The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc

Internal Audit, Technology Auditor-Investment Banking, Associate

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc$90K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-8 years in technology auditing with experience in IT application and general controls
  • Understanding of software development and system architecture
  • Proficient in databases, operating systems, and messaging protocols
  • Strong skills in Excel and SQL
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Knowledge of cloud computing (AWS, Azure, etc.) and containerization (Docker)
  • Familiarity with relevant technology standards and regulations (ISO 27001, NIST)

Responsibilities

  • Lead scoping and planning for audits in technology functions
  • Deploy audit and analytical procedures to assess control effectiveness
  • Discuss audit results with management at local and global levels
  • Monitor and follow up on resolution of open audit findings
  • Raise awareness of control risks across departments
  • Assess the firm's control culture and conduct risks

Benefits

  • Diverse team environment with individuals from varied backgrounds
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and practices
  • Engagement with global teams covering various business functions
  • Insight into the financial industry and its operations
Full Job Description
Internal Audit - Core Engineering, Associate

INTERNAL AUDIT

In Internal Audit, we ensure that Goldman Sachs maintains effective controls by assessing the reliability of financial reports, monitoring the firm's compliance with laws and regulations, and advising management on developing smart control solutions. Our group has unique insight on the financial industry and its products and operations. We're looking for detail-oriented team players who have an interest in financial markets and want to gain insight into the firm's operations and control processes.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

Goldman Sachs Internal Auditors demonstrate strong risk and control mindsets, analytical, exercise professional skepticism and are able to challenge and discuss effectively with management on risks and control measures. We look for individuals who enjoy learning about audit, businesses and functions, have innovative and creative mindsets to adopt analytical techniques to enhance audit techniques, building relationships and are able to evolve and thrive in teamwork and in a fast-paced global environment.

YOUR IMPACT

As the third line of defense, Internal Audit's mission is to independently assess the firm's internal control structure, including the firm's governance processes and controls, and risk management and capital and anti-financial crime frameworks, raise awareness of control risk and monitor the implementation of management's control measures. In doing so, internal Audit:
• Communicates and reports on the effectiveness of the firm's governance, risk management and controls that mitigate current and evolving risk
• Raise awareness of control risk
• Assesses the firm's control culture and conduct risks
• Monitors management's implementation of control measures

Goldman Sachs Internal Audit comprises individuals from diverse backgrounds including chartered accountants, developers, risk management professionals, cybersecurity professionals, and data scientists. We are organized into global teams comprising business and technology auditors to cover all the firm's businesses and functions, including securities, investment banking, consumer and investment management, risk management, finance, cyber-security and technology risk, and engineering.

RESPONSIBILITIES

You will play a vital role in the scoping and planning of the audits, deploy audit and analytical procedures and techniques to assess the design and operating effectiveness of the controls to mitigate the risks, and discuss the results with the firm's local and global management. In addition, you will also monitor and follow up with management on the resolution of open audit findings.

SKILLS AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
  • 3-8 years of experience as a technology auditor, leading audits covering IT application and general controls
  • Understanding of software development and system architecture
  • High level understanding of databases, operating systems and messaging
  • Proficiency in Excel and SQL
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Site reliability engineering and runtime operational tools (agent based technologies) and processes (change and incident management, job/batch management)
  • Cloud computing (Private, AWS, Google, Azure, Docker)
  • Linux and Windows operating systems: security, configuration, and management
  • Database design, setup and administration (DBA) experience with Sybase, Oracle, or UDB
  • Big data systems: Hadoop, Snowflake, NoSQL, Hbase, HDFS, MapReduce
  • Web infrastructure technologies, security and design
  • Systems development/SDLC tools and processes (SVN/CVS, build, software testing, configuration and deployment)
  • Email, messaging and collaboration systems (Exchange, Sharepoint, instant messaging)
  • Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery design and implementation
  • Relevant technology standards and regulations - ISO 27001, FFIEC IT handbooks, COBIT, ITIL, NIST, and FedRAMP
  • Data and Log Analysis (using SQL and Splunk) and visualization (using Spotfire, Tableau, QlikView or other) would be useful but not required
  • Ability to review code (Java, C#, C++, Python, VBA macros etc.)
  • Experience with Data Analytics tools and techniques
  • Relevant certification or industry accreditation (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CISM, CFA, FRM, etc.)

About The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. provides investment banking, securities, and investment management services, as well as financial services to corporations, financial institutions, governments, and high-net-worth individuals worldwide. Its Investment Banking segment offers financial advisory services, including advisory assignments concerning mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, corporate defense, risk management, and restructurings and spin-offs; and underwriting services comprising public offerings and private placements of a range of securities, loans, and other financial instruments, and derivative transactions. The company’s Institutional Client Services segment provides client execution services, such as fixed income, currency, and commodities client execution related to making markets in interest rate products, credit products, mortgages, currencies, and commodities; and equities related to making markets in equity products, as well as executes and clears institutional client transactions on stock, options, and futures exchanges. This segment also engages in the securities services business providing financing, securities lending, and other brokerage services to institutional clients, including hedge funds, mutual funds, pension funds, and foundations. Its Investing and Lending segment originates longer-term loans; and invests in debt securities, loans, public and private equity securities, real estate, consolidated investment entities, distressed assets, currencies, commodities, and power generation facilities. The company’s investment management segment provides investment products and services, as well as offers wealth advisory services, including portfolio management and financial counseling, and brokerage and other transaction services.

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. Careers

Join the prestigious team at The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., a global leader in finance and investments, and propel your career to new heights. Our firm is renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership in the financial sector.

Work You’ll Do

At Goldman Sachs, you will be part of a dynamic environment that fosters growth, diversity, and professional development. Engage in transformative projects that redefine the landscape of global finance, driven by a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.

Lead with Innovation and Leadership

Step into a role where your skills will be honed and your leadership capabilities enhanced. The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is at the forefront of merging financial expertise with technological innovation, creating a platform for you to lead impactful initiatives.

Join Our Diverse and Inclusive Team

Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our company culture. With employees from various backgrounds, Goldman Sachs thrives on the rich ideas and perspectives that this diversity brings. Here, every team member’s contribution is valued, and every voice is heard.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

Whether you’re seeking full-time employment or looking into internship opportunities, Goldman Sachs offers a range of positions that cater to different skills, experiences, and career aspirations. From analyst to executive positions, discover how you can contribute to our legacy of success.

Networking and Professional Growth

Goldman Sachs is not just a workplace. It is a community where you can build lasting relationships with colleagues and industry leaders. Our networking events, mentorship programs, and professional groups foster connections that can accelerate your career trajectory.

Benefits and Career Development

Invest in your future with Goldman Sachs’ unparalleled employee benefits and career development programs. From comprehensive health benefits to personalized career coaching and leadership training, we ensure that our team is equipped for success, both professionally and personally.

Prepare for Your Future

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Learn more about The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc
Size
45,100 employees
Market Cap
$115.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$9.4 billion
Founded
1869
5 Year Trend
+11.3%
Revenue
$53.4 billion
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