Sr. Audit Manager - Technology Operations & Security Audit

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In this role you’ll be reporting to the Senior Director, Internal Audit, Technology Infrastructure and will be expected to have a combination of expertise in Information Technology Infrastructure that includes technology infrastructure and systems, information security, technology systems including Cloud services as well as access and data related controls for CIBC and outsourced technology environments as well as 5-7 years of technology auditing.

You'll support Internal Audit groups by ensuring suitable coverage of technology risk within the audit universe, providing guidance and training. You will lead or participate in various audits and objectively evaluate the design and effectiveness of technology infrastructure, systems, information security, access and data related controls across the audit entity portfolio. You will perform and document your work in accordance with CIBC Internal Audit methodology and you will be accountable for the quality of audit procedures and documentation prepared by you.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

Risk Reviews – Lead and contribute to the development of the annual Audit Plan for Information Technology Infrastructure audit in assessing technology infrastructure and systems, information security, access and data related risk coverage across all audit groups. Through in-depth understanding of IT risk, including changes to the regulatory and business environments, train, guide and mentor auditors in Information Technology Infrastructure. Report Audits – Communicate trends in risk and control issues to Internal Audit executives and contribute to reports to senior management on the results of ongoing reviews of information technology infrastructure, information security, technology systems including Cloud services as well as access and data across CIBC.

As the subject matter expert, when required, review contracts and provide feedback to Procurement and other stakeholders, ensuring that audit rights are included. Quality Control – Complete quality control reviews for Information Technology Infrastructure audit work programs. Audit leadership – Be able to demonstrate leadership abilities; although this role does not manage people, depending on the engagement, you will be required to lead audit teams of about 3 – 20 members.

You can demonstrate experience in having a broad and deep knowledge and understanding of risks associated with technology infrastructure, networks, system access and security, cloud technology, regulatory requirements and best practices in technology controls. You will also have knowledge of auditing practices, procedures and principles that enable you to analyze client operations, assess risks, and select the most suitable audit approach.

You must have proven ability to write comprehensive and concise reports that have been utilized by senior leadership. You’re a certified professional. You have a current accreditation in any of the following: CISA – Certified Information Systems Auditor; CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional;
In-depth knowledge of COBOT and working knowledge of ITIL, ISO and NIST frameworks. It is preferred that you have a bachelors or equivalent degree in Business, Accounting, or financial designation or related field. You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making. You're driven by collective success.

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