Director, IT Audit

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REQ-44854

We exist to help people achieve financial clarity. At Thrivent, we believe money is a tool, not a goal. Driven by a higher purpose at our core, we are committed to providing financial advice, investments, insurance, banking and generosity programs to help people make the most of all they’ve been given.
At our core, we are a membership-owned fraternal organization, as well as a holistic financial services organization, dedicated to serving the unique needs of our clients. We focus on their goals and priorities, guiding them toward financial choices that will help them live the life they want today—and tomorrow.

Job Summary    As a member of the Business Risk Management leadership team, develops and implements strategic and operational plans related to the implementation of BRM’s vision, mission and overall goals and objectives. Serves as liaison to senior executives in Corporate divisions including Digital, Data & Technology (DD&T), Information Security and Privacy, Legal, among others. Prepares and delivers presentations to Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, when called upon.

Further responsibilities include overseeing BRM’s data analytics center of excellence and managing co-sourcing relationships. This position works closely with the business leaders and BRM staff in developing and executing the BRM audit plan. Manages and develops staff carrying out risk assessments and audit assignments.
** Job Responsibilities and Duties
*** Provides support and guidance to senior business leaders in identifying, analyzing and managing their business risks in relation to desired business objectives.
* Leads efforts to assess risks, develop an audit plan and conduct audit and advisory projects over information technology and related risks. Manages assurance and advisory projects within desired budgets and timelines.
* Maintains extensive subject matter expertise in the area of IT, business environment risks, and related governance practices. Monitors and keeps abreast of industry and technology developments and risks and determine the impact on Thrivent.  Makes any necessary adjustments to audit plans regarding emerging risks.
* Works with Head of BRM in support of departmental planning, budgeting, recruiting and results measurement (scorecard) as well as providing the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors with relevant and useful information.
* Leads innovation efforts within the department, such as the use of artificial intelligence in internal audit, and including overseeing delivery of data analytics to the BRM department.
* Coordinate efforts with external auditors to enhance the quality of information available to them and avoid redundancy of efforts.  Reviews the results from relevant audits and exams performed by outside auditors and regulatory agencies to ensure appropriate corrective actions are taken.
* Recruits, develops, and sustains a high-performing team while promoting a culture of shared accountability, operational excellence, and partnership across the organization. Supervises and provides work direction to staff and co-sourcing resources to ensure the successful completion of department objectives.
* Models Thrivent’s leadership competencies – Model the Way, Rally the Team, and Deliver Outcomes
* Supports and/or develops an environment in which Thrivent employees and colleagues are focused on continuous improvement, exceptional employee engagement, and an unwavering commitment to our stakeholders.  Shapes and/or supports a culture that represents the Thrivent purpose, promise and values, ensuring that Thrivent’s trust and reputation remain strong with its stakeholders.
** Job Qualifications
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* Required:

*** Bachelor’s degree in MIS, business administration, accounting, or finance.  (Other degrees considered with sufficient, relevant work experience.)  Advanced degree desirable.
* Significant progressive experience (10+ years) leading teams in IT audit, security, risk, controls or information technology.
* Deep understanding of IT and audit…