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Technology Business Line Testing Job Description

This role provides tests and evaluates the Technology processes, applications, and infrastructure across Ally and risk management practices. Individuals in this role are responsible for performing testing and monitoring to evaluate control implementation design and effectiveness of Technology, Cyber Security and Data processes, applications, and infrastructure. The role will work closely with multiple stakeholders including the Technology leaders and subject matter experts. BL Technology Risk professionals in this role build and manage relationships with subject matters and Technology partners. Partnership and collaboration with Enterprise Risk, Compliance, and Information Security teams is needed evaluate, report, and resolve (as needed) risk and controls.

Identify gaps in the operational effectiveness and compliance with Policies, Standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Develop and present reports and action plans to business partners and senior management resulting from testing.

Evaluate Technology, Cyber Security, and Data Management processes and systems for opportunities to improve compliance with Internal Policies/Standard requirements, alignment to regulatory expectations, process improvement and risk management.

Design, coordinate and oversee testing procedures to verify the security of systems, networks, and applications, and manage the remediation of risks.

Identify process improvement opportunities and develop subsequent plans of action to resolve gaps with minimal management intervention.

Completed at least an undergraduate degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or Computer Science

2-4 years of experience in assessing or testing Technology or Cybersecurity, Audit, Compliance, and/or Risk Management

Perform testing for IT/IS controls which includes assessing the design and operating effectiveness of the control structure and compliance with internal Policies and Standards, as well as industry guidance

Knowledge and understanding of Technology and Cybersecurity industry frameworks and guidance (i.e., NIST, FFIEC, ISO 27001/27002)

General understanding of fundamental technology and cyber security principles (e.g., Identity and Access Management, Vulnerability Management, Capacity Management, SDLC, Data Classifications, etc.)

Ability to exercise judgement, make conclusions and influence a technology risk mindset with stakeholders

Ability to function in a matrix organization and cross-functional team

Ability to interact and influence personnel at all levels across the organization including associated to mid-level leadership

Attention to detail and maintain relevant risk industry knowledge

Critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills

Demonstrated ability to effectively synthesize and communicate ideas and insights across the organization, including with executive leadership

Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal Technology, risk, compliance and audit partners

Document test results and provide support for an informed, objective opinion of the risk exposure

Communicate testing results, observations, and recommendations verbally and in writing

Engage directly with Business Line to understand business offerings, processes and procedures

Work effectively with peers and leaders while maintaining independence necessary to fulfill Technology review and testing responsibilities

Escalate and report technology and operational risks concerns as necessary

Proficient use of Microsoft Office products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint

Identify emerging technology risks and lead the dialog among stakeholders

Proficient written and verbal communication

Monitor and drive Information Technology s adherence to enterprise policies

Review management action plans to assess effectiveness of proposed remediation and appropriateness of the timeline

Strong detail orientation with ability to research, compile, and report on data

Understanding of different types of systems (e.g., applications, servers, virtual servers, APIs, SaaS, Cloud computing)