organization.
- Critical thinker to enable risk and control assessment and issue identification.
- Flexible, organized, and able to effectively manage multiple engagements and priorities concurrently.
- Strategic thinker who can see and share the big picture while retaining attention to details.
- Demonstrates ability to work and lead effectively in diverse environments and cultures over multiple office locations.
- Demonstrates ability to identify opportunities to utilize data analytics for enhanced depth and breadth of audit coverage.

**What's in it for you**
- Being a member of the Sun Life family, a group of people united by our Purpose: to help Clients and Employees achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives.
- Being part of our journey in developing the next greatest digital experience.
- Stock Ownership Program gives you the chance to invest in Sun Life and get a company match.
- We’re proud to be recognized as a co



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