EY Data Engineer 

New Zealand, Auckland, Auckland 

879443471

As a Senior Manager in Data & Technology Risk, you will be responsible for overseeing engagements across various industry sectors, including financial services, telecommunications, and energy. You will lead a team of professionals, ensuring effective IT risk management and data analytics practices while driving operational excellence and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a high-performing team of data analysts and IT auditors, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategic plans for data analytics and IT risk assurance services, aligning with organizational goals and client needs.
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their IT environments, risks, and controls, and providing strategic insights to enhance their operations.
• Project Management: Oversee multiple audit engagements, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budgets, and compliance with industry standards.
• Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain quality assurance processes for data analytics, ensuring accuracy and reliability in audit findings and recommendations.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements and automation, driving efficiency and effectiveness in audit methodologies and data analysis.
• Training and Development: Lead training initiatives for team members, ensuring continuous professional development and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Business Development: Drive business development efforts by identifying new opportunities and expanding existing client relationships in the data analytics and IT risk assurance space.
• Reporting and Insights: Prepare and present comprehensive reports to management and clients, summarizing audit findings, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certifications.
• 10+ years of experience in IT risk assurance, data analytics, and audit support, with a strong focus on managerial roles.
• Proven experience in leading teams and managing complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable business insights.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of engaging stakeholders at all levels.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with audit standards and security frameworks such as COBIT, SOX, ISO27001/2, and ISO22301.
• Experience with emerging technologies such as AI and Machine Learning.
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting and resource allocation.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools and techniques, including Power BI, Alteryx, Python, and SQL.
• Ability to interpret and analyse complex data sets to drive strategic decision-making.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment.