Consultant, Governance Risk and Controls

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As a Consultant, Governance and Control, you will join CIBC’s Governance Risk & Controls area to support SOX and non-SOX related control testing for all of CIBC’s applications and infrastructure and support US Regional Controls testing. The Consultant, Governance and Controls uses independent judgement to determine methods and approaches to work, liaising with internal and external sources to obtain, provide, verify, and discuss information and best practices.

Acting as a resource integrator for their area, the role independently documents findings of research, analysis, and calculations, developing models, detailed plans, reports, findings and conclusions for use in the decision making process.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role you’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-3 days per week on‐site, while other days will be remote.

• Control Testing - On a quarterly basis, you will be assigned a number of Business Controls with various Line of Businesses and document the test results with appropriate evidence gathered to satisfy the control steps or otherwise. Once completed you will forward test results for review and communicate deficiencies to the Senior Manager, Governance and Control and the Senior Risk Advisor.
  
  Ensure that test results are aligned as needed with regulatory requirements.
• Audit & Risk Assessment - You will participate in the preparation of the risk assessment package and engage with appropriate parties to gather artifacts required for the control tests. You will attend and actively participate in client meetings with Internal Audit and our external Audit firm (E&Y).

• You demonstrate experience in Business Audit, Controls and Governance, identifying gaps, assessing controls and making recommendations for improvements with a working knowledge of requirements of CIBC’s Control Framework. We are looking for a consultant with at least 3 years of experience in this space.
• You're a certified professional. You have current accreditation and good standing CIA, CISSP, CISA. Knowledge of regulatory requirements and guidelines across various rules and regulations.
• Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.
• You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.
• You're driven by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to bring a shared vision to life.
• You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships, and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You build trust through respect and authenticity.
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork and accountability.

Prior to starting in this role, security checks, including a criminal record check must be successfully completed to the satisfaction of CIBC. An annual criminal record check may also be required.

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and Moment…