What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead IT Audit Validation position at Discover Financial Services?
Discover. A brighter future.
With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.
Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.
Job Description
At Discover, be part of a culture where diversity, teamwork, and collaboration reign. Join a company that is just as employee focused as it is on its customers, and which is consistently awarded for both. We’re all about people and our employees are why Discover is a great place to work. Be the reason we help millions of consumers build a brighter financial future and achieve yours along the way with a rewarding career.
Discover will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
What You’ll Do
The Basics
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Mar-18-2025. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.
Compensation
The base pay for this position generally ranges between $77,500.00 to $131,500.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.
Benefits
We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:
What are you waiting for? Apply today!
All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.
Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)
Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email HireAccommodation@discover.com. Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.
At Discover, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace through our Fair Chance Hiring practices. Fair Chance Hiring means that we base our hiring decisions on an applicant’s qualifications rather than their criminal record. All our positions are subject to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. Our applicants go through a background check, and we follow all applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance (LA County Fair Chance).
Positions marked as remote eligible are limited to remote locations within the country in which the position is based.
Applicants must be 18 or older at the time of hire.
With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.
Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.
Job Description
At Discover, be part of a culture where diversity, teamwork, and collaboration reign. Join a company that is just as employee focused as it is on its customers, and which is consistently awarded for both. We’re all about people and our employees are why Discover is a great place to work. Be the reason we help millions of consumers build a brighter financial future and achieve yours along the way with a rewarding career.
Discover will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
What You’ll Do
- Lead IA Issue validation and closure of corrective action plans, scoping and developing testing strategy and oversee day-to-day issues validation book of work.
- Review & challenge validation test execution and remediation approaches to ensure issues and corrective actions were addressed and risk has been remediated.
- Manage and respond to ad-hoc requests from stakeholders by coordinating with internal teams, and stakeholders.
- Help contribute to the validation process execution, including maintaining accurate dashboard, MI, and learnings across teams for process improvements.
- Lead client audits. Develop risk assessments align to standards. Complete and document audit fieldwork and testing. Identify potential findings for discussion with management. Discuss findings with clients and develop action plans. Complete review of audit work of assigned staff.
- Communicate statuses of audits and findings to clients. Partner with clients to develop solutions to identified findings. Interact effectively with technology, operations, and financial auditors to ensure coverage of audit entity.
- Develop and educate team members. Define expectations with audit staff.
The Basics
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Engineering, Business, Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Analytics.
- 2 years of experience in Applied Sciences, Engineering, Operations, Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, Computer Science, Data Science, or related experience
- 7 years of experience or equivalent expertise in technology risk management, information security, control testing, and/or audit experience within the financial services sector, with a focus on control testing, risk assessment, and audit.
- Strong understanding of IT controls, technology risks, and risk governance frameworks in multiple risk areas (IT, Operational, Compliance, Financial, TPRM and etc.)
- Exhibit working knowledge of technology risk, familiarity with system development lifecycles (SDLC) and ability to learn on controls for technical systems and databases.
- Experience in review and challenge of corrective actions, ensuring issues are addressed timely.
- Relevant certification of industry accreditation (e.g. CISA, CISSO, CIA, CRMA, CRMP, CAMS, etc.).
- Experience from large (e.g., greater than $50B in consolidated total assets) financial institutions is a plus.
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Mar-18-2025. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.
Compensation
The base pay for this position generally ranges between $77,500.00 to $131,500.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.
Benefits
We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Plan
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account
- Short and Long Term Disability, Life, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurances
- Recognition Program
- Education Assistance
- Commuter Benefits
- Family Support Programs
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
What are you waiting for? Apply today!
All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.
Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)
Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email HireAccommodation@discover.com. Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.
At Discover, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace through our Fair Chance Hiring practices. Fair Chance Hiring means that we base our hiring decisions on an applicant’s qualifications rather than their criminal record. All our positions are subject to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. Our applicants go through a background check, and we follow all applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance (LA County Fair Chance).
Positions marked as remote eligible are limited to remote locations within the country in which the position is based.
Applicants must be 18 or older at the time of hire.
Salary : $77,500 - $131,500
