VP, IT Internal Audit

PENNYMAC

Pennymac is (NYSE: PFSI) is a specialty financial services firm with a comprehensive mortgage platform and integrated business focused on the production and servicing of U.S. mortgage loans and the management of investments related to the U.S. mortgage market. 

At Pennymac, our people are the foundation of our success and at the heart of our dynamic work culture. Together, we work towards a unified goal of helping millions of Americans achieve aspirations of homeownership through the complete mortgage journey.

Job Overview

The Vice President IT Internal Audit leads a team of IT auditors and subject matter experts, covering a broad spectrum of technology domains such as network security, cloud infrastructure, software development life cycle, cybersecurity, privacy, data governance, vendor management, and disaster recovery. Internal Audit partners with every line of business, giving our group an insightful view into the U.S. mortgage industry and the enterprise’s strategic initiatives. 

A Typical Day

• Lead annual risk assessments across the technology landscape working with technology leadership, in preparation for the 3-year IT audit plan.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive risk-based IT audit strategy aligned with the company's mission and objectives.

• Lead holistic integrated audits with business audit teams across the enterprise in areas such as mortgage fulfillment, capital markets, finance, servicing, risk, legal, and other enterprise shared services.

• Direct the design and execution of audit procedures which leverage industry frameworks, technical system manuals, best practice configurations, data analytics, and automation.

• Collaborate with management to drive timely and effective remediation of IT control deficiencies, safeguarding company assets and operations.

• Prepare clear and insightful audit reports for the Board’s Audit Committee, executive management, and management committees.

• Provide advisory engagements in maturing areas that will assist management in improving the control environment.

• Continuously evaluate and refine audit policies, procedures, and methodologies, incorporating best practices, emerging technologies, and lessons learned to support the department’s mission outlined in our Audit Charter.

• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

• Demonstrate behaviors which are aligned with the organization’s culture and values

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Technology or related field
• 8 years of external audit, internal audit, or technology risk management; Big 4 preferred
• Recognized system security and audit certifications are highly desired (CISA, CISM, CISSP, CIA, CPA, etc.)
• Experience with audit, internal control, and financial institution examination methodologies (IIA, GTAG, ISACA, COBIT, FFIEC, etc.)
• Experience with database querying for data analytic testing (Microsoft SQL, Snowflake)

Why You Should Join

As one of the top mortgage lenders in the country, Pennymac has helped over 4 million lifetime homeowners achieve and sustain their aspirations of home. Our vision is to be the most trusted partner for home. Together, 4,000 Pennymac team members across the country are guided by our core values: to be Accountable, Reliable and Ethical in all that we do. 

Pennymac is committed to conducting a business that makes positive contributions and promotes long-term sustainable growth and to fostering an equitable and inclusive environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. 

Benefits That Bring It Home: Whether you're looking for flexible benefits for today, setting up short-term goals for tomorrow, or planning for long-term success and retirement, Pennymac's benefits have you covered. Some key benefits include: 

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off Programs including vacation, holidays, illness, and parental leave 
• Wellness Programs, Employee Recognition Programs, and onsite gyms and cafe style dining (select locations)
• Retirement benefits, life insurance, 401k match, and tuition reimbursement 
• Philanthropy Programs including matching gifts, volunteer grants, charitable grants and corporate sponsorships

To learn more about our benefits visit: 

https://pennymacnews.page.link/benefits

Compensation: Individual salary may vary based on multiple factors including specific role, geographic location / market data, and skills and experience as defined below:

• Lower in range - Building skills and experience in the role
• Mid-range - Experience and skills align with proficiency in the role 
• Higher in range - Experience and skills add value above typical requirements of the role 

Some roles may be eligible for performance-based compensation and/or stock-based incentives awarded to employees based on company and individual performance.  

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