Audit Manager, IT & Cyber Security Audit

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the banking sector seeks an Audit Manager for IT & Cyber Security Audit. The successful candidate will execute risk-based technology audits, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing the bank's cyber security posture. Responsibilities include analyzing audit evidence, maintaining client relationships, and promoting a customer-focused culture. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in IT and cyber security, excellent communication skills, and relevant educational qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in IT, information security, or cyber security.
• Strong knowledge of digital banking and cloud engineering.

Responsibilities

• Execute complex IT audits and analyze evidence.
• Assess governance and controls related to digital banking and cyber security.

Skills

IT

information security

cyber security

communication

teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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Title: Audit Manager, IT & Cyber Security Audit

Requisition ID: 223705

Join a purpose-driven, winning team committed to results within an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Purpose

Contribute to the success of the Emerging Risk & Cyber Security Audit by executing and delivering specific goals, plans, and initiatives aligned with the team's business strategies. Ensure all activities comply with regulations, policies, and procedures. As an Audit Manager, participate in risk-based technology audits across Digital Banking, Cloud, and Architecture to evaluate control effectiveness. Be knowledgeable about risks related to systems development (Waterfall and Agile), cyber security, automation, orchestration, and outsourced IT services.

Accountabilities

Assess design and operational effectiveness of governance and controls related to digital banking, cloud services, cyber security, data management, outsourcing, infrastructure, and project management. Apply risk-based auditing standards, practices, techniques, and regulatory guidelines. Provide assurance over cyber security and IT controls in an Agile environment, including SecDevOps, microservices, and third-party outsourcing.

Execute complex IT audits, analyze evidence, and ensure clear, supported audit reports. Maintain regular communication with audit management and clients, providing updates and discussing findings. Build and maintain positive relationships with clients. Stay current with industry developments through ongoing professional development. Promote a customer-focused culture and consider the bank's risk appetite in daily activities.

Skills, Experience & Competencies

3-5 years in IT, information security, cyber security, IT risk, or related fields. Strong knowledge of digital banking, cloud engineering, IT, and cyber security. Excellent communication skills. Familiarity with security assessment tools is a plus. Ability to work independently and in teams. Knowledge of retail banking is advantageous.

Education & Other Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in IT, computer science, or equivalent. Certifications such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, CRMA, CCSP, or working towards them are preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Scotiabank is committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available upon request during the recruitment process. Candidates must apply online. We appreciate all applicants, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.