Director Technology Testing Risk/Controls and Testing CFO BL Risk

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**Ref #** 20312

**Remote?** No

**Ally and Your Career**

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Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and thats more than some cliche people put on job postings. We live this stuff! We see our people as, well, people - with interests, families, friends, dreams, and causes that are all important to them. Our focus is on the health and safety of our teammates as well as work-life balance and diversity and inclusion. From generous benefits to a variety of employee resource groups, we strive to build paths that encourage employees to stretch themselves professionally. We want to help you grow, develop, and learn new things. Youre constantly evolving, so shouldnt your opportunities be, too?

**The Opportunity**

At Ally, you get a startup feel but experience the benefits of a company thats worked out the kinks and is fulfilling its purpose. Were always evolving and see that as a good thing. From owning our work to seeing its impact in the real world, our team is relentless in finding new ways technology can help make experiences better and help people. We are problem solvers, we value diverse thinking, we support one another, and we challenge ourselves to think bigger in the journey to deliver customer-obsessed tech solutions.

We are seeking a Director on the CFO Group Business Line Risk Testing team to lead the Technology Control Testing program. As part of the CFO Group Business Line Risk function, the Director will oversee the program for testing key controls within the IT/IS environment. The Director will assess risk and oversee the development of efficient and effective control audit plans; conclude and report on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, governance and risk management; and execute on the overall strategy primarily to support Allys SOX requirements. The successful candidate will have experience with multi-tasking in a dynamic organization and be detail-oriented with a "roll up the sleeves" attitude. They will also be willing and able to work with partners in the lines of business and Technology, Governance, Risk, and Compliance functions, to determine business needs and establish strategies and action plans. The candidate will also be responsible for audit project management, resource management, and relationship management within the CFO Group Business Line Risk function and across other Ally Business Lines. The position involves frequent interaction with all levels of the organization.

**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:

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* Scope and definition of testing and monitoring plans

* Roles and responsibilities

* Standards and practices for testing and monitoring key controls

* Issues Management protocols

* 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 and changes in the business; and consider impacts to the Technology Control Testing Program

* Coach team members in testing methodology, designing test objectives, test execution, and evidence evaluation, which includes the review of design and operational effectiveness test results

* 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; support the needs of other stakeholders as needed

* Prepare for and conduct key meetings and presentations with management and/or executive leadership

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**The Skills You Bring**

* 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 results2-3+ years of people leadership experience

**How We'll Have Your Back**

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Ally's compensation program offers market-competitive base pay and pay-for-performance incentives (bonuses) based on achieving personal and company goals. But Allys total compensation - or total rewards - extends beyond your paycheck and is designed to support and enrich your personal and professional life, including:

* Time Away: competitive holiday and flexible paid-time-off, including time off for volunteering and voting.

* Planning for the Future: plan for the near and long term with an industry-leading 401K retirement savings plan with matching and company contributions, student loan and 529 educational assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, and other financial well-being programs.

* Supporting your Health & Well-being: flexible health and insurance options including dental and vision, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions and a total well-being program that helps you and your family stay on track physically, socially, emotionally, and financially.

* Building a Family: adoption, surrogacy, and fertility support as well as parental and caregiver leave, back-up child and adult/elder day care program and childcare discounts.

* Work-Life Integration: other benefits including LifeMatters Employee Assistance Program, subsidized and discounted Weight Watchers program and other employee discount programs.

Who We Are:

Ally Financial is a customer-centric, leading digital financial services company with passionate customer service and innovative financial solutions. We are relentlessly focused on "Doing it Right" and being a trusted financial-services provider to our consumer, commercial, and corporate customers. For more information, visit www.ally.com.

Ally is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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.

Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered, if not currently employed by Ally.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical or mental disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at .... Ally will not discriminate against any qualified individual who is capable of performing the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

**_Base Pay Range:_**

An individual's position in the range is determined by the scope and responsibilities of the role, work experience, education, certification(s), training, and additional qualifications. We review internal pay, the competitive market, and business environment prior to extending an offer.

**Emerging:** 125000

**Experienced:** 157500

**Expert:** 190000

Incentive Compensation: This position is eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan