Risk Analyst V - Operational Risk Management: Centralized Testing & Verification

KeyBank; Brooklyn (OH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KeyBank in Brooklyn, OH, is seeking a Testing Analyst to join the Operational Risk Management Oversight and Centralized Testing & Verification teams. You will test the operational effectiveness of internal controls and verify remediation activities, leading walkthroughs, planning tests, and designing scripts.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of auditing experience, strong knowledge of risk and compliance, and familiarity with ITGCs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of auditing experience.
• Knowledge of risk, compliance and audit.
• Familiarity with ITGCs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead process walkthroughs with control owners and stakeholders.
• Schedule testing per plan.
• Draft and submit results to stakeholders.
• Design test scripts and templates.
• Select sampling for testing according to requirements.
• Collect testing evidence and support.
• Coordinate reviews with Manager.
• Communicate results and recommend solutions to gaps.
• Identify and implement process improvements in testing.

Skills

Risk knowledge

Compliance knowledge

Audit competencies

ITGCs

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

MS Office

CISA CIA CGEIT CRISC

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Location: 4900 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn Ohio

Job Summary

The Operational Risk Management Oversight department and the Centralized Testing & Verification team is looking for a qualified candidate to join our team and play an important role within the Risk Management organization with an objective to test the operational effectiveness of internal controls and verification testing of business line's finding and remediation activities.

To achieve this objective, the Testing Analyst will be responsible for executing the following activities:

• Leading process walkthroughs with control owners & key stakeholders
• Scheduling testing in alignment with the testing plan
• Drafting and submitting results to impacted stakeholders
• Designing test scripts, test steps & testing templates
• Selecting populations/samples for testing in accordance with internal requirements and industry standards
• Requesting and collecting testing evidence and support
• Coordinating reviews of testing completed with the Manager
• Communicating resultsRecommending solutions to mitigate control gaps
• Identifying and executing process improvements in the testing function

In the execution of these responsibilities the Testing Analyst will need excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work well with and influence others and be detailed, curious and diligent in the execution of testing. This role will also interact heavily with the Business Line process and control owners and other Risk and Audit professionals.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of applicable experience of internal, external or regulatory auditing experience

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Thorough knowledge of Risk, Compliance, Audit competencies
• Intermediate understanding of financial institutions and operations, products/services, systems, and associated risks & controls
• Intermediate knowledge of applicable bank policies, laws, and regulations
• Preferred: Experience with Information Technology General Controls (ITGCs)
• Strong analytical, process facilitation and project management skills
• Effective presentation, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient computer navigation skills using a variety of software packages, including Microsoft Office applications and word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations
• Applicable professional certifications or interest in pursuing: CISA, CIA, CGEIT, CRISC, etc.

Core Competencies

• All KeyBank employees are expected to demonstrate Key's Values and sustain proficiency in identified Leadership Competencies.

Physical Demands

• General Office - Prolonged sitting, ability to communicate face to face in person or on the phone with teammates and clients, frequent use of PC/laptop, occasional lifting/pushing/pulling of backpacks, computer bags up to 10 lbs.

Work Location Category

• Hybrid (3+ days)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $80,000.00 - $150,000.00 annually. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location.

Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.

Key has implemented an approach to employee workspaces which prioritizes in-office presence, while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.

Job Posting Expiration Date: 10/16/2026KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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