IT Sr. Auditor, Audit

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What you’ll be doing

The IT Senior Auditor is responsible for the execution of Internal Audit's testing program for Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting (Sarbanes Oxley - SOX). The role will focus on Information Technology General Controls (ITGCs), but may also contribute to business process control streams. The IT Senior Auditor will work with internal and external stakeholders to perform control testing to assess the design and operating effectiveness in support of the organization's ICFR/SOX opinion. The IT Senior Auditor will be reporting to the Audit Director under the direction of the Manager, Audit.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 2+ days per week on-site, while other days will be remote

How you’ll succeed

• Participate in the planning, execution, and reporting of IT General Controls (ITGC) and application controls testing for Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.
• Coordinate walkthroughs to understand IT processes, systems, and controls.
• Identify control deficiencies, assess the severity of findings.          
• Evaluate IT risks, control design, and operational effectiveness for key IT processes (e.g., access management, change management, backup, and recovery).
• Review IT-dependent controls in business processes to ensure alignment with SOX requirements.
• Work with external auditors, IT management, and other internal audit teams.
• Collaborate with business and IT teams to ensure timely remediation of deficiencies and improvements in controls.

Who you are

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Accounting, or related fields.
• Certifications (preferred):
• CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• CPA or equivalent accounting certifications.
• 3+ years in IT audit, risk, or compliance roles, including leadership responsibilities.
• Detail-oriented with solid critical thinking, analysis and decision-making skills
• Driven by collective success, collaboration and teamwork and be able to work in a dynamic environment.

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At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $90,000 - $120,000 for the market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation pla