IT Controls Test Manager (BT Digital)

Full time, 3 days a week together in either one of our Digital Hub locations including Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester and London (flexible 2 days a week wherever).

Why this role matters:

BT works in a regulated environment and sells products that require assurance. This role is to define and implement an IT Controls framework that is appropriate for Digital, that meets current needs and is adaptable for future areas of growth.

Digital has risk obligations that cover Data GDPR, Financial statement and Cyber risk. The definition, governance and lifecycle management of a framework is a Risk and assurance requirement.

A breach against the above risks will result in legal action, fines, reputational and shareholder damage to BT.

Key duties:

• Supporting the Senior managers in Risk and compliance team. Working as part of a small team of ICOFR controls and assurance specialists
• Developing the annual controls test plan for a team of IT Control specialists
• Delivering timely and accurate reporting on controls test status 
• Delivering testing against specific controls
• Supporting the control matrix and remediation plans of any deficient controls
• Supporting the onboarding of new applications into the controls environment
• Performing control design & implementation, test preparation and operations
• Managing stakeholders across 3 Lines of Defence
• Helping to establish horizon scanning for new emerging risk
• Creating and maintaining a health dashboard for applications and ICOFR Controls. This to inform programme decision making
• Stakeholders will range from operational level application support teams to senior managers responsible for ICOFR controls (MDs, Platform Directors and Senior Management Team Members) 
• Ensuring that requirements, timelines, quality of information requirements are all understood and delivered by responsible directors

Who you are:

We are looking for an ambitious and well organised manager to grow in this role with a view to leading in Digital’s Risk and Compliance journey, working with a tight knit team of IT control specialists. We don’t expect you to be an IT controls expert but to have the appetite to learn, as some training in framework methodology will be available. 

Essential requirements:

• Ability to work with business sponsors and IT technical delivery teams to drive complex IT controls
• Proven track record of getting results from matrixed teams
• Ability to manage stakeholders in a complex environment of business and audit risk demand
• Good knowledge of risk management and BT Enterprise Risk Management practices would be an advantage
• Experience of ICOFR controls, compliance controls and frameworks to ensure assurance through the three lines of defence model is an advantage
• A good competent grounding in IT tools, Excel, and Access
• The ability to develop, present and update a dashboard of IT health status, both applications and IT controls

Desirable requirements:

• CISA, CISSP or similar
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Project management skills
• Experience in audit methodologies (CISA would be beneficial)
• Knowledge of IT frameworks and methodologies COSO, ITIL, COBIT, etc
• Experience in a S-OX (or similar) controls environment
• Knowledge and experience of SAP

Don't be put off if you don't feel you meet 100% of these requirements. If you think you're the right fit, we want to hear from you!

What BT can offer you:

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• 10% on target bonus
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme
• 50% off EE mobile pay monthly or SIM only plans
• Exclusive colleague discounts on our latest and greatest BT broadband packages
• BT TV with TNT Sports and NOW Entertainment
• 50% discount for friends and family on EE mobile pay monthly and SIM only plans

Our leadership standards:

-Looking in-

Leading inclusively

I inspire and build trust through self-awareness, honesty and integrity.

Owning outcomes

I take the right decisions that benefit the broader organisation.

-Looking out-

Delivering for the customer

I execute brilliantly on clear priorities that add value to our customers and the wider business.

Commercially savvy

I demonstrate strong commercial focus, bringing an external perspective to decision-making.

-Looking to the future-

Growth mindset

I experiment and identify opportunities for growth for both myself and the organisation.

Building for the future

I build diverse future-ready teams where all individuals can be at their best.
 

What we stand for:

We believe in a completely personal environment, where you’re treated like you want to be treated. We’re committed to working together to build a community where everyone feels they belong. Whatever your age, race, sexuality, disability, religion or gender identity, we recognise and celebrate our differences and embrace diversity at all levels. Everyone is welcome at BT Group.

How to apply:

It's easy to apply online; you just need a copy of your up-to-date CV and to follow the step-by step process. Don't worry if you need to make changes - you'll have the opportunity to review and edit your work on the final page. 

We are committed to making our application process as smooth and straightforward as possible for all candidates. If needed, we will be happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout process.

We look forward to receiving your application!