Senior Consultant

Senior Consultant – Technology Risk Services Apply for the Senior Consultant – Technology Risk Services role at KPMG Canada. At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world. Our Technology Risk Services team is growing and we are looking for Senior Consultants to join our team in Toronto. The practice provides a variety of services to our clients. The successful candidate will focus primarily on performing IT risk reviews or providing IT internal audit support across the IT risk domain. Assessment topics include data governance, system asset management tooling, IT projects and broader information security topics. Senior Consultants will also be involved in training and guiding our new campus hires. What You Will Do Conducting assessments of IT risks and controls in support of internal and external audit and assurance engagements, including but not limited to: Data governance models, structures, and procedures. IT projects and system implementations. Third‑party management. System asset management tooling. Supporting assessments for broader information security topics as well as IT general controls (ITGCs). Monitoring relevant technology risk standards and practices. Developing risk and control matrices and reviewing procedures. Providing review and advice on business‑process controls. Engagement risk management quality assurance through file review, engagement planning, development and monitoring, engagement profitability – simultaneously deliver multiple client engagements of varying size, scope and complexity. Business development by taking a proactive active role in the business community to increase awareness of the firm's services and level of commitment to the local market, developing and maturing relationships with internal staff and clients, developing proposals, identifying and pursuing opportunities to increase the practice's penetration in the public and private sector. Service delivery by conducting research, performing technical testing, writing reports, conducting interviews and communicating regularly with clients and resources. Guiding field engagement teams as well as coaching and mentoring junior staff members. What You Bring To The Role Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent. Completion of relevant certifications (e.g., CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, ISO27001). 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in assessing information technology or business process risk ideally within a large consulting practice. Strong understanding and experience with IT general controls and controls‑based audits (e.g., SOC 1, ISO 27001) is preferred. Experience with implementing and or evaluating data governance structures, system asset tooling, IT projects like system implementations, and IT governance. Experience in testing controls in different IT environments. Ability to work with little supervision and within a team environment. Excellent written and oral communication skills, able to effectively express insights. Demonstrated ability to learn and succeed in a fast‑paced environment. Attention to detail and strong organization and investigative skills. Strong understanding of business and audit risks. High degree of personal confidence, enthusiasm and drive. Willingness and ability to travel both within Canada and internationally. Our Values, The KPMG Way Integrity – we do what is right | Excellence – we never stop learning and improving | Courage – we think and act boldly | Together – we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better – we do what matters KPMG in Canada is a proud equal‑opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier‑free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice. Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro‑breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1‑888‑466‑4778. #J-18808-Ljbffr