FAIT - IT Risk Assessment (Senior/Assistant Manager Positions)

FAIT - IT Risk Assessment (Senior/Assistant Manager) – Dublin

General Information  

Location: Dublin

Business Area: UKI Assurance  

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time  

Recruiter: Matthew Creane

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. 

The digital evolution continues to transform the IT risk profile at pace. Organizations need to continue to ensure they understand and respond appropriately to the new risks by introducing robust internal control frameworks.

The opportunity:

In response to this, we are looking for high-performing, innovative and enthusiastic candidates to join our growing team of IT Risk Assurance professionals who are building a better working world by helping global organisations to identify, understand and respond to the current and emerging IT risks. 

Successful candidates will join the IT Risk Assurance at EY. Our focus areas include IT General controls reviews (ITGC), IT Automated controls (ITACs), IPE testing as part of financial audits, ISO 27001 audits, Third Party controls reporting and wide range of framework specific controls assurance (SOx, Japanese Sox, ITIL etc), Emerging Technologies, IT system implementation review, etc. There will be opportunities to work across the focus areas within the wider team.

Your key responsibilities:

This role will place you at the heart of a high-energy, agile team that is committed to helping clients navigate the ever-changing IT risk landscape . This opportunity will enable you to work with leading organisations to deliver better outcomes on some of the world’s most pressing technology risk issues. You will interact with EY colleagues globally and work across our different sectors and business activities.

EY is looking for senior consultants to help clients understand and respond to IT risks to the extent they impact business processes and key reporting. Key service areas include:

• IT General controls reviews (ITGC)
• IT Application controls testing (ITACs)
• Third party reporting (ISAE3402, SOC1 and SOC2)
• Control testing as per SOx regulations
• ISO27001 audits
• Cyber assessments as part of the financial audit
• Controls remediation support
• Internal controls implementation support

Skills and attributes for success:

We are looking for individuals who have a passion for helping clients to understand their IT risks and develop / recommend appropriate controls. Passionate about technology and emerging trends. Growth mindset , willing to consciously develop and support others in their growth journey. 

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• An undergraduate or graduate degree in business, IT or accounting qualification.
• Experience working in an Accounting Firm
• Good knowledge of the SOC reporting requirements
• At least 4 years’ experience working in an IT audit
• Good knowledge of IT risks and controls
• Experience in the following areas:
  • IT Fundamentals – logical security, change management, system development and service management
  • Database and operation systems  e.g. Oracle, Windows, mainframe
  • Knowledge of common IT standards such as COSO and COBIT
• Proven track record of outstanding performance and display a high level of people and business skills.
• Shown an on-going commitment to your personal and professional development through continuing education and development.
• A dedication to teamwork and leadership.
• Good knowledge of emerging technology
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a strong client focus across multiple client engagement teams, sharing responsibility, providing support and coaching to junior team members, developing relationships, and maintaining communication with senior team members.
• Ability to think laterally and adapt previous experience and solutions to new projects.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic team and environment.

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g.CISA, CISM, CISSP,  ISO27001 Lead Auditor) is considered an advantage.
• Relevant work experience. Prior IT audit experience with BIG4 firms, or industry experience is an advantage.

What we offer:

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

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