AVP, IT Audit

at  Sun Life

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You’ll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you’ll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

ABOUT THE ROLE

AVP, IT Audit is responsible for the oversight and delivery of risk-based internal audits across Corporate, Asia, US, Canada and SLC BG’s technology, as well as provide support to global technology and integrated audits. The audit scope is global and considers both *LoD1 and LoD2 processes and controls. The role reports to the VP, ITDD Audit and leads a global team of 8+ individuals with 2 direct reports.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• The scope of responsibilities includes the operational delivery of all IT audit work, audit plan development and coverage (including business audits with IT audit scope), IT audit universe risk assessments to ensure the adequacy of audit coverage of key risks, as well as relationship management with clients and management of the audit team.
• Identify areas of emerging and heighten risk related to technology that affect the company.
• Contribute to the development of Audit strategy and direction.
• Continuously improve the audit delivery and quality through increased use of data analytics and innovation.
• Plan and direct audits and special engagements following Sun Life’s Audit methodology; deliver audit reports and findings that clearly articulate the position of risks and issues.
• Provide subject matter expertise as it relates to IT processes to other audit teams during integrated audits.
• Provide leadership in discussions of risk assessment, internal control and audit findings with clients.
• Actively stay engaged in latest technologies, regulations, and IT trends.
• Influence management to improve effectiveness and efficiency of operations, risk management practices and control environment with respect to IT.
• Lead the global audit team with a focus on building and maintaining a high-performing team of auditors including the recruitment, administration, development, and retention of staff through strong leadership and coaching.