IT Lead - Risk & Compliance
February 6, 2012
Contact: www.shaw.ca

ROLE DESCRIPTION

IT Lead – Risk & Compliance

Shaw COMMUNICATIONS INC.

Profile Summary

The successful candidate will be an integral member of the Risk & Compliance team and report to the Manager, Risk & Compliance and be involved in a variety of audit and advisory engagements.

The Risk & Compliance team is focused on providing assurance and consulting based assistance to management for managing risks related to such initiatives as Sarbanes Oxley, new business ventures and products, information technology projects etc. This position will appeal to an individual seeking a key contributor role in a fast-paced, team environment that offers breadth of influence and a connection to the rest of the organization. This role interfaces with Finance and Accounting, Operations and Customer Care, Human Resources, Information Technology along with other significant business units.

Responsibilities

Leading, supervising and participating in the documentation and execution of IT control testing;
Evaluating SOX impacting processes and controls in the context of managing risks;
Facilitating / conducting interviews;
Maintaining process and control information;
Assisting and/or leading advisory projects and risk and control analysis, as required;
Assisting with ad hoc projects and analysis, as required.

Education and Credentials

Post secondary education (e.g., university or diploma-based program);
Minimum of four years of related professional experience;
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA);
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and / or professional accounting qualification (e.g., Chartered Accountant, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant) considered an asset.

Professional Experience and Personal Attributes

Previous experience conducting IT risk and control assessments, including the application of the CobiT / ITIL frameworks;
Excellent analytical skills;
Ability to apply a creative and pragmatic approach to problem solving;
Highly skilled in auditing;
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks within deadlines;
Ability to manage to a budget;
Ability to deliver quality results;
Strong interpersonal skills, including interviewing, listening, presenting and written communication;
Effective negotiation, and conflict resolution skills, including the ability to maintain composure in stressful situations;
Excellent relationship and team-building skills;
Participate effectively in a team-based environment, utilizing skills from a diverse team;
Ability to interact and work with people from a variety of business backgrounds and at different levels within the organization;
Previous Oracle Financials experience considered an asset;
SOX/C-SOX implementation and related guidance experience desirable;
Knowledge of GAAP and COSO preferable.


	IT Lead - Risk & Compliance February 6, 2012 Contact: www.shaw.ca ROLE DESCRIPTION IT Lead – Risk & Compliance Shaw COMMUNICATIONS INC. Profile Summary The successful candidate will be an integral member of the Risk & Compliance team and report to the Manager, Risk & Compliance and be involved in a variety of audit and advisory engagements. The Risk & Compliance team is focused on providing assurance and consulting based assistance to management for managing risks related to such initiatives as Sarbanes Oxley, new business ventures and products, information technology projects etc. This position will appeal to an individual seeking a key contributor role in a fast-paced, team environment that offers breadth of influence and a connection to the rest of the organization. This role interfaces with Finance and Accounting, Operations and Customer Care, Human Resources, Information Technology along with other significant business units. Responsibilities Leading, supervising and participating in the documentation and execution of IT control testing; Evaluating SOX impacting processes and controls in the context of managing risks; Facilitating / conducting interviews; Maintaining process and control information; Assisting and/or leading advisory projects and risk and control analysis, as required; Assisting with ad hoc projects and analysis, as required. Education and Credentials Post secondary education (e.g., university or diploma-based program); Minimum of four years of related professional experience; Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA); Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and / or professional accounting qualification (e.g., Chartered Accountant, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant) considered an asset. Professional Experience and Personal Attributes Previous experience conducting IT risk and control assessments, including the application of the CobiT / ITIL frameworks; Excellent analytical skills; Ability to apply a creative and pragmatic approach to problem solving; Highly skilled in auditing; Ability to prioritize multiple tasks within deadlines; Ability to manage to a budget; Ability to deliver quality results; Strong interpersonal skills, including interviewing, listening, presenting and written communication; Effective negotiation, and conflict resolution skills, including the ability to maintain composure in stressful situations; Excellent relationship and team-building skills; Participate effectively in a team-based environment, utilizing skills from a diverse team; Ability to interact and work with people from a variety of business backgrounds and at different levels within the organization; Previous Oracle Financials experience considered an asset; SOX/C-SOX implementation and related guidance experience desirable; Knowledge of GAAP and COSO preferable.