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Senior Analyst, IT Control Quality Assurance; Global Security Jobs in Toronto, Canada at 0000050007 Royal Bank of Canada
Position: Senior Analyst, IT Control Quality Assurance (Global Security)
WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
RBC Global IT Risk (GITR) team enables the protection of RBC’s brand, systems, and operations by equipping business and technology partners with meaningful insights, advice, and information on RBC IT & cyber risks. The Senior Analyst, IT Controls QC is a key contributor within the independent quality control function focused on ensuring IT control testing is complete, consistent, and audit ready.
This role executes hands‑on QC reviews of IT control testing work papers and evidence, identifies testing quality gaps, and partners with test teams to drive timely remediation. The Senior Analyst also supports continuous improvement by helping maintain QC checklists, trackers, and associated governing documents/playbooks.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Execute QC Reviews of IT Control Testing Work papers; perform independent QC review of IT control testing across all domains including: access management, change management, IT operations, secure coding, and more. Identify deficiencies in testing quality and documentation. Drive timely remediation and rework with clear requirements and deadlines. Work alongside Test Performers and Test Leads to correct any QC observations.
- Execute QC Reviews of Downstream Observation Responses; review 1
LOD responses to 2
LOD or 3
LOD inquiries and observations. Ensure workpaper updates are consistent with responses to review & challenge.
- Support Standardization of QC Templates, Testing Methodology, and Other Job Aids; use and reinforce enterprise Testing/QC standards. Provide feedback to improve QC tools: checklists, tracker, process documentation. Suggest examples of “what good looks like” and standard language for common observations. Assist with maintaining consistency across testers and domains. Maintain a thorough understanding of the organization’s governing policies and standards, IT control testing methodologies, and related regulatory and compliance standards.
- Contribute to QC Reporting & Continuous Improvement; identify repeat observations which could lead to thematic guidance or training opportunities. Identify opportunities to reduce rework via changes to documentation, procedures, or templates.
- Maintain QC Artifacts & Execute Controls; execute QC controls as directed by management. Ensure QC artifacts and evidence are properly managed and stored on internal sites or within enterprise tools to ensure proper traceability and retention.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
- Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, accounting, finance, engineering, or related field. Preferred
Certifications:
CRISC, CISA, CISSP.
- Over four years of experience testing or performing quality control of IT controls preferably within financial services industry. Experience or understanding of IT risk management practices in financial services industry.
- Proficient at written and oral communication skills to effectively and timely communicate with stakeholders. Analytical and rationale thinking, supported by strong writing skills, are essential to document and communicate the quality control work. Ability to understand stakeholders’ expectations for information/communication.
- A strong understanding of technology and/or financial services industry. Knowledge of FINRA, SEC, MSRB, FRBNY and OCC rules and regulations.
- Deadline-driven and results-oriented; able to meet consistently high-quality standards while handling a variety of tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
NICE‑TO‑HAVE
- Risk and Control management knowledge and industry experience across Information Technology (IT) domains.
- Working experience in cybersecurity and/or IT risk management spaces.
- Big 4 IT risk consulting and/or audit experience.
JOB SKILLS
- Business Process Design
- Critical Thinking
- Economic Analysis
- Financial Derivatives
- Financial Instruments
- Fraud Risk Management
- Industry Knowledge
- Investment Risk Management
- Risk Control
- Risk Management
ADDITIONAL
JOB DETAILS
Address: 16 YORK ST:
TORONTO
City: Toronto
Country: Canada
Work hours/week: 37.5
Employment Type: Full time
Platform: TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS
Job Type: Regular
Pay Type: Salaried
Posted Date:
Final date to receive applications: (Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Final date to receive applications date above)
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Title: Senior Analyst, IT Control Quality Assurance; Global Security
Company: 0000050007 Royal Bank of Canada
Location: Toronto, Canada
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