Senior Audit Manager, Validations Centre of Excellence

CIBC; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentive pay

Banking benefits

Benefits program

Pension plan

Employee share purchase plan

Vacation offering

Wellbeing support

MomentMakers program

Job summary

CIBC in Toronto seeks a Senior Audit Manager to lead remediation validations across technology portfolios, with emphasis on third‑party risk and cybersecurity.

You will design audit steps, provide independent opinions on remediation design and effectiveness, and build strong relationships across the three lines of defense.

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement with on-site days and opportunities to influence risk posture within a diverse team.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of auditing experience with a focus on technology and regulatory requirements in Canada.
• Accreditation in CTPRP, CRISC, CISA, CISM or CISSP is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of COBIT, CCM, ITIL and ISO frameworks; cloud certifications a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security or a related technology field.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking; ability to lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-skilled audit teams on remediation validations across technology portfolios.
• Specialize in third-party due diligence, cybersecurity, and risk & controls across lines of business.
• Design and execute audit steps to assess remediation design and effectiveness; provide independent opinions.
• Build and sustain relationships with internal partners across the three lines of defense.
• Ensure activities adhere to high standards of accuracy, rigor, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Auditing knowledge

Cybersecurity

Risk & Controls

Governance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security or Technology

Tools

Azure Security Engineer

COBIT

ITIL

ISO frameworks

Job description

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role you will provide leadership in improving the overall control environment within CIBC. You will lead multi-skilled audit teams on large and or complex regulatory and non-regulatory remediation validations across various CIBC business lines, with a focus on Technology portfolio. As the Senior Audit Manager, you are expected to have expertise in Third-party ongoing due diligence, Cybersecurity, Risk & Controls including governance, risk management operations and services across multiple lines of business. You will design and execute quality audit steps to complete deficiency validations and you will also provide an independent opinion on the design and effectiveness of management’s remediation including an opinion on controls in accordance with industry best practices. You will build and maintain strong professional relationships with Internal business partners within Internal Audit and across the three lines of defense. Additionally, the senior manager is responsible for ensuring activities are conducted to high standards of accuracy, rigor, and credibility, and according to regulations and industry standards.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-3 days per week on‑site, while other days will be remote.

How You’ll Succeed

• Audit effectiveness and execution - Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to plan and execute remediation validation activities and effectively manage multiple activities at different stages to ensure completion within required timelines. You will communicate regularly on progress and issues to ensure timely execution of team deliverables and at a high level of quality and compliance with audit standards and regulatory requirements/expectations.
• Audit reporting - You will drive the development of deficiency remediation closure memos where you objectively assess the adequacy of management remediation activities and their potential impact on the business and to the CIBC Group of Companies while presenting them in a clear, concise and professional way.
• Strong relationship management - Provide trusted and proactive advice to business partners as they progress through their remediation activities. You will partner closely with the business to ensure optimized progress on CIBCs deficiency remediation and validation activities.
• Communication - Demonstrate clear, concise and influential written and verbal communication skills when reporting on the teams status. Develop strong internal and external relationships through ongoing communication on progress of engagements and providing advice on risk, control and regulatory matters.
• People and assignment leadership - You will coach your team members on their developmental needs and provide leadership during individual assignments as well as team opportunities

Who You Are

• You can demonstrate experience. You have 6+ years of experience in auditing practices and accounting principles and processes, and strong knowledge with a focus on Technology and the related regulatory environment in Canada.
• You’re a certified professional. You have a current accreditation in any of the following: CTPRP - Certified Third-party Risk Professional Certification; CRISC - Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control; CISA – Certified Information Systems Auditor; CISM – Certified Information Systems Manager; CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional. In-depth knowledge of COBIT, working knowledge of CCM (Cloud Controls Matrix), ITIL & ISO frameworks and one or more Cloud certifications such as Azure Security Engineer. It is preferred that you have a bachelor's degree in Information Security or Technology related field.
• You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making
• You're driven by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to bring a shared vision to life.
• You are a bold and authentic leader. You're passionate about developing and coaching to bring out the best in people. You have led diverse, high performing teams
• You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships, and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You build trust through respect and authenticity
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.
• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.
• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.
• Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What You Need To Know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [e-mail]
• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities we’re actively recruiting for, unless stated otherwise.
• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.
• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills test (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency).
• We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process. Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Job Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 34th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Accountability, Analytical Thinking, Internal Controls