IT Auditor

Mizuho•New York City, NY

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Internal Audit Department Americas (IADA) provides internal audit services to Mizuho Americas LLC (“BHC” or “Mizuho”), its U.S. subsidiaries and operations, which are collectively referred to as Mizuho U.S. Operations (“MUSO”). MUSO is comprised of Mizuho Bank (USA), the U.S. branches of Mizuho Bank, Ltd., Mizuho Americas Services LLC, Mizuho Securities USA LLC, Mizuho Capital Markets LLC, Mizuho Markets Americas Ltd., and, Mizuho Markets Cayman LP. IADA also performs audits of Mizuho offices located in Brazil, Canada, and Mexico. IADA’s mission is to act as an independent, objective assurance and consulting function, designed to add value and improve MUSO including the derivatives and broker dealer businesses. Based in the New York Metro area, IADA staff members perform various audits of different business areas of MUSO to evaluate the effectiveness of risk management and governance processes. As with counterparts in London, Hong Kong and Singapore, IADA reports to and comprises the overseas arm of Mizuho Bank’s Internal Audit Division (IAD). Seeking IT auditor with strong experience in auditing IT general, system and application controls and understanding, analyzing, and assessing technological infrastructure and security controls implemented for Mizuho’s business. In addition, covering assigned areas through relationship management and continuous monitoring, managing the audit process from initiation to completion and assisting the Group Manager with the administrative control of the Group. The technology auditor will supervise or perform selected internal audits, special audit work and other special projects of the Group or as otherwise directed. According to the assignment, this may include supervising or executing any or all phases (Planning, Fieldwork, Reporting and Follow-up) of assigned audits and other projects in compliance with recognized professional standards and with approved IAD/IADA policies, procedures and standards. The technology auditor will focus on IT general, system infrastructure, operating system and application controls for managing risk to Mizuho’s business operations. Assure the proper administration of each assignment with respect to staff assignment and completion of work in accordance with date and time requirements. As an In-Charge Auditor, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned audit staff and provide feedback to staff members and the Group Manager. Assist the Group Manager in maintaining ongoing communication between IADA and technology management responsible for the areas audited by the Group and remain current on the business and risk profiles of these areas. Maintain communication with other IADA staff, other Mizuho areas and functions, external auditors and regulatory examiners, as needed, to ensure effective and efficient internal audit coverage of IT business operations and functions audited by the Group. Assist the Group Manager with risk assessments, and off-site monitoring of the Group’s portfolio of audits in the preparation of required status, MIS or other reports. Cooperate, as needed, with supervisory authorities and external auditors. As directed, represent IADA on Committees, sub-Committees, Special Project Teams, Working Groups or Meeting Groups. Cooperate fully with directives and requests from IADA’s Quality Assurance Support and promote the ongoing effectiveness of IADA’s Quality Assurance function. Perform other assignments or projects as may be directed by the Group Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
May also hold an advanced or specialized degree and/or a professional designation (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, CAMS) or license relevant to the profession.
Possess at least seven years of relevant work experience in internal or external IT auditing, supervisory examinations, or their equivalent.
Demonstrate knowledge and experience in performing IT audits of the technology infrastructure, operating system platforms, and the Network including data security and storage, system security, identity access management, information and cyber security management, system development, and technology governance.
Demonstrate a sound understanding of the financial services industry (i.e., banking, brokerage), technology and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrate sufficient knowledge and understanding of internal audit principles, practices and techniques, and the concepts of risk, risk management, internal control and compliance to: (a) execute complex audit assignments and (b) independently identify potential audit matters with understanding of their risk significance.
Have good audit project (time and task) management skills to successfully manage assigned projects from beginning to end.
Can analyze problems and interpret, understand and follow instructions without excessive dependence on the Group Manager, and supervise/execute and document work performed in accordance with prescribed standards.
Have good communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills to allow the timely and effective execution of assignments.
Can initiate and organize effective meetings and discussions with auditees and their management, Ensure the timely and correct preparation of related working papers and develop and document related audit findings and recommendations.

Nice To Haves

Experience with audit and security frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, NIST, FFIEC etc. is considered a plus.

Responsibilities

Supervise or perform selected internal audits, special audit work and other special projects of the Group or as otherwise directed.
Supervising or executing any or all phases (Planning, Fieldwork, Reporting and Follow-up) of assigned audits and other projects in compliance with recognized professional standards and with approved IAD/IADA policies, procedures and standards.
Focus on IT general, system infrastructure, operating system and application controls for managing risk to Mizuho’s business operations.
Assure the proper administration of each assignment with respect to staff assignment and completion of work in accordance with date and time requirements.
As an In-Charge Auditor, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned audit staff and provide feedback to staff members and the Group Manager.
Assist the Group Manager in maintaining ongoing communication between IADA and technology management responsible for the areas audited by the Group and remain current on the business and risk profiles of these areas.
Maintain communication with other IADA staff, other Mizuho areas and functions, external auditors and regulatory examiners, as needed, to ensure effective and efficient internal audit coverage of IT business operations and functions audited by the Group.
Assist the Group Manager with risk assessments, and off-site monitoring of the Group’s portfolio of audits in the preparation of required status, MIS or other reports.
Cooperate, as needed, with supervisory authorities and external auditors.
As directed, represent IADA on Committees, sub-Committees, Special Project Teams, Working Groups or Meeting Groups.
Cooperate fully with directives and requests from IADA’s Quality Assurance Support and promote the ongoing effectiveness of IADA’s Quality Assurance function.
Perform other assignments or projects as may be directed by the Group Manager.