Senior Information Technology Risk Assurance Specialist

7 days ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Bank of Montreal Full time
Role Overview

This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring the robustness and effectiveness of our company's IT audit processes. The successful candidate will work closely with senior management to identify, assess, and mitigate technology-related risks that could impact our business operations.

About the Job

The Senior Information Technology Risk Assurance Specialist is responsible for leading IT audits and advisory engagements to provide assurance on the design and operation of internal controls, as well as guidance on risk management practices. This includes assessing the IT control environment, identifying areas for improvement, and providing recommendations to enhance overall risk posture.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead complex IT audit engagements, including planning, execution, and reporting.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior management and IT leaders.
  • Conduct thorough risk assessments and evaluations to identify areas of high risk and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends, applying this knowledge to inform audit approaches and deliverables.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective implementation of audit findings and recommendations.
  • Provide expert advice on IT risk management best practices and implement process improvements.
Requirements
  • Mastery of IT audit principles, risk management frameworks, and relevant regulations.
  • Proven experience in leading IT audit engagements, with a focus on risk assessment and mitigation.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Professional certifications such as CISA or CISSP are highly desirable.
Salary Range

$74,800 - $138,600 per annum.



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