Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Manager of Internal Audit and Information Security. Candidate will manage independent assessments of the Information Technology and Security environment, risk management, and other objectives as needed. The role is responsible for defining the proper scope, approach, and quality are integrated into each audit and that regulatory, operational, and strategic risks are sufficiently mitigated by Management. This role will also be required to present recommendations for improvements to the Internal Audit Leadership and finding owners. In addition, as a manager you will own the coaching of your direct reports, developing their skills and supporting their career development. Responsibilities: Aid in the development of the risk assessment and comprehensive audit plan on an annual basis. Lead multiple audits and validations simultaneously. Defining and leading the execution of audit projects in accordance with the annual audit plan. Owning the audit quality, accuracy of results, and delivery in a timely manner. Leading audits related to organization changes including business requirements definitions, technology implementations (eg, changes to the supported business processes), engagement and alignment of change initiatives to business objectives. Ability to clearly articulate professional principles and standards (eg, AICPA, IIA IPPF, COBIT, NIST CSF) and the relevancy to risk management and impact on policies and procedures. In addition, leveraging these principles and standards to test and evaluate corporate risk management processes and controls. Maintaining an understanding of policies, procedures, standards, and supporting technologies, and educating staff accordingly, to effectively identify potential risks and alternatives to mitigate risk exposure leveraging leading practices. Keeping current on leading practices and emerging risks within the financial services industry and making recommendations for improvements as necessary. Serving as a liaison with external parties and regulators to facilitate timely and efficient external reviews, knowledge transfer, and controls and process education. Supporting other department-wide activities such as but not limited to peer reviews of audit deliverables, policy and procedure development and refinement, etc. Lead and implement strategic initiatives related to new audit programs/processes, technology or other initiatives. Planning, leading and reporting for risk-based and special request audit assignments. Proactively identifying regulatory, operational, and/or strategic risks to the organization and deliver recommendations for improvements to senior leadership. Developing and maintaining effective relationships with business groups and leadership and partnering with management. Effectively lead audit staff, providing direction, clearly defined performance expectations, coaching and feedback, and recognition/motivation. Providing oversight and coaching to the team, both internal and/or co-sourced resources, confirming the delivery, quality and auditee experience. Qualifications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to handle potentially sensitive situations and discussions. Strong problem solving and analytical capabilities. Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports. Ability to work independently or as part of a team, prioritizing multiple audit assignments to simultaneously complete each in a timely fashion. Experience working in a complex, fast paced environment. Experience using the principles, practices, and techniques involved in conducting audits in accordance with the requirements set forth in the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing published by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). [Preferred] Consulting and/or accounting firm experience. [Preferred] Experience in Financial Services/Security Industry and working with regulations such as Regulation Systems Compliance and Integrity (Reg SCI). Technical Skills: [Required] Microsoft Office applications [Required] Proficiency using Archer or other audit or Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) software [Required] Familiarity with security tools such as: CyberArk, Splunk, SailPoint [Required] Familiarity with change management tools such as: ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence, GitHub [Preferred] Familiarity with databases such as: Oracle, DB2, SQL [Preferred] Familiarity with cloud based solutions: AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, Workday Education and/or Experience: [Required] Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. [Required] 5+ years of experience (audit-related) in conducting risk-based Information Technology and Security audits and projects, cyber security reviews, and internal audits. Certificates or Licenses: [One of these required] Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or equivalent.
