Technology Associate Specialist - Strategic Remediation Validation Testing (Audit and Control testing) at Northern Trust

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, IT/Cyber security, and/or risk management
10+ years of risk and control or internal audit experience inclusive of any direct Technology control/validation testing experience
Expertise in risks related to information technology, cyber security, IT General Controls (ITGCs), application controls, IT platforms and related technologies and data governance components
Strong working knowledge of IT risk frameworks (ITIL, COSO, COBIT, NIST, ISO, etc.) and Technology testing methodologies
Deep understanding of other assurance-based activities including Technology controls monitoring

Responsibilities

Demonstrate excellent communication and leadership to influence a wide range of stakeholders
Demonstrate strong initiative, project management, people skills, sound decision-making, intuitive thinking, and sensitivity to cultural diversity
Display strong presentation and influence skills
Establish and develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders
Accurately design and execute the quality control/validation approach and ensure that quality control/validation documentation is clear, concise, supports the reviews performed, and explains decisions made
Identify and analyze risks, plan and prioritize validation tasks for on-time delivery, conduct interviews, observe operations, document and analyze processes and controls
Exercise responsibility over the execution of assigned regulatory validation projects and/or deliverables to ensure that work is performed promptly and accurately
Develop and show an understanding of the business risks, controls, and processes, along with an understanding of relevant laws, regulatory rules and knowledge of the impact of systems within areas reviewed
Escalate and/or communicate with relevant stakeholders to discuss the issues raised during the quality control/validation activities and agree path forward for resolution

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AuditControl TestingValidation TestingRemediationCybersecurityData GovernanceRegulatory ComplianceTechnology AssuranceFinancial Assurance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this position?

This is a full-time position.

Is this role remote or does it require office presence?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are required for this Technology Associate Specialist role?

The role requires proven expertise in financial services assurance and validation testing with a focus on technology, cyber, and data, along with strong communication, leadership, project management, presentation, and influence skills.

What is the team structure and reporting for this position?

This is a newly created individual contributor role within the Global Strategic Remediation Oversight and Governance (SROG) team, part of the Global Regulatory Affairs Office, reporting to the Remediation Validation Testing Manager.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

A strong candidate will have expertise in financial services assurance, validation testing focused on technology, cyber, and data, plus excellent communication, leadership, project management, and stakeholder relationship skills to influence senior management.