IT Senior Internal Auditor

Munich Re; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Job summary

Munich Re's Group Information Technology Audit (GITA) seeks an IT audit professional to lead audits across North America and Group IT, guiding engagements from planning to reporting.

The role emphasizes project management, clear communication with IT and business management, data analytics usage, and strong knowledge of IT controls to strengthen risk management. Hybrid work in Toronto with a competitive CAD salary and annual bonus opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, engineering, business/finance or equivalent training plus relevant technology experience.
• Five to seven plus years IT audit or information technology experience.
• Strong knowledge of IT auditing standards and control frameworks such as IIA, COBIT, NIST Cyber, CSC, and ISO2700x.
• Understanding of artificial intelligence, generative AI, machine learning, and related technologies, including governance, security, privacy, compliance, and operational risks.
• CISA and / or CISSP Certification is required for those with an audit background.

Responsibilities

• Lead role in all phases of assigned projects from planning to reporting.
• Coordinate with management to set engagement milestones and ensure timely completion.
• Communicate effectively with Operational and IT management and support audit conclusions.
• Apply data analytics concepts and guide staff in using analytics tools.

Skills

Project management

Data analytics

Communication skills

IT auditing standards

AI governance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems/CS/engineering/business

Job description

As part of Group Information Technology Audit (GITA) you provide IT audit services to Munich Re’s North America entities as well as Group IT to assist Senior Management in the achievement of the Company’s strategic objectives.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Has a lead role in all phases of assigned projects from planning to reporting, including understanding the technologies under review, how IT enables business operations, scoping the audit, identifying risks and controls, design and execution of testing procedures and writing audit reports
• Demonstrates and applies a thorough understanding of project management skills ensuring assigned audits meet department requirements. In coordination with management, sets overall engagement milestones (planning, fieldwork & reporting) for assigned projects. Ensures work is completed by self and assigned staff to consistently meet agreed upon milestone dates.
• Effectively communicates orally and written in both technical IT and non-technical terms to Operational and IT management. Makes sound recommendations for audit finding rankings and effectively supports conclusions during discussions with audit clients.
• Demonstrates proficiency in data analysis concepts and practices. Effectively uses the department’s data analysis software to facilitate audit scoping and testing. Guides staff in the effective use of data analytics.

Qualifications

• Has sound knowledge of core IT processes (e.g. application development, change management, logical & information security, networking, vulnerability & patch management, computer operations and business continuity) to provide credible specialist advice on technology controls to Internal Audit and Management at large.
• A Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, engineering, business/finance or equivalent training along with relevant technology experience are required. Insurance industry experience preferred.
• Five to seven plus years plus of IT audit or information technology experience with demonstrated IT subject matter expertise.
• Strong knowledge of IT auditing standards and control frameworks such as IIA, COBIT, NIST Cyber, CSC, and ISO2700x.
• Understanding of artificial intelligence, generative AI, machine learning, and related technologies, including associated governance, security, privacy, compliance, and operational risks.
• Experience applying data analytics, automation, or AI-enabled tools within audit, risk management, cybersecurity, or technology operations environments is preferred.
• CISA and / or CISSP Certification is required for those with an audit background. Other technical / IT security certifications are a plus.

At Munich Re, we see Diversity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services.

Our base salary range for this role is between $100,000 and $120,000 CDN per year, plus an opportunity for an annual company bonus based upon a percentage of eligible pay. The salary estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for candidates hired in this position. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to internal equity.

This role is located in our Toronto office on 390 Bay St, and we operate in a hybrid work model. This job posting is for a new vacancy.

We do not use AI in our recruitment process - applications are reviewed by our team to ensure a fair and personalized experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.