Principal Technology Associate, Capital One

• You are a critical thinker who seeks to understand the business and its control environment
• You believe insight and objectivity are core elements to providing assurance on the effectiveness and efficiency of Capital One’s governance, risk management, and internal control processes
• You possess a relentless focus on quality and timeliness
• You adapt to change, embrace bold ideas, and are intellectually curious. You like to ask questions, test assumptions, and challenge conventional thinking
• You develop influential relationships based upon shared risk objectives and trust to deliver outstanding business impact and elevate Audit’s value proposition
• You’re a firm believer that a rich understanding of data, innovation, and technology will only make you a better auditor. This will require leveraging the power of data analytics and furthering your technical expertise
• You're a teacher. You do the right thing and lead by example. You have a passion for coaching and investing in the betterment of your team. You lead through change with candor and optimism
• You create energy and an environment that fosters trust, collaboration, and belonging, making it easy to attract, hire, and retain top talent
• Bachelor’s Degree or military experience
• At least 4 years of experience in information technology (operations, software delivery, access management, microservices), information security (application security, network security, cyber security, data protection), information systems risk management, information systems auditing, or a combination
• At least 1 year of experience in cloud computing and controls (design, operation, risk management, or auditing)
• At least 2 years of experience in managing components of audit engagements, project management or a combination
• At least 2 years of experience in analyzing data extracts to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies, including 1 year of experience in test scripting or coding (writing, reviewing, assessing)

Desirable

• Capital One is seeking an energetic, self-motivated Principal Technology Associate with experience evaluating and analyzing technology and cybersecurity risks interested in becoming part of our Audit team
• As a member of the Audit team, the candidate will focus on audits of critical technology functions including cloud-based technology implementations, application controls, and cybersecurity risks
• Execute major components of audits, including critical technology functions, cloud-based infrastructure, cybersecurity, risk management, application, and third-party management, as well as the ability to assist in leading components of small to medium size audits
• Perform risk assessments of business units and technology operations, design and execute audit procedures to verify the effectiveness of existing controls, identify and define issues, review and analyze evidence, and document client processes and procedures
• Understand the broader context and implications (e.g., financial, legal, reputational, etc.) of the various types of risk affecting the business and critical technology functions
• Establishes and maintains good client relations during engagements. Communicates or assists in communicating the results of some audit projects to management via written reports and oral presentations
• Identify expectations of the client and take actions to support the client experience
• Prepare clear, organized and complete documentation to support work performed
• Self prioritize and effectively plan own work activities managing multiple priorities and tasks across the team to deliver quality results
• Coordinate with others and proactively take on additional work
• Deliver appropriate, succinct and organized information, tailoring communication style to audience
• Effectively communicate information, issues and audit progress to teammates, clients and auditor-in-charge
• Perform various aspects of engagement administration, including hours and budget tracking
• Provide periodic on-the-job coaching and direct supervision over less experienced associates

• Apply
• Screen and Schedule
• Interview(s)
• Decision