Senior Audit Manager, IT Applications and Data Management Audit (15 month contract)

Requisition ID: 123390

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Purpose

The Audit Department is the 3rd Line of Defense and plays a key role in the internal control system of the Bank. Its mandate is to provide enterprise-wide, independent, objective assurance over the design and operation of the Bank's internal control, risk management and governance processes. The objective of this position is to fulfill a Senior Manager role, within a team of IT audit professionals to assess the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls relating to IT applications, data, third party, IT projects and related processes supporting businesses throughout Bank.

The candidate in this 15-month contract position will mainly contribute to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over the implementation of the Fundamental Review of Trading Book (FRTB) requirements. The candidate would also be supporting other audit projects when the opportunities arise.

Key Accountabilities

In this role, you will be responsible for:

Executing and leading Technology or Business Integrated audits as the Officer-in-charge. A significant portion of the accountabilities will relate to providing assurance over the Bank's IT application controls, data controls (data at rest, data in motion, data in use), third party risks, software development and project management controls throughout the bank.

Assist in managing the planning, execution, and reporting of assigned audits in accordance with department standards.

Support the Director and VP in determining the overall audit plan and strategy over business applications within the Bank.

Functional Competencies (Soft & Technical Skills)

• Expertise and proficiency in applying risk-based auditing standards, practices, techniques, processes and methodologies and regulatory guidelines to the performance of audits.
• Strong technical understanding of various IT platforms and evolving technologies including cloud computing, data lakes, big data and agile development methodologies.
• Experienced in using data analytics to perform audit procedures in the technology space.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills and experience developing relationships with auditees.
• Motivated, self-starter with a passion to learn and embracing new challenges.
• Strong project management skills and organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical skills, ability to problem solve and multi-task.

Educational Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• IT Audit or Information Security professional designation such as CISA, CRISC, CISM, CSX, CISSP, etc; or
• Audit professional designation (CPA, CIA).

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.