Sr Manager | Manager IT Audit, Assurance, and Advisory Services

Job Description

Execute and deliver data-driven, risk-based engagement results. Lead the execution of technology-related audits, review, advisory projects, process reviews and reports. Contribute knowledge in risk, technology, and business optimization.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with client and leadership to identify, understand, prioritize, and execute projects to enhance operational effectiveness and protect organizational value.
• Leads delivery of emerging techniques and technology which provide insights, efficiencies, increased assurance, and continuous improvements for assurance and advisory services.
• Leads the assessment of information technology risk across a wide range of areas, including business systems, cybersecurity, IT governance, IT regulatory and compliance requirements, business continuity and disaster recovery.
• Supports the vision and strategic direction of the technology assurance and advisory teams to ensure the resources meet short and long-term objectives.
• Consults on departmental policy, operations, and related compliance requirements.
• Establishes self as a trusted advisor with business units' IT management providing on-going risk and control consultation.
• Oversees coordination with external auditors and co/out-source partners for IT assurance.
• Manages decisions and results of independent reviews performed by the technology assurance and advisory teams.
• Reviews and approves all scope and objectives, test plans, budgets, planning documents, draft reports, correspondence and final technology assurance and advisory reports to ensure work papers support conclusions and are in compliance with professional standards and company policy.
• Oversees and manages the monitoring and follow-up of action plans and reports on completeness and status.
• Reviews results, and recommendations related to data analytics, special projects and investigations, as needed.
• Collaborates with data analytics' team on leveraging data tools and techniques to provide better coverage of technologies and systems being audited.
• Assists in preparation of operational, regulatory, compliance, and fraud risk assessments at the entity level.
• Assists in developing annual assurance and advisory plans and goals including tracking and monitoring achievement.
• Assists in preparation of Board Committee materials.
• Exercises discretion in the review of controls to ensure confidentiality of all matters and data.
• Manages project timelines and deadlines.
• Implements departmental training plan.
• Ensures open communication and excellent customer services is maintained with client, leadership, and executives.
• Supervise/manage a department and have authority over hiring/firing/performance decisions.
• Work is primarily performed in a climate-controlled office setting.
• Work may require travel, including overnight stays.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, or other related field, and five-plus (5+) years of audit, information technology, or an equivalent discipline, experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Leadership experience required.
• Certifications or pursuit of CISA, CIA, CRISC, or equivalent in auditing required.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity, information security, data privacy standards, and the associated control frameworks.
• Knowledge of authoritative and regulatory issues governing IT, auditing, gaming, federal contracting, or other fields required to oversee assurance and advisory initiatives.
• Knowledge of entity-level risk management and strong management/leadership skills.
• Knowledge of analytics and visualization tools and technologies such as SQL, Alteryx, VBA, SSRS, Python, and/or Power BI.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office products.
• Advanced verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to interact with senior management, executives, and Board of Directors.
• Ability to lead, influence, and coach others to the best level of performance.
• Ability to navigate conflicting drivers and priorities.
• Ability to adapt to dynamic situations.
• Ability to recognize control weaknesses and opportunities for process/operational improvements and develop viable risk mitigation strategies.
• Ability to effectively apply technology assurance practices for new and changing situations including new industry.
• Ability to view control issues and concerns from the perspective of Board Committees and senior management.

Required Skills

• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
• Critical Thinking
• Leadership and Team Management
• Project Management
• Technical and Information Systems Acumen

About the Team

Cherokee Nation Businesses is a dynamic company that drives growth and innovation for the Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the United States and our sole shareholder. As the holding company of our diverse family of businesses, we offer exciting opportunities for those who are committed to our values and passionate about advancing our mission and your career. Our employees are part of something bigger. Every day, we explore new ways to grow the company and contribute to the success of the Cherokee Nation - improving the lives of our tribal citizens and the communities we are a part of. If you're looking for a career where you can make an impact, contribute to growth and be a part of something meaningful, CNB is a place where you can thrive. Elite Benefits Program (for eligible employees) :

• Comprehensive Medical Plan: including a $0 deductible plan for you to choose from for what is best for you and your family.
• Preparing You For the Future: Contribute to a fully vested, 6% employer match 401(k) plan to help prepare you for retirement.
• Financial Incentives: Earn incentives based on company performance or take advantage of our employee referral program, tuition reimbursement program, nationwide employee discount program & an employee emergency fund.
• Your Health in Mind: Access to free health clinics at select locations & 24/7 telemedicine access.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer maternity, paternal, and adoption leave, as well as flexible spending accounts & voluntary benefits for added peace of mind.

A Company with a Purpose:

• Guided by our Shared Enterprise Values:
• • Work with Purpose, Serve with Purpose
  • Gadugi - Work together for the common good
  • Exemplify Integrity in everything we do
  • Be Intentional in planning & Committed in delivery
• Your work has a lasting impact. CNB reinvests 63% of our profits back into the company reinvesting in our core businesses, funding our growth and further creating opportunities for our employees. The other 37% of our profits are delivered to the Cherokee Nation as a dividend to support crucial programs & services that improve the lives the Cherokee citizens & our communities.

Job Info

• Job Identification 31180
• Job Category Finance
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Tulsa - Marshall Building (OK)