Senior Analyst, IT Control Quality Assurance (Global Security)

Job Description

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

RBC Global IT Risk (GITR) team enables the protection of RBC's brand, systems, and operations by equipping business and technology partners with meaningful insights, advice, and information on RBC IT & cyber risks.

The Senior Analyst, IT Controls QC is a key contributor within the independent quality control function focused on ensuring IT control testing is complete, consistent, and audit ready. This role executes hands-on QC reviews of IT control testing workpapers and evidence, identifies testing quality gaps, and partners with test teams to drive timely remediation. The Senior Analyst also supports continuous improvement by helping maintain QC checklists, trackers, and associated governing documents/playbooks.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Execute QC Reviews of IT Control Testing Workpapers
  • Perform independent QC review of IT control testing across all domains including: access management, change management, IT operations, secure coding, and more.
  • Identify deficiencies in testing quality and documentation
  • Drive timely remediation and rework with clear requirements and deadlines
  • Work alongside Test Performers and Test Leads to correct any QC observations
• Execute QC Reviews of Downstream Observation Responses
  • Review 1LOD responses to 2LOD or 3LOD inquiries and observations
  • Ensure workpaper updates are consistent with responses to review & challenge
• Support Standardization of QC Templates, Testing Methodology, and Other Job Aids
  • Use and reinforce enterprise Testing/QC standards
  • Provide feedback to improve QC tools: checklists, tracker, process documentation
  • Suggest examples of "what good looks like" and standard language for common observations
  • Assist with maintaining consistency across testers and domains
  • Maintain a thorough understanding of the organization's governing policies and standards, IT control testing methodologies, and related regulatory and compliance standards
• Contribute to QC Reporting & Continuous Improvement
  • Identify repeat observations which could lead to thematic guidance or training opportunities
  • Identify opportunities to reduce rework via changes to documentation, procedures, or templates
• Maintain QC Artifacts & Execute Controls
  • Execute QC controls as directed by management
  • Ensure QC artifacts and evidence are properly managed and store on internal sites or within enterprise tools to ensure proper traceability and retention

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

• Bachelors' degree in information systems, computer science, accounting, finance, engineering, or related field. Preferred Certifications: CRISC - Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control, CISA – Certified Information Security Auditor, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional.
• Over four years of experience testing or performing quality control of IT controls preferably within financial services industry. Experience or understanding of IT risk management practices in financial services industry.
• Proficient at written and oral communication skills to effectively and timely communicate with the stakeholders. Analytical and rationale thinking, supported by strong writing skills, are essential to document and communicate the quality control work. Ability to understand the stakeholders' expectations for information/communication.
• A strong understanding of technology and/or financial services industry. Knowledge of FINRA, SEC, MSRB, FRBNY and OCC rules and regulations.
• Deadline-driven and results-oriented; able to meet consistently high-quality standards while handling a variety of tasks and deadlines simultaneously.

Nice-to-have:

• Risk and Control management knowledge and industry experience across Information Technology (IT) domains
• Working experience in cybersecurity and/or IT risk management spaces
• Big 4 IT risk consulting and/or audit experience

RBC is committed to supporting flexible work arrangements when and where available. Details to be discussed with Hiring Manager.

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, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• A world-class training program in financial services
• Flexible work/life balance options
• Opportunities to do challenging work

Job Skills

Business Process Design, Critical Thinking, Economic Analysis, Financial Derivatives, Financial Instruments, Fraud Risk Management, Industry Knowledge, Investment Risk Management, Risk Control, Risk Management

Additional Job Details

Address:

16 YORK ST: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:

2026-06-05

Application Deadline:

2026-07-06

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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