Manager, Technology Risk Management
About the role
Job Description
Overview
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 Management group in Business Enablement Services is looking for a Risk Manager to join our team. The Technology Risk Management group oversees how the firm manages risk in deploying technology. The Risk Manager will be responsible for helping to execute the globally mandated risk management process overseen by the Canadian Quality & Risk Management Technology Risk team.
The Risk Manager will be responsible for supporting the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks associated with the use of technology. This role interacts with and supports members within Technology Risk Management, as well as the business and other Risk Stakeholders responsible for areas such as Legal, Privacy, Independence, Information Security, Architecture, IT Support & Maintenance, Quality Assurance, and Strategic Risks.
What you will do
Facilitate Technology Risk Assessment Submissions and Respond to Consultations:
- Gain a thorough understanding of risk assessment requirements and processes and inform business requesters to improve submission quality
- Stay updated on new technologies and ensure risk processes are properly applied
- Gather information on technology tools to ensure the accuracy and completeness of technology risk assessment submissions
- Assist business and risk stakeholders with risk submissions, as required, by gathering necessary information, inputting details into the workflow platform and responding to needs to complete the assessment process
- Collaborate with business and risk stakeholders to provide required support during consultations
- Perform initial review of risk submissions, sign-offs, and supporting documentation to ensure relevant risks are assessed and addressed
Monitor and Facilitate the Timely Completion of Technology Risk Tasks and Approvals:
- Collect and track status information from key contacts
- Monitor the completion of action items to ensure timely technology risk assessment approval
- Liaise with stakeholders to identify delays and escalate to Technology Risk management, if needed
- Use ServiceNow and other tools to track technology risk assessment submissions, and report status
- Project manage multiple assessments and keep Technology Risk management informed of progress on a regular basis
- Troubleshoot delays in the technology risk assessment process and develop solutions to resolve them
Conduct Technology Risk Assessments:
- Draft risk assessment summaries for review and approval
- Present significant risks or complex findings regarding Legal, Privacy, Independence, Information Security, Architecture, IT Support & Maintenance, Quality Assurance, and Strategic Risks
Quality Assurance over Risk Assessments:
- Assist in responding to internal Global Quality Management assessments related to Technology Risk Management
Support Technology Risk Initiatives:
- Provide support on ad-hoc initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the Technology Risk Assessment process
What you bring to the role
- Post secondary education in a relevant field, preferably in business, IT Technology and Risk Management, Audit, Compliance or a related discipline
- 5+ years of relevant experience in assessing information technology or business process risk, preferably within a professional services firm
- Demonstrated business acumen and comprehensive understanding of IT risks
- Possess a client-centric and service delivery approach, capable of establishing effective communication and building a strong rapport with diverse teams
- Experience in handling complex inquiries, researching, analyzing data, identifying issues, applying conceptual framework to new and unique situations, and documenting findings.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
- Excellent business writing and communication skills, with great attention to detail and ability to generate high quality deliverables
- Experience and proven ability to manage end-to-end projects successfully
- MBA or a CPA designation is an asset
This position requires written and oral fluency in English. The successful candidate will be required to support or collaborate with English-speaking colleagues or stakeholders nationally in our English speaking provinces while at KPMG.
KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information
The expected base salary range for this position is $73,000 to $109,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.
About KPMG
KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We have 273,000 outstanding professionals working together to deliver value in 143 countries and territories. With a worldwide presence, KPMG continues to build on our successes thanks to clear vision, defined values and, above all, our people.
Our industry focus helps KPMG firms’ professionals develop a rich understanding of clients' businesses and the insight, skills and resources required to address industry-specific issues and opportunities.
The independent member firms of the KPMG network are affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative (“KPMG International”), a Swiss entity. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such.
Manager, Technology Risk Management
About the role
Job Description
Overview
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 Management group in Business Enablement Services is looking for a Risk Manager to join our team. The Technology Risk Management group oversees how the firm manages risk in deploying technology. The Risk Manager will be responsible for helping to execute the globally mandated risk management process overseen by the Canadian Quality & Risk Management Technology Risk team.
The Risk Manager will be responsible for supporting the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks associated with the use of technology. This role interacts with and supports members within Technology Risk Management, as well as the business and other Risk Stakeholders responsible for areas such as Legal, Privacy, Independence, Information Security, Architecture, IT Support & Maintenance, Quality Assurance, and Strategic Risks.
What you will do
Facilitate Technology Risk Assessment Submissions and Respond to Consultations:
- Gain a thorough understanding of risk assessment requirements and processes and inform business requesters to improve submission quality
- Stay updated on new technologies and ensure risk processes are properly applied
- Gather information on technology tools to ensure the accuracy and completeness of technology risk assessment submissions
- Assist business and risk stakeholders with risk submissions, as required, by gathering necessary information, inputting details into the workflow platform and responding to needs to complete the assessment process
- Collaborate with business and risk stakeholders to provide required support during consultations
- Perform initial review of risk submissions, sign-offs, and supporting documentation to ensure relevant risks are assessed and addressed
Monitor and Facilitate the Timely Completion of Technology Risk Tasks and Approvals:
- Collect and track status information from key contacts
- Monitor the completion of action items to ensure timely technology risk assessment approval
- Liaise with stakeholders to identify delays and escalate to Technology Risk management, if needed
- Use ServiceNow and other tools to track technology risk assessment submissions, and report status
- Project manage multiple assessments and keep Technology Risk management informed of progress on a regular basis
- Troubleshoot delays in the technology risk assessment process and develop solutions to resolve them
Conduct Technology Risk Assessments:
- Draft risk assessment summaries for review and approval
- Present significant risks or complex findings regarding Legal, Privacy, Independence, Information Security, Architecture, IT Support & Maintenance, Quality Assurance, and Strategic Risks
Quality Assurance over Risk Assessments:
- Assist in responding to internal Global Quality Management assessments related to Technology Risk Management
Support Technology Risk Initiatives:
- Provide support on ad-hoc initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the Technology Risk Assessment process
What you bring to the role
- Post secondary education in a relevant field, preferably in business, IT Technology and Risk Management, Audit, Compliance or a related discipline
- 5+ years of relevant experience in assessing information technology or business process risk, preferably within a professional services firm
- Demonstrated business acumen and comprehensive understanding of IT risks
- Possess a client-centric and service delivery approach, capable of establishing effective communication and building a strong rapport with diverse teams
- Experience in handling complex inquiries, researching, analyzing data, identifying issues, applying conceptual framework to new and unique situations, and documenting findings.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
- Excellent business writing and communication skills, with great attention to detail and ability to generate high quality deliverables
- Experience and proven ability to manage end-to-end projects successfully
- MBA or a CPA designation is an asset
This position requires written and oral fluency in English. The successful candidate will be required to support or collaborate with English-speaking colleagues or stakeholders nationally in our English speaking provinces while at KPMG.
KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information
The expected base salary range for this position is $73,000 to $109,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.
About KPMG
KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We have 273,000 outstanding professionals working together to deliver value in 143 countries and territories. With a worldwide presence, KPMG continues to build on our successes thanks to clear vision, defined values and, above all, our people.
Our industry focus helps KPMG firms’ professionals develop a rich understanding of clients' businesses and the insight, skills and resources required to address industry-specific issues and opportunities.
The independent member firms of the KPMG network are affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative (“KPMG International”), a Swiss entity. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such.