Senior Consultant - Technology Risk Services

KPMG Canada; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Thompson-Nicola Regional District is seeking a Technology Risk Services Consultant. This role involves leading teams, conducting audits, and advising clients on technology risk management. The ideal candidate has a post-secondary degree, relevant experience, and a strong understanding of business process controls. The company promotes an inclusive workplace and values diverse perspectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in assessing IT or business process risk.
• Strong understanding of controls-based audits/assessments.
• Experience testing controls across various IT environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work as part of a team to solve complex business issues.
• Support general/application control audits and assessments.
• Review systems for adequacy of controls and project management.

Skills

Understanding of business process controls

IT General Controls (ITGCs)

Client relationship development

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Post-secondary degree

CPA, CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CISM

Tools

Cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)

Industry standards (e.g., COBIT, ISO 27001/27002, NIST, COSO)

Job description

Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

We are looking for a highly motivated Technology Risk Services professional at the Consultant level to join our team. As a member of KPMG Canada’s cross-functional Technology Risk Services practice, you will help enable our clients' cyber transformation journey through service delivery leadership, advisory, and support.

What You Will Do

As a Consultant, you’ll lead and work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting key services including general/application control audits and assessments, SOC 1 / SOC 2 / SOC 3 audits, cybersecurity and technology risk reviews, IT infrastructure security assessments, project governance reviews, and ISO assessments
• Reviewing new and existing systems for adequacy of controls, security, operational considerations, and project management
• Advising on business process controls
• Leading field engagement teams and mentoring junior staff
• Contributing to knowledge sharing through tool development and methodology enhancements
• Identifying and implementing process improvements
• Evaluating risks and controls associated with IT applications, operating systems, databases, interfaces, and business cycles
• Engaging with clients to understand their environments and needs

What You Bring To The Role

• Completion of one or more of the following designations is an asset CPA, CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CISM
• A post-secondary degree
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in assessing IT or business process risk, ideally within a consulting environment
• Strong understanding of business process controls, IT General Controls (ITGCs), and controls-based audits/assessments (e.g., CSAE 3416, CSAE 3000, SSAE 18)
• Experience testing controls across various IT environments
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or others
• Knowledge of industry standards and frameworks such as COBIT, ISO 27001/27002, NIST, COSO
• Experience in client relationship development, project management, and team leadership

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.