Scotiabank · 20 hours ago
Director, U.S. IT, Application and Data Audit
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$158K/yr - $264K/yr
10+ years expScotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas, and they are seeking a Director, U.S. IT, Application and Data Audit to oversee internal audit activities in support of the Audit Department. The role involves leading audit activities across IT, Application, and Data, ensuring compliance with regulations and internal policies while providing insights to enhance risk management and governance processes.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Acts primarily as Audit Principal (AP) or Officer in Charge (OIC) for assigned audits. May also be a participant on audits
Works with other audit teams as required
Carries out specific projects or investigations of a complex and/or confidential nature
As an OIC/AP, oversees the execution, planning, and reporting. Obtains a thorough understanding of the end-to-end business/unit/process and associated risks, develops an appropriate risk-based audit approach and schedules timing and resources
Prepares the Audit Plan strategy, and provides input into the development, completion and reporting of the Annual Audit Plan (and any changes to the plan)
Continuously conducts risk assessments throughout the year to identify other areas of emerging risk for audit coverage consideration and ensures the latest industry standards and regulatory requirements are incorporated to keep the audit plan current and robust
Ensures audit results are gathered and determines the root cause of the problem. Prepares and/or reviews audit review findings for presentation to management
Monitors and follows-up for corrective action/progress against any reported issues. Ensures relevant information that impacts other audit function areas is shared
Leads and drives a client focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems, and knowledge
Understands how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions
Plans, documents, and seeks agreement in advance to the project approach and confirms conclusions upon completion in writing. Assists in the due diligence of potential acquisitions
Ensures Scotiabank standards and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Code of Ethics are maintained in completion of all assignments
Builds and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and regulators as required. Aassesses emerging regulatory expectations and guidelines, and works to continuously strengthen the Audit Program
Interacts and coordinates with other groups involved. Completes timely review of workpapers, ensuring internal control weaknesses are clearly documented with recommendations addressing the root cause and are communicated timely to management
Conducts ongoing monitoring activities to stay abreast of changes (business/industry/regulatory) / emerging risks / themes or systemic issues that may impact the risk assessment of the audit universe and the audit plan
Builds a high-performance environment and implements a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops, and motivates their team by fostering an inclusive work environment and using a coaching mindset and behaviours; communicating vison/values/business strategy; and managing succession and development planning for the team
Meets Department training requirements
Qualification
Required
University/Post secondary degree in Business or equivalent
Relevant Audit or business certifications
At least 10+ years of relevant experience and knowledge of IT risk and related processes, governance framework, methodology, and risk management
Working knowledge of the operations and regulatory environments for each unit as applicable
Proven ability to work in high levels of ambiguity and in a rapidly changing environment
Highly proficient at applying Scotiabank methodology and using risk-based auditing standards and practices
Strong analytical skills in the use of data analytics or visualization tools
Ability to supervise multiple projects at any given time
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
Strong people management and coaching/development skills
Demonstrated strong leadership in being strategic, coaching and developing talent
Curiosity mindset
Preferred
IT Audit /Information Security professional designation (CISA, CISSP, Cyber Certified), experience with FFIEC, NIST, ITIL, etc
Benefits
Flexible benefit programs
Company
Scotiabank
Scotiabank is a banking firm that provides banking and financial services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.07B2024-04-17Post Ipo Debt· $1.07B
1972-03-01IPO
Leadership Team
Jabar Singh
President & CEO Scotiabank Colpatria (Colombia) & Head Central America & Caribbean
L.Scott Thomson
President and CEO
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