- Assure the proper administration of each assignment with respect to staff assignment and completion of work in accordance with date and time requirements.
- As an In-Charge Auditor, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned audit staff and provide feedback to staff members and the Group Manager.
- Assist the Group Manager in maintaining ongoing communication between IADA and technology management responsible for the areas audited by the Group and remain current on the business and risk profiles of these areas.
- Maintain communication with other IADA staff, other Mizuho areas and functions, external auditors and regulatory examiners, as needed, to ensure effective and efficient internal audit coverage of IT business operations and functions audited by the Group.
- Assist the Group Manager with risk assessments, and off-site monitoring of the Group’s portfolio of audits in the preparation of required status, MIS or other reports.
- Cooperate, as needed, with supervisory authorities and external auditors.
- As directed, represent IADA on Committees, sub-Committees, Special Project Teams, Working Groups or Meeting Groups.
- Cooperate fully with directives and requests from IADA’s Quality Assurance Support and promote the ongoing effectiveness of IADA’s Quality Assurance function.
- Perform other assignments or projects as may be directed by the Group Manager.
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent. May also hold an advanced or specialized degree and/or a professional designation (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, CAMS) or license relevant to the profession. Experience with audit and security frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, NIST, FFIEC etc. is considered a plus.
- Possess at least seven years of relevant work experience in internal or external IT auditing, supervisory examinations, or their equivalent.
- Demonstrate knowledge and experience in performing IT audits of the technology infrastructure, operating system platforms, and the Network including data security and storage, system security, identity access management, information and cyber security management, system development, and technology governance.
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of the financial services industry (i.e., banking, brokerage), technology and regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrate sufficient knowledge and understanding of internal audit principles, practices and techniques, and the concepts of risk, risk management, internal control and compliance to: (a) execute complex audit assignments and (b) independently identify potential audit matters with understanding of their risk significance.
- Have good audit project (time and task) management skills to successfully manage assigned projects from beginning to end.
- Can analyze problems and interpret, understand and follow instructions without excessive dependence on the Group Manager, and supervise/execute and document work performed in accordance with prescribed standards.
- Have good communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills to allow the timely and effective execution of assignments. Can initiate and organize effective meetings and discussions with auditees and their management,
- Ensure the timely and correct preparation of related working papers and develop and document related audit findings and recommendations.
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Other requirements
Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.
Company Overview
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com.
Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.
We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.
We participate in the E-Verify program.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
- At least seven years of relevant experience in internal or external IT auditing
- Professional designation such as CISA, CISSP, CISMP, CIA, CAMS
Mizuho Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Mizuho and has not been reviewed or approved by Mizuho.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are characterized as strong, with plans described as excellent in multiple contexts. U.S. entities provide standard plan options and supporting programs that reinforce overall coverage quality.
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Retirement Support — A U.S. 401(k) program with employer contributions is available, indicating solid retirement support across entities. While formulas may vary by unit and year, the presence of an employer-funded component is a consistent feature.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is described as meaningful, accompanied by programs that support childcare and eldercare. Flexible workstyles and family-focused resources broaden the depth of family support.
Mizuho Insights
What We Do
This is not your typical financial institution. It’s our people who make us a cut above. Here, every person is respected because of their differences, not in spite of them. We pride ourselves on a culture of purpose, passion and compassion. At Mizuho, we provide the stability of an international industry leader with the career trajectory of a growing business. Our steady, strategic growth gives our people at all levels rewarding degrees of responsibility and a richer work experience than a boutique firm or an established giant could offer alone. Working for Mizuho opens doors not just to a rewarding career with excellent prospects, but to lasting friendships with colleagues from diverse cultures. It’s the local expertise of our employees that makes our global network so powerful. By collaborating with colleagues and clients who have your same ambition, you can amplify your sphere of influence and base of knowledge as part of one of the largest—and growing—banks in the world. We’re all global citizens, and that’s why our company feels compelled to make an impact through more than just drawing up deals. We prove that it’s possible to do well and do good. We do right by our clients, our community and each other.
