We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients. At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute. To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com (https://www.cibc.com/en/about-cibc.html) **What you'll be doing** As a member of CIBC’s Technology Risk Control and Compliance team in the 1st Line of Defense, the Senior Consultant, will be responsible for providing advice and consultation for Technology Risk and Governance related matters to ensure we have the appropriate risk posture for the organization from a Technology perspective. The role provides technical leadership, interpreting complex information and participating in review sessions to influence decisions regarding risk and governance. The Senior Consultant manages refresh programs for the organizations Technology Controls and Key Risk Indicators. The role provides expertise to technology partners and peer groups across all three lines of defense, utilizing a solid understanding of risk and governance. Working with partners in the 2nd and 3rd Line of Defense, the role will review all deficiencies across the organization and identify any technology related themes resulting a better understanding of technology related risks to the organization. The role independently resolves a variety of ambiguous challenges with organization-wide impacts, devising new methods using strong analytic and inductive thinking. _At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview._ **How you'll succeed** + **Understanding and Documenting Requirements -** Work closely with business partners and peer groups to gather complex technology risk related data and facilitate solutions and discussions to ensure the organization better understands and improves its risk posture from a technology perspective. + Build strong relationships, lead discussions, listen and ask the right questions to ensure solutions meet requirements. + Review organizational deficiencies and identify technology-related risk patterns. + Conduct gap analysis to enhance risk awareness and mitigation strategies. + Document and translate complex technology risk requirements. + **Technology Risk & Governance Advisory -** Act as the first line of defense for technology risk and governance matters. + Provide expert consultation to ensure a strong risk posture for the organization. + Establish, monitor, and enhance key risk indicators (KRIs) to proactively identify areas of concern. + Offer technical leadership and interpret complex risk-related information. + Participate in review sessions to influence governance decisions. + Oversee the refresh program for technology controls and key risk indicators. + Ensure alignment with industry best practices (ITIL, COBIT). Communicate findings and recommendations to leadership to drive informed decision-making. + **Leading and Mentoring** – Support end-to-end implementation as a subject matter expert, and provide guidance to a diverse team of technology and risk professionals. + Maintain a collaborative work environment and support team members to resolve organizational, operational, and process problems. + Support the implementation of risk initiatives as an SME. + Guide technology and risk teams with best practices and governance frameworks. **Who you are** + **You can demonstrate experience with:** 3-4+ years in technology risk and governance role. + Excellent abilities to manage stakeholders and having strong communication skills is a must. Ability to influence decision-making and risk governance strategies. + You have strong abilities around analyzing and understanding data, as well as gap analysis expertise. + You are proficient with Excel pivot tables, and other Microsoft office applications. + You have strong problem solving skills, stakeholder management abilities, and exceptional organizational skills. + You have supported risk and compliance assessments, audits, and reporting efforts. + **It’s an asset if you** have a strong understanding of NIST, ITIL and COBIT best practices and relevant regulatory requirements. + **You put our clients first.** You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile, because it’s the right thing to do. + **You give meaning to data.** You enjoy investigating complex problems, and making sense of information. You're confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way. + **You're driven by collective success.** You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to create a shared vision. + **Your influence makes an impact.** You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard. + **Values matter to you** . You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability. **What CIBC Offers** At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck. + We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program. + Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients. + We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development. *Subject to plan and program terms and conditions **What you need to know** + CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com + You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit. + We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us. **Job Location** Toronto-81 Bay, 32nd Floor **Employment Type** Regular **Weekly Hours** 37.5 **Skills** Analytical Thinking, Business Systems Analysis, Collaboration, Information Technology (IT) Risk, IT Process Improvement, Key Risk Indicators, Metrics Development, Operational Efficiency, Problem Solving, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Control, Risk Management, Risk Strategies, Service Delivery, Teamwork, Technical Knowledge, Technology Risk, Understanding of Technology, Vendor Management At CIBC, we are in business to help our clients, employees and shareholders achieve what is important to them. Our ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders is driven by a business culture based on common values: Trust, Teamwork and Accountability. Working with CIBC makes you a part of a work environment committed to our clients, employees and communities - a place where you can excel. Every day, our 44,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.