About this opportunity
Ally lists this Director – Technology Testing Risk/Controls and Testing – CFO BL Risk opportunity in charlotte, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Director – Technology Testing Risk/Controls and Testing – CFO BL Risk role at Ally. Lead the Technology Control Testing program within the CFO Group Business Line Risk function to test key controls in the IT/IS environment and support Ally’s SOX requirements.
The Work Itself
Take appropriate actions to mitigate excessive risk; implement policies, programs, practices and supporting technology that assess, monitor and report the risk profile to internal/external stakeholders (e.g. management, regulators, auditors)
Provide technical expertise in the Risk Management Framework including Risk and Control Self Assessments, and Key Risk Indicators
Provide leadership and subject matter expertise/training to business units and corporate functions to support compliance with framework components
Manage the performance and development of testing team resources who are responsible for the Technology Control Testing program; maintain appropriate employee budget and headcount expectations
Stay abreast of research and benchmarking to enhance, update and maintain sound Risk Management practices in alignment with regulatory requirements and industry practices
Direct the audit focus to key risks and ensure efficient, effective, and high-quality delivery, in compliance with professional standards and audit policies. Oversight of the Technology Control Test Strategy to include:
Scope and definition of testing and monitoring plans
Roles and responsibilities
Standards and practices for testing and monitoring key controls
Reporting
Collaborate with key IT management to foster positive working relationships, promote Audit’s image, provide control advice and issue trends and to stay abreast of major business activities
Coach team members in testing methodology, designing test objectives, test execution, and evidence evaluation
Monitor change control processes to ensure scheduled/coordinated evaluation of key controls and ensure completion of SOX plan within designated timeframes
Direct the execution and completion of large and/or complex system pre-implementation projects on a timely basis, including the assessment of related IT risks
Recommend and manage action plans to address identified risks or failure points based on control testing
Implement holistic, centralized report strategy that summarizes results of key control testing and establishes a method for escalating performance indicators and risk issues to lines of business
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal business partners
Prepare for and conduct key meetings and presentations with management and/or executive leadership
Qualifications
7+ years of relevant experience in the financial services industry with background in risk management or audit; experience working in financial controls, governance, or other testing function required, along with directing and leading large teams
2-3+ years of people leadership experience
Demonstrated ability to design, implement and manage risk management programs with working knowledge of risk management concepts and components (e.g., policy/procedures, governance, reporting, self-assessments) in a regulated environment (e.g. FDIC, FFIEC guidelines)
Demonstrated understanding of risk management concepts and relevant risk-based integrated process auditing and the relationship between audit risk assessment and audit objectives
Bachelor\'s degree in accounting, finance, business or related field (Information Systems, Business, Accounting, or other related field of study) with a higher degree in IT or other related field of study desirable.
Relevant professional certification in a related field (CIA, CISA, CISSP, CPA, etc.) is required
Ability to leverage technical expertise and relationships to contribute to strategy and drive business results; 2-3+ years of people leadership experience
Benefits and Our Backing
Ally\'s compensation program offers market-competitive base pay and pay-for-performance incentives (bonuses) based on achieving personal and company goals. Our Total Rewards program includes industry-leading compensation and benefits plus additional incentives designed to meet your needs and those of your family.
Time Away: 20 paid time off days plus 11 paid holidays and 8 hours of volunteer time off yearly (prorated based on start date and work status).
Planning for the Future: 401K with matching and company contributions, student loan pay downs and 529 educational save up assistance, tuition reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan, and financial learning center and coach access.
Health & Well-being: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, HSA with employer contributions, Healthcare FSA, critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity insurance, and well-being program.
Building a Family: adoption, surrogacy and fertility assistance, paid parental and caregiver leave, Dependent Day Care FSA, backup childcare and elder care.
Work-Life Integration: Mindfully designed EAP, discounted programs and other perks.
Other: travel allowances, relocation assistance, signing bonus and/or equity possible depending on role.
Who We Are
Ally Financial is a customer-centric, leading digital financial services company focused on Doing it Right and being a trusted provider to its customers. For more information, visit
Ally is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants. For accommodation requests, email
Base Pay Range : $ - $ USD
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Worksite address
charlotte, NC, 28245, US
Who can apply
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