Job Description

Black Knight is the premier provider of integrated technology, services, data and analytics that lenders and servicers look to first to help successfully manage the entire loan life cycle. Our deep understanding of regulatory and compliance issues complements the knowledge, technology and solutions we offer to help our clients achieve their business goals. Black Knight offers leading software systems; data and analytics offerings; and information solutions that facilitate and automate many of the business processes across the mortgage life cycle.

JOB FAMILY DESCRIPTION
Responsible for the successful direction and execution of the Information Technology (IT) portion of the internal audit plan as directed by Audit leadership. Proactively identifies, coordinates and executes strategic department initiatives to advance the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of the audit function. Ma nages integrated teams of diverse personnel and translates the aggregate of expertise and keen observation into value – added insight for the function’s key stakeholders including functional and administrative reporting lines, as well as executive and senior management. Drives tactical collaboration with other risk, control, and compliance functions to ensure strategic alignment.

GENERAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES
* Provides a key IT audit leadership role in the Black Knight internal audit function.
* Serves as primary liaison from the audit function to a named technology executive(s) responsible for functional area(s).
* Assists in execution of periodic information technology risk assessments for the purpose of defining audit plans.
* Directs engagement level and strategic initiatives to be aligned with needs of key stakeholders.
* Directs the successful tactical execution of the audit process ensuring adherence to all required quality and audit standards.
* Manages IT audit teams to provide seamless, single-point of delivery to internal audit clients.
* Proactively ensures complete understanding of all aspects of each audit engagement, regardless of subject matter.
* Communicates openly about areas of concern or uncertainty to ensure a high-quality, value-added, accurate result.
* Communicates with subject matter expert and evaluates quality of results.
* Directs effective and thorough application of all internal audit standards.
* Ensures enhanced level of understanding and service to the executive over the assigned area of operational focus.
* Provides high-quality visibility and insight to management so risks and opportunities can be better managed.
* Facilitates proactive, tactical collaboration with risk, control, and compliance functions to ensure alignment of activities and prior efforts to understand and evaluate risk and risk appetite.
* Represents the audit function, as delegated by the Chief Audit Officer or other Audit leadership, in corporate initiatives and committees, providing value-added contributions to the areas served.
* Establishes role as a valued business partner to assigned area of focus.
* Keeps abreast of audit best practices and is proactive in identifying and communicating how they may be applied in practice.
* Provides high-quality mentorship and counseling to high potential performers and develops future leaders through tailoring individual assignments, identifying growth opportunities, and providing timely feedback.
* Monitors day-to-day quality of deliverables and direct training activities to reinforce audit standards where needed.
* Assists the Chief Audit Officer and other Audit leadership in the efficacious deployment of audit resources.
* Represents the audit function effectively in communications with regulatory agencies, clients, etc.
* Performs other related duties as required.

EDUCATIONAL GUIDELINES
Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, accounting, business administration, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience. One or more relevant professional certifications, such as CISA, CISSP, CIA, CPA, etc.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES
* Ability to see projects through to completion on a timely basis without compromising audit standards or quality – is results oriented
* Requires a strong business acumen with ability to translate risk concepts into practical application giving due consideration to business context and prudent management principles
* Ability to assimilate information quickly and identify risk for further analysis; proactive in communicating new/emerging IT risks encountered to Audit leadership to ensure the functions best expertise is applied
* Possesses a strong foundation in risk and controls and is able to apply concepts to any process regardless of specialization or area being evaluated
* Requires excellent skills in communicating ideas both verbally and in written form in a clear, concise and professional manner and is candid and forthright in communicating issues, concerns, and audit activities to all levels of management
* Demonstrates high degree of responsibility in balancing multiple commitments, handling competing priorities yet effectively meeting deadlines and commitments to stakeholders
* Ability to manage integrated audit teams with personnel having a range of subject matter expertise
* Demonstrates leadership through acceptance of responsibility for driving specific, defined strategic initiatives at the direction of the Audit leadership
* Ability to recognize when action is needed to reinforce alignment or make strategic enhancements and is proactive in driving to a result
* Requires strong management skills in addition to effective team building, coaching, and persuasion skills
* Ability to apply audit standards through practical application and must be proactive in researching business best practice concepts in order to apply as appropriate
* Ability to facilitate sensitive investigations with attention to detail and a sense of urgency
* Effective negotiation skills and ability to persuade others as appropriate
* Ability to apply risk and control concepts pragmatically, giving consideration to risk and reward and must be proactive in identifying and understanding known business constraints so proposed alternatives are vetted in advance for practicality
* Possesses an appropriate combination of technical expertise in information technology risks and controls, IT operations, software development, change control, business continuity/disaster recovery, and cybersecurity
* Ability to flourish in a fast-paced, highly-complex environment and adapt to change quickly and nimbly

IT Audit Director
Senior managerial role – directs and controls IT audit activities of a broad functional area through several department managers. This role serves as the function’s designated liaison to the executive in charge of the assigned operational area(s) and is responsible for providing a single point of audit contact, seamless service, and high degree of audit quality to assigned area(s). Has overall control of planning, staffing, budgeting, managing expense priorities, and recommending and implementing changes to methods. Participates with other senior managers in establishing strategic plans and objectives, makes final decisions on administrative/operational matters and ensures effective achievement of objectives. Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of IT, the business and/or industry. Participates in corporate development of methods, techniques an d evaluation criteria for projects, programs, and people. Ensures budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements. Regularly interacts with executives and/or major customers. Interactions frequently involve special skills, such as negotiating with customers or management or attempting to influence Senior level leaders regarding matters of significance to the organization. This role is visionary and proactive in assisting with the execution of Audit leadership’s strategic vision. Typically requires a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience and at least 1 professional certification. Master’s degree, Big Four and/or financial services experience preferred.

Black Knight is an AA/Equal Opportunity Employer

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