Senior IT Auditor, Assurance & Advisory

Fidelity International; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

RRSP contribution after 6 months

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Parental leave top-up

Job summary

Fidelity Canada Internal Audit – IT Audit Analyst is a full-time, flexible hybrid role based in Toronto with potential relocation to Mississauga. The position requires Canada work authorization and strong IT audit expertise across applications, infrastructure, and cloud services.

Responsibilities include planning, testing, reporting and stakeholder engagement, with focus on risk assessment and control enhancements across cybersecurity, data governance, and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technology/applications and infrastructure audit experience.
• University degree in accounting, computer science or related IT field, or equivalent work experience.
• CISA or CISM required; CISSP or other security certifications a plus.
• Experience leading audit engagements through full cycle, preferably in financial services.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute audit scope coverage, fieldwork and testing within timelines.
• Document audit testing, form conclusions, identify improvements.
• Keep Internal Audit and stakeholders informed; ensure improvements are actioned.
• Collaborate with business auditors for integrated IT controls audits.
• Draft clear audit reports detailing issues, impacts and action plans.
• Engage stakeholders for validation and timely closure of findings.
• Assess risks and advise on cybersecurity, cloud, data governance, AI/ML topics.
• Coordinate with external auditors and the FIL technology audit team.

Skills

Audit leadership

Stakeholder influence

Cloud computing

Data analytics

Cybersecurity awareness

Education

B.S./B.A. in accounting or IT

Equivalent work experience

Tools

IaaS/AWS/Azure

Databases (Oracle, SQL, Snowflake)

Office 365

Cybersecurity tools

Job description

Job Overview

Fidelity Canada Internal Audit – IT Audit Analyst

Location: 483 Bay Street, Toronto (until ~late 2026) then 3 Robert Speck Parkway, Mississauga. Full-time, flexible hybrid schedule. Current work authorization for Canada required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute audit scope coverage, fieldwork and testing within established timelines.
• Document audit testing, form conclusions, and identify areas for improvement.
• Keep Internal Audit and stakeholders fully informed of progress and ensure agreed improvements are actioned.
• Collaborate with business auditors to deliver integrated audits of application and general IT controls.
• Provide advisory services to stakeholders, developing real-time feedback and recommendations to mitigate risks.
• Draft clear audit reports detailing issues, business impact, and proposed action plans/control enhancements.
• Engage stakeholders for validation and timely closure of audit findings.
• Perform business-unit risk assessments, evaluate initiatives, organizational and regulatory changes, and identify audit gaps.
• Assess, identify risks and consult on technology topics including cybersecurity, cloud computing, data governance, emerging technologies, and Bwise incidents.
• Co‑ordinate audit activities with external auditors and the broader FIL technology audit team.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5+ years of experience in technology/application and infrastructure audit.
• University degree (BS/BA) in accounting, computer science or related IT field, or equivalent work experience.
• Professional certifications: CISA or CISM required; CISSP or other security certifications a plus.
• Experience leading audit engagements throughout the full audit cycle (planning to reporting), preferably in financial services (asset-manage, brokerage).
• Deep knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux, iOS, Android) and databases (Oracle, SQL, Snowflake).
• Hands‑on experience with enterprise cloud infrastructures (AWS, Azure, Office 365).
• Experience in cybersecurity, ransomware, and emerging technologies (AI/ML).
• Data analytics, application programming, agile auditing, and crypto & blockchain experience are pluses.
• Strong knowledge of audit frameworks (IIA, ISACA, NIST) and regulatory standards.

Technical Skills & Tools

• Audit principles, frameworks and standards (IIA, ISACA, NIST).
• Knowledge of cloud services and database platforms.
• Strong oral and written communication; ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Client‑management and problem‑solving skills.
• Organizational skills and delivery focus with ability to meet tight deadlines.
• High energy, positive attitude, team orientation, flexibility and adaptability.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $150,000 – $170,000 annually (based on experience).
• Discretionary performance bonus.
• RRSP contribution after 6 months (no employee match required).
• Comprehensive health benefits, employer-paid premiums, mental health services up to $5,000 annually.
• Flexible working arrangements – 100% remote, hybrid, or in‑office options.
• Paid parental leave top‑up to 100% salary for 25 weeks.
• Up to $650 for home‑office equipment and 2 paid volunteer days per year.

EEO Statement

Fidelity Canada is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request during the application process.