GCO Senior Issue Validation Consultant Technology Issue Validation team

Truist Financial; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled professional to oversee issue remediation efforts and ensure risk reduction. This role involves validating business processes, documenting testing activities, and collaborating with various units to mitigate risks effectively. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial institutions, strong communication skills, and a solid understanding of risk management principles. If you're looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in risk management or audit within a financial institution.
• Solid knowledge of risk management principles and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee issue validation and testing, ensuring effective remediation.
• Collaborate with management to address material issues and provide solutions.

Skills

Risk Management

Audit

Communication Skills

Time Management

Influencing Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

ARCHER GRC Platform

Job description

Please review the following job description:

Responsible for overseeing issue remediation efforts by ensuring validation activities are completely and accurately demonstrating issue remediation and risk reduction have been achieved.

***Telecommuting/Remote workstyle may be considered for well-qualified individuals located outside of the Truist footprint. Teammate will work hours supporting Eastern Standard Time.***

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the execution of issue validation and testing, root cause analysis, examine key activities to evaluate the effectiveness of remediated business processes and controls.
• Thoroughly document issue validation activities and testing so that third-party reviewers can understand test steps, scope, and conclusions.
• Ensure effective and appropriate testing and documentation of review activities in alignment with remediation plans to ensure root cause is addressed and risk is mitigated.
• Work with and oversee the preparation of regular analysis and reporting of issue validation and issue remediation results.
• Make recommendations and provide practical solutions for updating Business Unit control, policy, procedure, and risk/control documentation.
• Address material issues with senior management, including technical discussion of root cause and evaluation of corrective action plans.
• Collaborate with Business Unit and Risk Management partners as necessary to ensure issues are validated timely and appropriately.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent education and related training.
• Eight years of experience in a financial institution with emphasis on risk management, audit, and/or line of business specialty, and/or equivalent education, training, and experience.
• Solid knowledge of risk management principles and controls, broad-based business practices, and understanding of business process and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of large bank and securities risk frameworks, including FINRA, SEC, ERISA, Sarbanes-Oxley, and other applicable laws.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills, as the job will require extensive interaction with various business units and senior leadership.
• Strong influencing and presentation skills (written and verbal).
• Proven ability to influence and work within teams.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; operate without close supervision.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in a financial institution with emphasis on risk management and/or audit within the Enterprise Technology line of business (or similar).
• Strong technical knowledge of software development, cloud operations & infrastructure, cybersecurity, data & AI, or issues validation.
• Comfortable operating in a high-change environment.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently in a fast-paced setting while managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to assess adherence levels and identify risk/control improvements in risk management principles, controls, and business activities.
• Proficiency and knowledge in ARCHER GRC Platform.