Senior Consultant - Technology Risk Services
KPMG Canada · Toronto, ON
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- On site
- Full-time
- CA$88,250 / year
- Toronto, ON
Job highlights
- Assess IT risks and controls for audits.
- Evaluate data governance, IT projects, and security.
- Develop risk matrices and review procedures.
- Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously.
- Coach and mentor junior staff members.
About the role
Senior Consultant - Technology Risk Services
At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.
Our Technology Risk Services team is growing and we are looking for Senior Consultants to join our team in Toronto. The Technology Risk Services practice provides a variety of services to our clients. The successful candidate will focus primarily on performing IT risk reviews or providing IT internal audit support across the IT risk domain. Assessment topics include data governance, system asset management tooling and IT projects and broader information security topics. Senior Consultants will also be involved in training and guiding our new campus hires.
What You Will Do
- Conducting assessments of IT risks and controls in support of internal and external audit and assurance engagements, related to for instanceData governance models, structures and procedures.
- IT projects and system implementations.
- Third party management.
- System asset management tooling.
- Supporting assessments for broader information security topics as well as IT General Controls (ITGCs).
- Monitoring relevant technology risk standards and practices.
- Developing risk and control matrices and reviewing procedures.
- The review and provision of advice and assistance on business process controls.
- Engagement risk management quality assurance through file review, engagement planning, development and monitoring, engagement profitability - Simultaneously deliver multiple client engagements of varying size, scope and complexity.
- Business development taking a proactive active role in the business community to increase awareness of the firm's services and level of commitment to the local market, developing and maturing relationships with internal staff and clients, developing proposals, identifying and pursuing opportunities to increase the practice's penetration in the public and private sector.
- Service Delivery conducting research, performing technical testing, writing reports, conducting interviews and communicating regularly with clients and resources.
- Guiding field engagement teams as well as coaching and mentoring junior staff members.
What You Bring To The Role
A successful candidate will possess a mix of the following skills and behaviors:
- Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
- Completion of relevant certifications (e.g., CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, ISO27001).
- 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in assessing information technology or business process risk ideally within a large consulting practice.
- Strong understanding and experience with IT General Controls and controls based audits (e.g., SOC 1, ISO 27001) is preferred.
- Experience with implementing and or evaluating data governance structures, system asset tooling, IT projects like system implementations, and IT governance.
- Experience in the testing of controls in different IT environments.
- Ability to work with little supervision and within a team environment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, able to effectively express insights.
- Demonstrated ability to learn and succeed in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail and strong organization and investigator skills.
- Strong understanding of business and audit risks.
- Has a high degree of personal confidence, enthusiasm and drive.
- Willingness and ability to travel both within Canada and internationally.
KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information
The expected base salary range for this position is $69,000 to $107,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.
Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
Our Values, The KPMG Way
- Integrity, we do what is right
- Excellence, we never stop learning and improving
- Courage, we think and act boldly
- Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences
- For Better, we do what matters
KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.
Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.
AI Usage
We embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.
We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.
Key skills/competency
- Technology Risk
- IT Audit
- Information Security
- Data Governance
- IT General Controls (ITGCs)
- Risk Assessment
- Consulting
- Client Management
- Business Process Controls
- Risk Management
Skills & topics
- Senior Consultant
- Technology Risk
- IT Audit
- Risk Management
- Information Security
- Data Governance
- IT General Controls
- Consulting
- Assurance
- KPMG
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight IT risk, audit, and consulting experience. Emphasize CISA, CRISC, or ISO27001 certifications.
- Showcase your skills: Detail experience with IT General Controls, data governance, and system implementations.
- Prepare for interviews: Practice discussing IT risk assessments and client management scenarios.
- Research KPMG's values: Align your responses with their focus on integrity, excellence, courage, and collaboration.
- Express your drive: Convey enthusiasm for technology risk and a commitment to client success.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the typical career path for a Senior Consultant in Technology Risk Services at KPMG Canada?
- The career path typically involves progressing from Senior Consultant to Manager, then to Senior Manager, Director, and potentially Partner. Growth is often fueled by successful client delivery, business development efforts, and demonstrating leadership qualities within the firm. Continuous learning and obtaining advanced certifications are also key.
- What specific IT environments will I be testing controls in as a Senior Consultant at KPMG Canada?
- You can expect to test controls across various IT environments, including cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), on-premises infrastructure, ERP systems, SaaS applications, and custom-developed software. Experience with diverse technology stacks is beneficial for this role.
- How does KPMG Canada support the professional development of its Senior Consultants in Technology Risk Services?
- KPMG offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program, which includes support for professional development. This often involves access to training, certifications, mentorship programs, and opportunities to work on diverse client projects that broaden your expertise.
- What is the expected travel commitment for a Senior Consultant in Technology Risk Services at KPMG Toronto?
- The role involves a willingness and ability to travel both within Canada and internationally. The exact frequency can vary depending on client needs and project engagements, but it's an integral part of the consulting role.
- How does KPMG Canada use AI in its recruitment process for the Senior Consultant Technology Risk Services role?
- KPMG Canada utilizes AI to enhance the recruitment experience by organizing applications and surfacing relevant qualifications. However, all hiring decisions are made by human hiring managers and recruitment professionals, ensuring that AI tools responsibly support, not replace, human judgment.
- What are the key differences between IT General Controls (ITGCs) and application controls that a Senior Consultant should understand?
- IT General Controls (ITGCs) are foundational controls that apply to the overall IT environment, such as access security, change management, and system operations. Application controls are specific to individual software applications and ensure the accuracy, completeness, and validity of data processing within that application.