03/05/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Manager of Internal Audit and Information Security. Candidate will manage independent assessments of the Information Technology and Security environment, risk management, and other objectives as needed. The role is responsible for defining the proper scope, approach, and quality are integrated into each audit and that regulatory, operational, and strategic risks are sufficiently mitigated by Management. This role will also be required to present recommendations for improvements to the Internal Audit Leadership and finding owners. In addition, as a manager you will own the coaching of your direct reports, developing their skills and supporting their career development. Responsibilities: Aid in the development of the risk assessment and comprehensive audit plan on an annual basis. Lead multiple audits and validations simultaneously. Defining and leading the execution of audit projects in accordance with the annual audit plan. Owning the audit quality, accuracy of results, and delivery in a timely manner. Leading audits related to organization changes including business requirements definitions, technology implementations (eg, changes to the supported business processes), engagement and alignment of change initiatives to business objectives. Ability to clearly articulate professional principles and standards (eg, AICPA, IIA IPPF, COBIT, NIST CSF) and the relevancy to risk management and impact on policies and procedures. In addition, leveraging these principles and standards to test and evaluate corporate risk management processes and controls. Maintaining an understanding of policies, procedures, standards, and supporting technologies, and educating staff accordingly, to effectively identify potential risks and alternatives to mitigate risk exposure leveraging leading practices. Keeping current on leading practices and emerging risks within the financial services industry and making recommendations for improvements as necessary. Serving as a liaison with external parties and regulators to facilitate timely and efficient external reviews, knowledge transfer, and controls and process education. Supporting other department-wide activities such as but not limited to peer reviews of audit deliverables, policy and procedure development and refinement, etc. Lead and implement strategic initiatives related to new audit programs/processes, technology or other initiatives. Planning, leading and reporting for risk-based and special request audit assignments. Proactively identifying regulatory, operational, and/or strategic risks to the organization and deliver recommendations for improvements to senior leadership. Developing and maintaining effective relationships with business groups and leadership and partnering with management. Effectively lead audit staff, providing direction, clearly defined performance expectations, coaching and feedback, and recognition/motivation. Providing oversight and coaching to the team, both internal and/or co-sourced resources, confirming the delivery, quality and auditee experience. Qualifications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to handle potentially sensitive situations and discussions. Strong problem solving and analytical capabilities. Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports. Ability to work independently or as part of a team, prioritizing multiple audit assignments to simultaneously complete each in a timely fashion. Experience working in a complex, fast paced environment. Experience using the principles, practices, and techniques involved in conducting audits in accordance with the requirements set forth in the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing published by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). [Preferred] Consulting and/or accounting firm experience. [Preferred] Experience in Financial Services/Security Industry and working with regulations such as Regulation Systems Compliance and Integrity (Reg SCI). Technical Skills: [Required] Microsoft Office applications [Required] Proficiency using Archer or other audit or Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) software [Required] Familiarity with security tools such as: CyberArk, Splunk, SailPoint [Required] Familiarity with change management tools such as: ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence, GitHub [Preferred] Familiarity with databases such as: Oracle, DB2, SQL [Preferred] Familiarity with cloud based solutions: AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, Workday Education and/or Experience: [Required] Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. [Required] 5+ years of experience (audit-related) in conducting risk-based Information Technology and Security audits and projects, cyber security reviews, and internal audits. Certificates or Licenses: [One of these required] Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or equivalent.
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Manager of Internal Audit and Information Security. Candidate will manage independent assessments of the Information Technology and Security environment, risk management, and other objectives as needed. The role is responsible for defining the proper scope, approach, and quality are integrated into each audit and that regulatory, operational, and strategic risks are sufficiently mitigated by Management. This role will also be required to present recommendations for improvements to the Internal Audit Leadership and finding owners. In addition, as a manager you will own the coaching of your direct reports, developing their skills and supporting their career development. Responsibilities: Aid in the development of the risk assessment and comprehensive audit plan on an annual basis. Lead multiple audits and validations simultaneously. Defining and leading the execution of audit projects in accordance with the annual audit plan. Owning the audit quality, accuracy of results, and delivery in a timely manner. Leading audits related to organization changes including business requirements definitions, technology implementations (eg, changes to the supported business processes), engagement and alignment of change initiatives to business objectives. Ability to clearly articulate professional principles and standards (eg, AICPA, IIA IPPF, COBIT, NIST CSF) and the relevancy to risk management and impact on policies and procedures. In addition, leveraging these principles and standards to test and evaluate corporate risk management processes and controls. Maintaining an understanding of policies, procedures, standards, and supporting technologies, and educating staff accordingly, to effectively identify potential risks and alternatives to mitigate risk exposure leveraging leading practices. Keeping current on leading practices and emerging risks within the financial services industry and making recommendations for improvements as necessary. Serving as a liaison with external parties and regulators to facilitate timely and efficient external reviews, knowledge transfer, and controls and process education. Supporting other department-wide activities such as but not limited to peer reviews of audit deliverables, policy and procedure development and refinement, etc. Lead and implement strategic initiatives related to new audit programs/processes, technology or other initiatives. Planning, leading and reporting for risk-based and special request audit assignments. Proactively identifying regulatory, operational, and/or strategic risks to the organization and deliver recommendations for improvements to senior leadership. Developing and maintaining effective relationships with business groups and leadership and partnering with management. Effectively lead audit staff, providing direction, clearly defined performance expectations, coaching and feedback, and recognition/motivation. Providing oversight and coaching to the team, both internal and/or co-sourced resources, confirming the delivery, quality and auditee experience. Qualifications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to handle potentially sensitive situations and discussions. Strong problem solving and analytical capabilities. Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports. Ability to work independently or as part of a team, prioritizing multiple audit assignments to simultaneously complete each in a timely fashion. Experience working in a complex, fast paced environment. Experience using the principles, practices, and techniques involved in conducting audits in accordance with the requirements set forth in the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing published by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). [Preferred] Consulting and/or accounting firm experience. [Preferred] Experience in Financial Services/Security Industry and working with regulations such as Regulation Systems Compliance and Integrity (Reg SCI). Technical Skills: [Required] Microsoft Office applications [Required] Proficiency using Archer or other audit or Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) software [Required] Familiarity with security tools such as: CyberArk, Splunk, SailPoint [Required] Familiarity with change management tools such as: ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence, GitHub [Preferred] Familiarity with databases such as: Oracle, DB2, SQL [Preferred] Familiarity with cloud based solutions: AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, Workday Education and/or Experience: [Required] Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. [Required] 5+ years of experience (audit-related) in conducting risk-based Information Technology and Security audits and projects, cyber security reviews, and internal audits. Certificates or Licenses: [One of these required] Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or equivalent.
03/05/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Manager of Internal Audit and Information Security. Candidate will manage independent assessments of the Information Technology and Security environment, risk management, and other objectives as needed. The role is responsible for defining the proper scope, approach, and quality are integrated into each audit and that regulatory, operational, and strategic risks are sufficiently mitigated by Management. This role will also be required to present recommendations for improvements to the Internal Audit Leadership and finding owners. In addition, as a manager you will own the coaching of your direct reports, developing their skills and supporting their career development. Responsibilities: Aid in the development of the risk assessment and comprehensive audit plan on an annual basis. Lead multiple audits and validations simultaneously. Defining and leading the execution of audit projects in accordance with the annual audit plan. Owning the audit quality, accuracy of results, and delivery in a timely manner. Leading audits related to organization changes including business requirements definitions, technology implementations (eg, changes to the supported business processes), engagement and alignment of change initiatives to business objectives. Ability to clearly articulate professional principles and standards (eg, AICPA, IIA IPPF, COBIT, NIST CSF) and the relevancy to risk management and impact on policies and procedures. In addition, leveraging these principles and standards to test and evaluate corporate risk management processes and controls. Maintaining an understanding of policies, procedures, standards, and supporting technologies, and educating staff accordingly, to effectively identify potential risks and alternatives to mitigate risk exposure leveraging leading practices. Keeping current on leading practices and emerging risks within the financial services industry and making recommendations for improvements as necessary. Serving as a liaison with external parties and regulators to facilitate timely and efficient external reviews, knowledge transfer, and controls and process education. Supporting other department-wide activities such as but not limited to peer reviews of audit deliverables, policy and procedure development and refinement, etc. Lead and implement strategic initiatives related to new audit programs/processes, technology or other initiatives. Planning, leading and reporting for risk-based and special request audit assignments. Proactively identifying regulatory, operational, and/or strategic risks to the organization and deliver recommendations for improvements to senior leadership. Developing and maintaining effective relationships with business groups and leadership and partnering with management. Effectively lead audit staff, providing direction, clearly defined performance expectations, coaching and feedback, and recognition/motivation. Providing oversight and coaching to the team, both internal and/or co-sourced resources, confirming the delivery, quality and auditee experience. Qualifications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to handle potentially sensitive situations and discussions. Strong problem solving and analytical capabilities. Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports. Ability to work independently or as part of a team, prioritizing multiple audit assignments to simultaneously complete each in a timely fashion. Experience working in a complex, fast paced environment. Experience using the principles, practices, and techniques involved in conducting audits in accordance with the requirements set forth in the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing published by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). [Preferred] Consulting and/or accounting firm experience. [Preferred] Experience in Financial Services/Security Industry and working with regulations such as Regulation Systems Compliance and Integrity (Reg SCI). Technical Skills: [Required] Microsoft Office applications [Required] Proficiency using Archer or other audit or Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) software [Required] Familiarity with security tools such as: CyberArk, Splunk, SailPoint [Required] Familiarity with change management tools such as: ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence, GitHub [Preferred] Familiarity with databases such as: Oracle, DB2, SQL [Preferred] Familiarity with cloud based solutions: AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, Workday Education and/or Experience: [Required] Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. [Required] 5+ years of experience (audit-related) in conducting risk-based Information Technology and Security audits and projects, cyber security reviews, and internal audits. Certificates or Licenses: [One of these required] Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or equivalent.
Lead PHP (Laravel) Developer- £80k + 20% Bonus - Join a fintech specialist supporting financial advisers, property developers and homeowners. As a Lead PHP Developer, your primary focus will be to build a greenfield platform using PHP/Laravel to replace their Legacy system (Zend). You will contribute to architectural decisions, design patterns, engineering practices and implementation. Location: X1-2 week in Watford Office, WD17 1EU Salary: £75,000-£80,000 + 20% bonus Key responsibilities: Assist in architecting, design, development, and implementation of complex web-based applications and core utilities Collaborate with divisional architects, lead engineers and other engineers to set web-based architectural standards for the division Provide a level of mentorship to junior developers (when necessary) Effectively manage time and convey progress whilst working on multiple tasks Assist in improving the company's deployment processes Interpret and evaluate business requirements and contribute to the design of applications Our Expectations for the Ideal Candidate Senior-level Knowledge and Experience with PHP and Laravel Senior-level Knowledge and Experience in JavaScript (Preferable Vue.js) Strong command line use of Git. Knowledge of Zend framework. In-depth experience with MySQL Robust knowledge of cyber security (vulnerabilities, mitigation's, dependencies) Previous experience designing and building cloud SaaS Applications If you're interested in joining a Fintech company that strives to modernise its technology and prides itself on having a strong calibre of in-house engineers. Please get in touch with an up-to-date CV to get a conversation rolling. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
02/05/2024
Full time
Lead PHP (Laravel) Developer- £80k + 20% Bonus - Join a fintech specialist supporting financial advisers, property developers and homeowners. As a Lead PHP Developer, your primary focus will be to build a greenfield platform using PHP/Laravel to replace their Legacy system (Zend). You will contribute to architectural decisions, design patterns, engineering practices and implementation. Location: X1-2 week in Watford Office, WD17 1EU Salary: £75,000-£80,000 + 20% bonus Key responsibilities: Assist in architecting, design, development, and implementation of complex web-based applications and core utilities Collaborate with divisional architects, lead engineers and other engineers to set web-based architectural standards for the division Provide a level of mentorship to junior developers (when necessary) Effectively manage time and convey progress whilst working on multiple tasks Assist in improving the company's deployment processes Interpret and evaluate business requirements and contribute to the design of applications Our Expectations for the Ideal Candidate Senior-level Knowledge and Experience with PHP and Laravel Senior-level Knowledge and Experience in JavaScript (Preferable Vue.js) Strong command line use of Git. Knowledge of Zend framework. In-depth experience with MySQL Robust knowledge of cyber security (vulnerabilities, mitigation's, dependencies) Previous experience designing and building cloud SaaS Applications If you're interested in joining a Fintech company that strives to modernise its technology and prides itself on having a strong calibre of in-house engineers. Please get in touch with an up-to-date CV to get a conversation rolling. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Ltd
Ringwood, Hampshire
This role will have an overriding impact in the way the company delivers Cloud & On-Premise infrastructure services to its customers, which includes the NHS. With a big emphasis on cloud, cyber security and infrastructure management, this role will have you using your broad technical expertise to deliver the most up to date technologies and improve the welfare of patients and medical personnel. You will be joining an ambitious technical services company with a dedicated and ambitious management team with a bright future. Having started life as an IT Services partner to the NHS, the company now employ over 100 personnel and deliver enterprise solutions that have a huge impact on the ability of the NHS to deliver clinical care. The opportunity: - The fundamentals of the role is to support the IT Director to deliver IT Technical Services to enterprise level customers. The role would be suited to a individual who has hands-on experience, with a depth of knowledge in Microsoft stack technology, networking and the fundamentals of Cyber Security and Information Governance. There is