Lead IT Audit Manager

The Client

A reputed banking client is looking for an Lead IT Audit Manager for their office in Toronto.

What you will achieve in this role

Lead and develop a small team of audit professionals for supervising, planning and executing complex audits and projects for multiple business groups. Lead the team in the development and integrated implementation of policies, processes, procedures, changes across multiple audit areas Ensure that the team follows applicable regulations and stay knowledgeable one merging issues, trends, and regulatory requirements. Build a positive and diverse work environment where team members can share their challenges by giving them equal opportunities and inspiring them to achieve common objectives. Provide people management leadership by administering the implementation and completion of performance management activities and providing continuous feedback and training. Provide thought leadership and facilitate key strategic audit discussions with executives Provide guidance, leadership, mentorship and development to ensure operational results and professional and personal development objectives are achieved for the overall group. Act as the lead audit advisor by providing guidance on emerging trends and issues to the senior leadership team to bring about meaningful improvements. Build relationships with key enterprise partners and gain a deeper understanding of processes. Identify, mitigate and report on risk issues according to guidelines and ensure appropriate escalation processes are followed. Raise nonstandard issues to relevant shareholders and audit management where required. Develop the divisional annual plan for the risk assessment process while leading audit engagement work activities to ensure adequate risk coverage. Ensure the developed strategy is in integration with overall audit strategy and implemented accordingly while leading enterprise initiatives to provide guidance for complex situations. Lead all the activities providing recommendations, and decision support to leadership Handle facilitation and implementation of internal audit remediation plans to address performance, risk and governance issues Connect with key stakeholders for prioritizing portfolios after forecasting initiatives and demand while ensuring messages to them is appropriate and in line with business strategies and executive management direction Be a strategic advisor to leadership team on the management of the portfolio and financials with deep industry and enterprise knowledge.

What you must bring to this role

Successfully managed a team of audit managers including performance management and appraisal. 10+ years of audit experience with undergraduate degree. Must have CISA or CISSP or other relevant certification. Deep experience in auditing IT infrastructure - Windows Server, Mainframe, Network, Cloud (public, private), Operating Systems (Windows, Unix), Active Directory, Databases, etc. Dynamic leader who can work collaboratively and build relationships across teams and functions Expertise in defining audit scope and providing direction to the team. Skilled in presenting audit findings internally and to senior executives. Strong understanding of risk management, NIST, COBIT. Overall understanding of audit techniques, internal controls and audit principles.

Ability to manage and execute audits, from planning to audit closing

Knowledge and understanding of businesses and organizational practices and disciplines. Diligent in processing and handling confidential information with discretion while acting with the highest levels of integrity. Good understanding of risks and controls within a technical environment is required, as well as the ability to document and test these controls. Ability to multitask and work in a team environment is crucial. Ability to understand, interpret, and apply general and specific administrative and departmental policies and procedures, as well as applicable federal & state laws and regulations.

Strong critical thinking, analytical and organizational skills

Strong oral and written communication skills, including ability to write clear and concise audit recommendations and reports. Strong negotiator and decision maker who can influence business leaders and make rational choices. Proficiency with MS Office, analytical tools and Internet applications.

Only those who are qualified will be contacted