Lead Audit and Regulatory IT Risk Specialist

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Job Description

This role supports Audit, Regulatory and Operational risk compliance within Wealth Management Technology (WMT).
Individual contributor with expert understanding of audit methodology, general computing controls (e.g. logical access, patch and configuration management, change & incident management, etc.) and expert communication skills, acting as the single point of contact for internal/external audit engagements and regulatory requests for WMT. Services provided cover audit &regulatory response, risk & compliance exposure reporting, risk advisory & awareness, and IT & operational risk analysis

What will you do?

Lead WMT engagement of periodic audits and regulatory exams, working closely with stakeholders to ensure evidence is submitted on time and that management has an early indication of potential issues
Lead WMT engagement of annual Wealth Management internal audit plan, working closely with stakeholders to ensure evidence is submitted on time and that management has an early indication of potential issues
Lead preparation of periodic regulatory presentations and contribute to presentation execution
Lead and execute the review of applications across WTM to determine their SOC1, SOX and/or Crown Jewel applicability
Contribute to relationship building with audit partners
Contribute to execution of risk and control self-assessments for WMT

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

Expert knowledge of general computing controls (e.g. logical access, patch & configuration management, change & incident management, etc.)
Expert communication (verbal and written) skills, including strong appreciation of relationship management
Strong knowledge of the global financial regulatory landscape (e.g. OSFI, FRB, NYDFS, FINRA, OCC)
Strong knowledge in IT and operational risk management processes, methods and tools
Demonstrable technical knowledge and experience covering the operating systems (e.g. Unix, Windows, zOS) and database systems (e.g. Oracle, SQL Server, Sybase, DB2)
CISA or CRISC Certifications

Nice-to-have

CISSP certification
CCSP or CCSK Certifications or demonstrable knowledge
Knowledge of GRC tools (e.g. ServiceNow, Archer)

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits and competitive compensation
Leaders who support your development through coaching and mentoring opportunities
Opportunity to make a difference and lasting impact
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
Challenging work: You will make a difference
Opportunity to take on progressively greater responsibilities

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Job Skills

Application Security, Application Security, Audit Engagements, Audit Methodology, Critical Thinking, Cybersecurity, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, External Audit, Information Security, Information Security Management, Information Technology (IT) Risk, Information Technology (IT) Risk Management, Information Technology Security, Internal Auditing, Interpersonal Relationship Management, IT Risk Analysis, IT Risk Assessments, IT Security Architecture, Operational Risks, Operation Risk Management, Oracle Database, Performance Management (PM), Relationship Building, Relationship Management {+ 1 more}

Additional Job Details

Address:

RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-09-16

Application Deadline:

2026-10-02

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Our Employment Opportunities

At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

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How we score this

Lead Audit and Regulatory IT Risk Specialist at RBC scores 39 out of 100 on AI centrality, which makes it AI Level 1 of 4 (Little AI) on this board. The level measures how much of the work is AI, not seniority.

Classification

AI Level 1. The work itself involves no AI, or AI only appears as scenery, such as a company tagline.