training and development in the latter elements listed above, and the role has a long term view to deputise for the IT Director and support strategic decision making, best practice and the technological evolution within the business. Skills & Experience - Have demonstrable skills and experience working in Microsoft Stack Technologies - both on-premise and cloud. Windows Server technologies Networking; WAN, LAN Cloud Computing; Azure, AWS Knowledge of Cyber Essentials, Cyber Security and Information Governance (desirable) Experience working with Infrastructure Services at scale, 10,000+ user base. Experience and/or certified in Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) A proactive, problem solving mindset Able to work autonomously and as part of a technology leadership team Confident, enthusiastic with a pragmatic approach. Experience and/or aptitude to manage and lead teams of engineers Enterprise experience, managing IT services at scale. 000's of users, Servers, client PCs, not just SME environments alone. Experience and skills in Cyber (including Cyber Essentials), at least foundation knowledge of informational governance and UK GDPR. Interpersonal skills to be able to constructively challenge senior technical colleagues to improve outcome and approach This role is subject to a clear standard DBS check being received. Salary, Benefits, Scope: The company have a generous salary and benefits package for the role. Up to £60,000 per annum plus benefits and career progression. The successful candidate will work on-site 5 days a week during probation and 2 to 3 days a week thereafter. How to apply: If you have a CV please hit apply or send it to (see below) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
01/05/2024
Full time
This role will have an overriding impact in the way the company delivers Cloud & On-Premise infrastructure services to its customers, which includes the NHS. With a big emphasis on cloud, cyber security and infrastructure management, this role will have you using your broad technical expertise to deliver the most up to date technologies and improve the welfare of patients and medical personnel. You will be joining an ambitious technical services company with a dedicated and ambitious management team with a bright future. Having started life as an IT Services partner to the NHS, the company now employ over 100 personnel and deliver enterprise solutions that have a huge impact on the ability of the NHS to deliver clinical care. The opportunity: - The fundamentals of the role is to support the IT Director to deliver IT Technical Services to enterprise level customers. The role would be suited to a individual who has hands-on experience, with a depth of knowledge in Microsoft stack technology, networking and the fundamentals of Cyber Security and Information Governance. There is training and development in the latter elements listed above, and the role has a long term view to deputise for the IT Director and support strategic decision making, best practice and the technological evolution within the business. Skills & Experience - Have demonstrable skills and experience working in Microsoft Stack Technologies - both on-premise and cloud. Windows Server technologies Networking; WAN, LAN Cloud Computing; Azure, AWS Knowledge of Cyber Essentials, Cyber Security and Information Governance (desirable) Experience working with Infrastructure Services at scale, 10,000+ user base. Experience and/or certified in Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) A proactive, problem solving mindset Able to work autonomously and as part of a technology leadership team Confident, enthusiastic with a pragmatic approach. Experience and/or aptitude to manage and lead teams of engineers Enterprise experience, managing IT services at scale. 000's of users, Servers, client PCs, not just SME environments alone. Experience and skills in Cyber (including Cyber Essentials), at least foundation knowledge of informational governance and UK GDPR. Interpersonal skills to be able to constructively challenge senior technical colleagues to improve outcome and approach This role is subject to a clear standard DBS check being received. Salary, Benefits, Scope: The company have a generous salary and benefits package for the role. Up to £60,000 per annum plus benefits and career progression. The successful candidate will work on-site 5 days a week during probation and 2 to 3 days a week thereafter. How to apply: If you have a CV please hit apply or send it to (see below) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.