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About the Role

The Director IT Audit is an integral part of the Internal Audit team, providing leadership and oversight of risk-based internal audits across applications, technology infrastructure, and third-party relationships. This role is instrumental in transforming and elevating the IT audit function, offering independent assurance and advisory services over enterprise data, system portfolio delivery (including AI projects), and cybersecurity risks for sophisticated multi-Cloud technology infrastructures. The Director will lead a specialist team, including co-sourced resources, and assume people leader responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Lead execution of key IT audits, ensuring coverage of key technology risks and alignment with enterprise priorities.
Deliver high-quality audit and advisory engagements, including clear, concise reporting of findings and recommendations to senior executives.
Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including CIO, CISO, Technology Risk, and external auditors.
Provide subject matter expertise in integrated business audits involving technology risk.
Oversee audit team performance, providing coaching, direction, and quality review.
Drive innovation in audit practices through data analytics, automation, and AI-enabled techniques.
Contribute to the development of frameworks aligned with leading standards (e.g., NIST, COBIT, IIA).
Foster a high-performance team culture focused on engagement, inclusion, and continuous development.

Requirements

Deep knowledge of IT risk and control frameworks (COBIT, NIST).
Strong understanding of cybersecurity, cloud architecture, and enterprise systems.
Experience auditing large-scale technology programs, including Agile and DevSecOps environments.
Familiarity with risks in wealth and asset management.
Experience leveraging data analytics and AI in audit delivery is highly desirable.
Prior experience in managing audit delivery through a co-sourced audit relationship is highly preferred but not mandated.
Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to articulate complex risk issues clearly and influence decision-making.
Proven leadership in managing and developing high-performing teams.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.

Skills

Data Analytics
AI
Cybersecurity
Cloud Architecture
Enterprise Systems
Agile
DevSecOps
Wealth and Asset Management Risks
COBIT
NIST
IIA

Location

Hybrid

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

7+ years of leadership experience in IT Audit or IT Risk

Education Level

University degree in a relevant field (Computer Science, Accounting, Business, etc.)
Professional certifications in audit /assurance service management (such as CIA, CISA) and/or information security (such as CISSP, CRISC, or CISM).
AI audit-related certifications (e.g., ISACA AAIA) are an asset.

Salary/Compensations

$128,000 - $178,000

Benefits

Competitive base salary
Performance-weighted bonus
Education/career support
Option to join Employee Share Purchase Plan with employer matching component
Competitive health and dental coverage
Flexible plan for you and your family
Short-term & long-term disability plans
Voluntary Group RRSP enrolment with employer matching component
Paid volunteer days
Competitive time off including 10 wellness days off
WorkPerks discount program
Hybrid & flex work arrangements
Engaging with community through Business Resource Groups (BRG communities are volunteer employee-led groups formed around a common interest, identity, or background)

About the Company

IGM Financial Inc. is a leading wealth and asset management company in Canada, managing approximately $310 billion in assets as of December 31, 2025.
It offers financial planning and investment services to over two million Canadians through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments.
Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967, is a key part of IGM's business model, serving as a comprehensive asset-management partner for Canadian financial advisors and their clients.
Mackenzie Investments is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for the fourth consecutive year and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers.
Our vision and strategy aim to innovate the industry and support Canadians in achieving their financial goals.
Join our team to engage in continuous learning and skill development in a supportive environment.
Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work environment, where you spend three days a week in the office, connecting, collaborating, and enjoying quality time with your amazing colleagues!
Our Values: Be better; we strive for improvement in everything we do. Be accountable; we foster clarity and are empowered to act responsibly. Be a team; we are united to drive collective impact to achieve our goals.

Equal Opportunity

IGM is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively - this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing barrier-free recruitment experience. If you require accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.