Manager, Technology Advisory and Assurance, Risk Advisory Services

Loblaw Companies Limited; Brampton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Loblaw Companies Limited is seeking a Manager, Technology Advisory and Assurance within Risk Advisory Services in Canada. You will drive assurance initiatives, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and deliver visually compelling client-focused insights across our technology portfolio.

You will lead engagements, manage stakeholder relationships, and mentor junior staff, while applying knowledge of governance, risk, and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field such as IT Systems, Computer Science, IT Management, Data Analytics or Engineering.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), CPA, CISSP, CISM or CIA designation is a strong asset.
• 4+ years of experience in technology roles – preferred roles are systems design, solutions architecture, technology consulting/Big4 firms, internal audit, cyber-security, IT risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and reporting of multiple high-priority and high-visibility Assurance and Advisory engagements.
• Partner and lead collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve processes and thought leadership.
• Lead end-to-end independent assurance engagements to improve internal control and reduce risk exposures.
• Create and present highly visual, client-focused deliverables and presentations linking risks to actionable steps.
• Mentor junior team members through coaching and leading by example.

Skills

Cyber-security

Privacy

Penetration Testing

Data analytics

Data visualization

Cloud applications

Risk management

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

COBIT

ISF

NIST

ISO

SOC Reporting standards (CSA E 3416/AT 101)

Job description

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country’s largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

At Loblaw, wehave a passion for customers, whether that means creating the best in food,health,and beauty, building an innovative onlineshoppingexperience,or leadingan impressive loyalty program.The Loblaw Technology departmentservices a broad spectrum of businesses within the Loblaw Group of Companies, includingfinancialservices (President’s Choice Bank),grocery, apparel, pharmacy (Shoppers Drug Mart and Loblaw Pharmacies),and a large ecommerce and digital business.

As akeybusinesspartner, the ‘Risk Advisory’teamis a progressive and dynamic world-classconsulting function thatcollaborateswith thebusinessfunctions to protect,improve,and grow its technology and infrastructure, governance,people,and programs, throughdriving strategicinitiatives,assurance,and advisory engagementsacross Loblaws, PC Bank, Shoppers Drug Mart, Choice Properties and George Weston Limited.

You will work with a team that valuesdiverse ideas, prioritizes a culture of inclusion, and develops our talent from within.We hire business-minded and entrepreneurialpeople, whostrive to learn and solve problems. Wewillfuel your curiosity with challenging work, talented colleagues, and creative learning resources. At every level, we champion leaders who influence and achieve results.By prioritizingpeopledevelopment, we incubate talent and thought leadership, which we can then apply across our businesses.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is a unique opportunity to joinas a Manager, TechnologyAdvisory and Assurance,Risk AdvisoryServicesreporting into theSenior Manager, Technology Advisory and Assurance, Risk AdvisoryServices.This role willfocus onhelping todriveassurance and advisory initiativesto support thetechnologyportfolio spanning across ourwide spectrum ofbusinesses.You willwork directly withkey stakeholders throughout the business tohelplead, execute, and produce highly visual presentations which connect the dots in a simple and business-oriented way, skillfully capturingtechnologyrisks, current state landscape, potential issues and opportunities, and recommendations based on deep understanding of root cause.

The company is looking for adynamicand curiousleaderwith technicalskillsaround technology risk,entrepreneurial and business-oriented mindset , who is self-driven andpossessesthe rightinterpersonal skills to drive partnerships and engagementsacrossthefull spectrum of our businesses.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS ANDRESPONSIBILITIES

Technical

• The engagementsspan acrossevaluating,monitoringand improving the management of technology riskat Loblaw and thecandidateshouldhaveexperience in working on one or more of the following areas:
• Cyber-security,Privacy,andPenetrationTesting, including knowledge of penetrationtestingframeworks
• System,network,and infrastructureoptimization
• Data governance
• Data analytics and visualization
• System implementations, including cloud applications
• Foundational understanding of the three lines of defense
• Foundational understanding and knowledge of risk and controlassessments supporting systems, applicationsecurityand identity access management
• Deliverand present highly visual, creative, client-focused deliverables and presentations

Engagement Leadership and Management

• Lead planning, execution and reporting of multiple high-priority and high-visibility Assurance and Advisory engagements, focusing on governance, risk, controls, and performance improvements
• Partner and lead collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve existing management processes or to build new processes and thought leadership around our businesses
• Lead end-to-end independent assurance engagements, aiming to improve internal control, reduce risk exposures, verify compliance with policies & procedures, and validate the efficient use of resources
• Create and present highly visual, creative, client-focused deliverables and presentations, which connect the dots in a simple and business-oriented way, capturing current and emerging risks, potential issues, opportunities, and mitigating activities which are meaningful and practical for the businesses
• Champion client specific initiatives to enhance the quality of our service delivery including benchmarking, internal / external research, industry events, thought leadership, relationship building, training and competency development

Client and Relationship Management

• Manage client relationships and communication around the project lifecycle with cross-functional teams
• Proactively develop and own relationships with key stakeholders in the business to ensure we are adaptable to changing business needs and adding value in the right direction

Team Management

• Participate as an active member of the delivery teams and mentor junior team members through coaching and leading by example
• Review the quality of the fieldwork and deliverables prepared by junior team members

EXPERIENCEREQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES

• ABachelor’sdegree inInformation Technologyor arelated field such asITSystems, Computer Science, IT Management,Data Analyticsor Engineering
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA),CPA, CISSP, CISM orCIA designation is a strong asset
• 4+years of experiencein technologyroles– preferred roles are systems design, solutions architect, technologyconsulting/ Big4 firms, internal audit, cyber-security, ITrisk management.
• Base knowledge of assurance, governance,riskand control frameworksincludingCOBIT,ISF,NIST and ISO, Service Organization Controls (SOC) Reporting standards (e.g.CSAE 3416, Section 5025, AT 101)is an asset
• Experienceworking onlarge enterprise IT implementationsincludingprojectrisks andcontrols
• Excellentcommunication skills, and a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels (both written and verbal)
• Proven problem-solver, with an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset and self-starter with a strong work ethic

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note :
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche :

$100,000.00 - $132,000.00 / 100.000,00$ - 132.000,00$ (per year / par an)

A candidate’s experience and knowledge as well as the geographical region in which the position is located may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for an existing vacancy. The Company uses artificial intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing and/or selecting applicants for this position. / L’expérience et les connaissances d’un candidat ainsi que la région géographique dans laquelle le poste est situé peuvent être prises en compte dans la rémunération qu’un candidat reçoit pour ce poste. Cette offre d’emploi concerne un poste vacant existant. L’entreprise utilise l’intelligence artificielle dans le but de filtrer, d’évaluer et/ou de sélectionner les candidats à ce poste.

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