Digital Risk Senior

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Technology is changing the way businesses are operating. New technologies provide businesses with the potential to deliver new services, operate in new markets and to change the way they operate. Associated with these opportunities come risks and our clients seek independent advice and assurance over diverse issues, which include:  the design and operation of their internal controls, the security of their business-critical systems, the delivery of major IT enabled programmes, their relationships with third parties, and their management, stewardship and ability to exploit business critical data.

The opportunity

EY is seeking a Senior Consultant to join our Digital Risk team, which is part of our Risk Consulting service line. As a Senior, you will be contributing to the engagement team in helping our clients to make better decisions and work on their most important challenges relating to security, risks, and controls, including the IT Risk Management and IT Governance.

The successful candidate can expect to work with cross functional teams internally and client personnel to analyze, evaluate, and enhance information systems facilitating the business internal control process, and will assist clients and other risk assurance professionals in performing information technology control and security engagements, including but not limited to implementation of ERP and GRC solutions, IT risk assessments and controls review / testing, and focus upon cloud adoption risk and emerging technology risk.

Your key responsibilities

You will operate as a key team member to assist clients in employing proper information systems, resources, and controls to maximize efficiencies and minimize risk. Specifically, you will be required to:

•    Supporting the delivery of ERP project implementations across a broad range of technologies (including SAP, Oracle, etc.) and a focus on cloud adoption risk and emerging technology risk.
•    Identify key risks and controls and ensure controls optimization, as well as enabling configuration of controls around security, business process and within the ERP solution.
•    Overseeing full cycle project risk management tasks relating to project delivery.
•    Working effectively as a team member sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication, and updating senior team members on progress.
•    Sharing technical knowledge with team members as well as coaching and mentoring to junior team members. 

Skills and attributes for success:

•    A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in ERP Security and IT governance, risk assessment, cloud adoption risk, emerging technology risk and implementation.
•    Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Business Administration, Commerce, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or another relevant program.
•    Possess relevant accounting / audit designation(s) or working towards one (e.g. CPA, CIA, and/or CISA).
•    Demonstrated knowledge of COBIT, ITIL, or other IT frameworks would be an asset.
•    Demonstrated knowledge of specific platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Windows, etc. would be an asset.
•    Proficiency using SharePoint and MS Office Suite including Excel, Word, OneNote and PowerPoint.
•    Strong understanding of risk and control concepts, IT frameworks, and GRC solutions
•    Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

What we look for

We’re interested in highly motivated talented individuals with a strong willingness to think outside of the box.  You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you’ll need the motivation to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and expand our business in the evolving market.  If you’re serious about consulting and ready to take on some of our clients’ most complex issues, this role is for you.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:
•    Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
•    Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
•    The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.
•    Toronto: $88, 000 to $132, 000

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