Scope of Responsibilities:

• This role operates independently within a matrix reporting environment and is responsible for the timely delivery of high quality, value-added audit reports for a variety of business activities (complex in nature), which meet the requirements of the Audit Committee and regulatory expectations. Ensures ongoing conformance with professional auditing standards.
• This position directly communicates with Senior, Middle and Line Management and External Auditors. Builds strong partnerships with business stakeholders and other audit team members.
• This role also requires periodic interaction with external regulatory agencies.

Supervisory/ Managerial Responsibilities:

• May provide coaching opportunities for certain audit professionals but is not responsible for performance management, compensation planning, or other similar duties.

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Technology, Cybersecurity, Mathematics, Statistics or other related technical field and 7 years of relevant IT Audit experience, inclusive of 2 years of work leadership experience. In lieu of degree, a combined minimum of 11 years higher education and/or work experience including 7 years of relevant IT Audit experience and 2 years of work leadership experience.
• Demonstrates strong judgment, political astuteness, and sensitivity to cultural commitment..
• Possesses strong project management and interpersonal skills, makes sound decisions, exhibiting initiative and critical thinking.
• Specific subject matter expertise regarding internal audit disciplines or in one or more of the following Lines of Businesses (LOBs) such as Commercial Banking, Retail Banking, Mortgage, Consumer Banking, Wealth Advisory, Institutional Client Services, or support functions such as Treasury, Finance, Compliance, Technology, Operations, Risk Management, or Credit Administration.
• Effective negotiation skills, a proactive and 'no surprises' approach in communicating issues and strength in sustaining independent views.
• This individual must be an articulate and effective communicator, both orally and in writing, with an energetic, charismatic and approachable style.

Education and Experience Preferred:

• MBA or Master’s degree in an appropriate field preferred (Cybersecurity, Information Management, Information Systems etc. )
• Related certifications (CISA , CISSP or similar).
• Financial Services Industry experience preferred.

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M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $107,500.00 - $179,100.00 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

Location

Buffalo, New York, United States of America