Job Specifications
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 members within Technology Risk Management, as well as Client Service business lines 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 advise business requesters to improve submission quality
Stay updated on new technologies, e.g. artificial intelligence systems, 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, Strategic Risks, and Artificial Intelligence
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 degree in a relevant field such as Business, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Risk Management, Audit, or Compliance
Certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISM, and CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Lead Auditor are highly valued
MBA or CPA designation is an asset
A strong foundation in business processes, risk assessment, and IT systems. 5+ years of relevant experience in identifying and assessing information technology or business process risks and controls, preferably within a professional services firm or a large organization
Demonstrated business acumen and comprehensive understanding of computing environments, enterprise architecture and IT risks and controls
Familiarity with legal and privacy aspects of technology risk is an asset
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
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 fo
About the Company
KPMG LLP is the Canadian member firm of KPMG International. We provide Audit, Tax, and Advisory services to many of the public and private business, not-for profit, and public sector organizations in Canada. Nationally, there are 40 offices and over 700 partners and more than 10,000 employees working together to help Canadian businesses achieve their goals. Leveraging the skills, knowledge and passion of our firm and our people allows us to serve our clients with uncompromising professionalism, cutting through complexity to ...
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