Associate

Associate
BlackRock Financial Management, Inc. — New York, NY

BlackRock Financial Management, Inc. is hiring a(n) Associate (ref. Code R266424 in New York, NY). Duties: Identify industry (e.g., OWASP Top Ten Risks) or Firms emerging risks and determine how they may be applicable to and mitigated by the business. Research and remain current on industry best practices. Perform in-depth analysis of gathered data to assess potential technology and security vulnerabilities and opportunities for sustainable process improvement. Prepare comprehensive Process Risk Controls Matrix, Audit Reports, Issue Risk Support Matrix, and present detailed findings. Participate in cross-functional meetings to provide valuable independent input and insights regarding process enhancements and risk reduction post issue identification. Conduct annual engagements with business functions to update internal documentation and perform risk-assessments to determine risk-rating of the business function's key processes. Develop technology process audit program to optimize testing strategy and reduce planning overhead. Develop audit strategy and support audit staff during course of project. Lead action verification of audit issues prior to closure. Participate in stakeholder introductory discussions to understand team composition. Examine how technologies are implemented including settings, features, and administrative function. Examine business project plan, business requirements, technology specifications, and process documentation. Assess technology implementation by evaluating how components or features of the technology is designed to meet business needs. Perform scenario or function testing to determine whether the technology control or component functioned as designed. Assist in performing data normalization activities. Identify and analyze data trends or patterns that may indicate key activities or movement of key risks within the business. REQUIREMENTS: Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Technology, Engineering, or a related field, and 24 months of experience in job offered or closely related role. Two years of experience required in the following: ISO, ITIL and COBIT; Operating systems, and networking, including TCP/IP, Windows and Linux; Technology controls including application security management, system architecture and design, technology operations, and technology governance. Technology Audit and Technology Risk Management functions in the Finance Industry; Financial instruments and Asset management process; Regional and Global regulatory requirements; Certification in CISA, CISM, or CRISC; Application development including knowledge of C/C++, Python, and SQL; Databases including Sybase, Snowflake and Microsoft SQL Server; C or C++; Using Excel for PivotTables, Conditioning Formatting, Mactros, VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, and Index-Matching. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance. To apply: submit your resume online here by uploading your resume.