Senior Advisor, Internal Audit and IT Specialist

As a Senior Advisor, Internal Audit and IT Project Management Specialist, you perform auditing activities and provide support for IT initiatives in collaboration with the first lines of defence. You support operational control and help create value for Desjardins Group. You lead and influence development projects and innovative, cross-sector initiatives. You help develop and recommend directions and positions for the business sectors and support functions. More specifically, you will be required to:

• Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the control and oversight framework for project management and delivery

• Advise your partners and colleagues to help them position risks, plan and develop action plans and monitor the execution of these plans. These activities tie in with Desjardins Group’s critical cross-sector projects and strategic initiatives

• Identify the risks of technological impacts in the integration of various solutions, ensure compliance with internal and regulatory guidelines and frameworks, and ensure alignment with industry best practices

• Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of Desjardins Group’s activities to independently examine governance, control and risk management processes

• Present results to the managers responsible for audited activities.

• Develop an overall understanding of the organization and cross-sector considerations

• Play an essential role by helping improve functional, organizational and technological aspects

What we offer*

• Competitive salary and annual bonus

• 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year

• Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement

• Group insurance including telemedicine

• Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

* Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

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What you bring to the table

• Bachelor's degree in IT, computer engineering or a related field

• A minimum of six years of relevant experience

• Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered

• Experience delivering multiple large-scale projects at the same time

• Knowledge of French is required

• Intermediate knowledge of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients

• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall and Hybrid)    

• Knowledge of IT environments (network infrastructure, systems, data) 

• General knowledge of internal control frameworks (COSO, COBIT or other) 

• General knowledge of ITIL and IT4IT frameworks 

• Knowledge of the three lines of defence model and risk management

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At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

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