Senior Technology Risk Analyst

Role description 

Technology redefines the way we work and deliver to meet business needs and elevate the customer experience. You’ll be part of an organization that is embracing modern technology, innovation, and agile ways of working.

Our Canada Technology team is a strategic partner in our business – with an ambition to be a forward-thinking, agile technology organization delivering secure, resilient, and leading solutions that support Canada Life and the well-being of millions of Canadians.

We are looking for a Senior Technology Risk Analyst to join our Technology Risk & Compliance team supporting the 1B Risk function.

What you will do 

• Drive consistency across the organization by establishing and maintaining technology risk management governance, technology risk & controls framework and technology & risk management processes 
• Provide extensive subject matter expertise in key technology risk management areas such as information security, operations, IT Resiliency, and technology delivery
• Support risk assessment activities, day-to-day management of Issue Register documentation and reporting including tracking, obtaining updates and consolidating remediation progress on self-identified technology issues, and audit findings
• Provide assistance executing annual Business Continuity Planning (BCP) / Business Impact Analysis (BIA) activities as well as oversight and monitor DR activities performed by Line 1A Management
• Support the review and challenge of exceptions / risk acceptances aligning to enterprise policies and standards and
• Support the risk reviews of key initiatives and projects
• Assist in preparing business unit / portfolio-based reports and metrics (KRIs, KPIs, etc.) to highlight risks and impacts for management & executive reporting
• Contribute to the evolution of Canada Life’s technology risk management strategy and operating model
• Provide guidance to Technology teams in the design, implementation, and continuous monitoring of controls that reduce a broad spectrum of technology operational risks
• Assist in ongoing monitoring of compliance with policies and standards and enforce compliance with policies and standards across all levels of the organization
• Support the Technology Risk & Control identification process across all of Canada Life organization
• Support Line 2 in their review and challenge of 1st line risk processes
• Assist in providing a holistic view of technology risk across the organization
• Foster, advocate for and strengthen Canada Life’s overall technology risk posture

What you will bring 

• 4 to 6 years of experience within the field of technology risk and compliance
• Excellent business writing and communication skills, with great attention to detail
• Ability to aggregate and analyze quantitative and qualitative data
• Ability to build a strong rapport with business teams and build consensus
• Ability to manage multiple competing projects and priorities under time pressure without compromising quality
• Ability to operate in an entrepreneurial environment - being a self-starter, results-oriented, and highly motivated while being effective in a fast-paced and evolving environment
• Strong understanding of technology risk
• Undergraduate Degree or Post Graduate in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a similar field
• Accreditations such as CRISC, CISA, CISSP

Given the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: Toronto, London, Winnipeg. 

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing. 

Canada Life serves?the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee?has the opportunity to?reach their potential.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. 


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