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At PwC, our people in audit and assurance focus on providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements, internal controls, and other assurable information enhancing the credibility and reliability of this information with a variety of stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls. In digital assurance at PwC, you will focus on providing assurance services over clients' digital environment, including processes and controls, cyber security measures, data and AI systems, and their associated governance, to help organisations and their stakeholders build trust in their technology while complying with relevant regulations. Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team member’s unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our Firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same. Skills Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to: Analyse and identify the linkages and interactions between the component parts of an entire system. Take ownership of projects, ensuring their successful planning, budgeting, execution, and completion. Partner with team leadership to ensure collective ownership of quality, timelines, and deliverables. Develop skills outside your comfort zone, and encourage others to do the same. Effectively mentor others. Use the review of work as an opportunity to deepen the expertise of team members. Address conflicts or issues, engaging in difficult conversations with clients, team members and other stakeholders, escalating where appropriate. Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements. Minimum Degree(s) Chartered Accountant/CPA or Equivalent or, Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, Management Information Systems & Accounting, Computer and Information Science, Computer and Information Science & Accounting, Information Science, Economics, Economics and Finance, Economics and Finance & Technology, Business Administration/Management, Engineering, Accounting & Technology, Technology Mathematics, Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, and/or other relevant degree Certification Required CISA / CPA / CA (Charted Accountant) Good to have – ISO 27001 / CRISC / CISSP / CC Minimum Years of Experience: 7+ years of relevant experience Preferred Knowledge/Skills Knowledge and understanding of the auditing methodology. Understanding of IT general controls and financial reporting concepts. Knowledge and understanding of cyber security frameworks, standards, and best practices such as NIST Cybersecurity framework, GDPR, ISO 27001, etc Working experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems and processes would be a plus Experience in leading ITGC engagements in the areas of systems development, change management, computer operations and access to programs and data. Hands on experience on auditing IGA tools & cyber maturity assessments Have a basic understanding of the technical aspects of information systems, as well as an understanding of IT infrastructure which includes applications, databases, networks and operating systems Operating knowledge of cyber security concepts and compliance regulations such as NYDFS Knowledge of Operating Systems like Windows, Unix, Linux etc. will help. Knowledge of DBs like Oracle, SQL, DB2 etc. will help. Experience in performing the walkthrough (Test of design and Operating Effectiveness). Experience in testing the key reports ensuring the risks (completeness & accuracy) related to IPE's (Information Produced by Entity) are addressed. Knowledge and understanding of control frameworks such as COSO, internal control principles and related regulations including SOX. Experience leading teams, including coaching and review. Direct client facing experience, including communication (e.g. leading client meetings) Strong project management skills. Strong communication skills and direct working relationship with Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with US-based teams and clients. 2+ years of experience in managing engagements and teams in the domains mentioned in the Job Description – Candidates with “Big 4” or equivalent experience would be preferred. Show more Show less
