Job title: ITGC Senior Associate
Company: PwC
Job description: Line of Service Assurance
Industry/Sector Not Applicable
Specialism Conduct and Compliance
Management Level Senior Associate
Job Description & Summary A career in our Information Technology Audit Services practice, within our Risk Assurance practice, will provide you the opportunity to work with a team that provides clients with extensive risk and controls technical knowledge and sector specific experience. You’ll have the opportunity to develop a holistic approach to risk that protects businesses, facilitates strategic decision making and enhances efficiency by assisting management in the assessment of project risks and controls.
Purpose-led work you’ll be part of
As an ITGC Senior Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Provide risk assurance services, including assessment of technology risks, leveraging control frameworks (COSO, COBIT, SOC 2, ISO 27001, etc.)
Participate in audits of technology controls, automated and manual business process controls, internal audits with a focus on information technology, Service Organization Control audits, projects in the general IT security space
Supporting Managers and Senior Managers in the planning of projects based on a careful assessment of risks and controls in compliance with PwC’s auditing standards
Providing on the job coaching to Experienced Associates and New Associates, delegating work, performing quality review of the work performed by Experienced Associates and New Associates and consolidating the results and reporting back to Managers and Senior Managers.
Consult with our clients on operational controls and process improvement
Carrying out the audit work in an optimal fashion in compliance with deadlines and budgetary requirements outlined in the planning phase
Documenting clear and concise audit evidence obtained during the execution of the audit and validate their relevance and quality of information
Establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships internally with PwC teams and external clients
Actively monitoring external trends in relevant areas of IT, that could include but are not limited to remote access features, authentication mechanisms, threat/risk evaluations, intrusion tests and vulnerability evaluation, cloud computing, while also acquiring knowledge on these topics.
Participating in the development of timelines and budgets
Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct
Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve
CPA, CA, CMA, CGA, CIA, CGAP, Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Hands on experience conducting IT Audit and risk assessments
Experience to document processes and controls, develop and execute testing programs, assess control design and operating effectiveness, and to provide recommendations for improvements
Ability to effectively manage full cycle risk assessments from planning, execution, and report-writing stages and all other aspects of the internal audit life cycle
Proven success in reviewing business process controls, reviewing IT internal controls and risk, enterprise risk, and SOC reporting
Highly capable of stakeholder relationship management
Considerable experience with ITGC, cybersecurity, SOX, SOC and ISO 27001 engagements
Foundational understanding of ERP environments and controls
Confident in establishing priorities monitoring project delivery and resolving problems
Ability to carry out multiple tasks in a dynamic and constantly changing environment
Exposure to data analytics and visualization tools
Excellent oral and verbal communication skills
Fluent in French and English would be an asset
A demonstrated commitment to valuing differences and working alongside diverse people and perspectives
Why you’ll love PwC
We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of amazing teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This purpose-led work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at .
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At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We’re committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in.
We’re committed to providing accommodations throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require an accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.
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Chez PwC Canada, notre atout le plus précieux, c’est notre personnel. Et c’est en apprenant les uns des autres que nous devenons plus forts. Nous avons à cœur de créer une communauté équitable et inclusive de professionnels de la résolution de problèmes, dans laquelle chacun se sent vraiment à sa place. Nous savons que l’expérience peut prendre diverses formes et, pour nous, donner confiance au public et résoudre des problèmes importants n’est possible que si notre milieu de travail reflète la diversité de la société dans laquelle nous vivons.
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Location: Vancouver, BC
Job date: Sun, 25 Jun 2023 07:46:52 GMT
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