Manager Internal Audit

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the VP, Chief Internal Audit and Risk Officer, the Manager Internal Audit (IT) is an adaptable, solution-oriented team player. You will be part of a team of trusted audit professionals that interacts with all levels and areas of the business, with a focus on supporting the IT / technology areas, to provide independent and objective assurance designed to add value in support of continuous improvement for healthy business performance and responsible growth.

In this role, you will perform a wide range of complex technological, and operational audits in
designated areas across the Lines of Services and their various products at Symcor in support of continuous improvement of Symcor’s system of internal controls, in accordance with standards and timelines set out in the annual audit plan. Your primary focus will be engagements focused on Symcor’s IT infrastructure, information security, and resiliency, along with participating as subject matter expert in special IT projects/advisory work effort.

This is a hybrid role with requirements to be on site 3 days a week, providing a balance between remote flexibility and in-person collaboration.

Accountabilities:

• Plan and schedule audits and contribute to establishing work standards and procedures for the inspection and appraisal of financial, technological and operational controls.
• Execute the audit process in accordance with audit guidelines and departmental standards and evaluate the audit results, weighing the relevancy, accuracy, and perspective of conclusions against accumulated audit evidence.
• Produce and present audit reports detailing ratings, severity of issues including risks, internal controls deficiencies, risk mitigation recommendations and improvement opportunities to risk owners and senior management.
• Develop effective relationships with clients to ensure high-quality audit services and maximize a collaborative approach to managing risks.
• Provide follow-up services to management and teams to assist in facilitating improvements and recommending revisions to auditing policies, procedures, and programs.

Requirements:

Education:

• Completion of a college diploma or a university degree in a related discipline (Accounting or Business Administration) or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
• Chartered Accountant Designation OR Certified Internal Auditor Designation.
• C.I.S.A. Certification (specific to Information Technology Auditor role).
• Undergraduate degree in business, computer science, accounting, or related discipline or a
  combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
• Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) would be an asset
• Certified Data Privacy Solution Engineer (CDPSE) would be an asset
• CISSP/CISM designations would be an asset

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience with Internal IT Audits
• Extensive Knowledge of IT control objectives and compliance frameworks / standards
  (COBIT, NIST Cyber Security Framework (CSF), ISO 27001/2, ISO 27031, PCI DSS, etc.)
• Extensive Knowledge of computer systems and cloud environments (Microsoft Azure,
  Windows, Unix, Cisco, etc.)
• Familiarity with auditing widely used servers, platform, database, and end point
  technologies e.g. Windows server, Unix/Linux, VMWare, etc.

Skills:

• Up-to-date technical expertise and substantial experience in IT audit principles and practices.
• Familiarity with understanding business operations, policies, procedures, governance practices, and regulatory obligations related to business/IT operational systems.
• Proficiency in audit systems – software and tools.
• Familiarity with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and/or ISACA.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Solid problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.