Senior Consultant - Technology Risk Services

Posted 7 days ago

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Job Details

Full Time

Location

Halifax, NS

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.

Our Technology Risk Services practice offers a range of technology general and application controls advice is expanding to meet a growing demand. We are seeking a talented individual at the Senior Consultant level to join KPMG's technology risk group with a focus on internal controls.

You will work on key client engagements documenting IT controls, testing the design and operating effectiveness of those controls and assessing deficiencies and assisting clients with remediation efforts to improve their control environments.

What you will do

Execute day-to-day activities on projects such as assessing IT controls, conducting stakeholder interviews, developing risk remediation
Simultaneously work on multiple client engagements of varying size, scope and complexity
Provide technical expertise and translate subject matter specifics into business language
Communicate (written and verbal) findings, recommendations and other deliverables to clients including technical and business communication to management through the preparation of reports, presentations, analyses and other deliverables
Lead and contribute to other practice initiatives, including knowledge sharing, training and other activities

What you bring to the role

Immediate and frequent travel to the US is required, which requires the successful candidate to obtain the necessary work authorization.
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Engineering, Commerce or a related discipline
Senior Consultant: 2-5 years of relevant experience in accounting, auditing, information security, privacy, IT audit, internal controls or related roles or an interest thereof
Knowledge in one or more of the following areas is required:

Threat and risk assessments
IT audit, general controls testing and application controls testing
Information security strategy and transformation programs
Cloud security and architecture
Business continuity and disaster recovery
Information privacy

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work both independently, with little supervision and within a team environment
Attention to detail and strong organization and analytical skills
Industry-recognized designations/certifications would be an asset or in the progress of or interest in pursuing, including:

CISA
CPA
ISSP, CISM, or CRISC.

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 the opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. 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.

About KPMG

KPMG LLP is the Canadian member firm of KPMG International. We provide Audit, Tax, and Advisory services to many of the public and private business, not-for profit, and public sector organizations in Canada. Nationally, there are 40 offices and over 700 partners and 7,000 employees working together to help Canadian businesses achieve their goals. Leveraging the skills, knowledge and passion of our firm and our people allows us to serve our clients with uncompromising professionalism, cutting through complexity to provide valuable insight—in Canada and around the world. KPMG s.r.l./S.E.N.C.R.L. est le cabinet canadien membre de KPMG International Cooperative (« KPMG International »). Nous offrons des services professionnels en audit et en fiscalité ainsi que des services-conseils à une vaste clientèle composée notamment de sociétés ouvertes et fermées, d’organismes sans but lucratif et d’organisations du secteur public au Canada. KPMG compte 40 bureaux à l’échelle nationale, au sein desquels collaborent plus de 700 associés et 7 000 employés pour aider les sociétés canadiennes à atteindre leurs objectifs. Nous misons sur les compétences et le savoir-faire de notre équipe pour servir nos clients − au Canada et ailleurs dans le monde − avec rigueur et professionnalisme. Notre mission première : simplifier la complexité en proposant des perspectives éclairantes.