Senior IT Audit Specialist (12 months contract)

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Senior IT Audit Specialist (12 months contract)

We are ready to take this game to the next level and need someone passionate to ​execute audit and consulting assignments in accordance with planned audit scope according to OLG’s internal audit standards (which are compliant with the Institute of Internal Auditor (IIA) standards), support the identification and assessment of key business process risks/controls and assist in the creation of reports to best support the successful achievement of the audit/consulting engagement objectives.

YOUR ROLE IN THE GAME

Reporting to the Director Audit (IT), you will be empowered to:

• Work with Senior Audit Managers and Director Audit to facilitate the execution of audits and consulting engagements and liaise with stakeholders in order to collect information and clarify audit findings and observations 
• Gather, organize, interpret and synthesize data and information from an initial diagnostic data mine in order to formulate appropriate audit conclusions for audit engagements
• Coordinate and schedule key meetings and interviews to gather information to support audit findings
• Execute assigned test plans and ensure sufficient evidence is captured to support audit findings in order to communicate the full scope of test results to senior audit management 
• Assist in developing audit reports for internal and external stakeholders ensuring that audit working papers and documentation meet the professional standards
• Plan, organize and execute independent work for audit and consulting projects to ensure timely completion in consultation with Senior Audit Manager and Director Audit
• Support Senior Audit Managers in gathering of updates from stakeholders on action plan progress and in managing the working relationship with the Management team in order to effectively address issues that arise during the audits
• Participate in the update and enhancement of existing audit methodologies and practices by continually researching opportunities, tools as well as changes in OLG, industry or AGCO practices in order to best implement improvements that enable the optimal function of OLG’s risk and control environment

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE GAME

Education & Experience:

• ​​​University degree or college diploma in computer science or related field 
• ​Professional designation in a related field (e.g., CISA, CIA, etc.) 
• ​Broad knowledge of Technology, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity and Cloud principles including audit management practices and frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, COSO, IIA Standards, and other relevant regulations
• ​​Minimum 3 years of experience within the IT audit field​ 
• Experience using analytics tools (e.g. Power BI, advanced level Excel etc.) and integrating data analytics into audit engagements

Relevant Skills:

• ​​Strong oral and written communication skills 
• ​Strong project management and organization skills 
• ​Strong judgement and interpretation acumen 
• ​Detail-oriented 
• ​Critical analytical skills 
• ​Capacity for innovative thinking 
• ​Results-oriented problem-solving skills​ 

Licenses, Registrations, Certificates:

AGCO Category 2 Gaming Assistant Registration (Initiated at offer stage - employment is conditional upon obtaining and maintaining this license)
 

BENEFITS OF JOINING THE WINNING TEAM

• Group Benefits Plan: Eligible employees and dependents have access to comprehensive, employer-paid group benefits coverage (permanent employees only).
• Public Service Pension Plan: Participation in a highly desirable defined benefit pension plan.
• Variable Pay Program: Participation in a performance-based incentive plan that recognizes organizational and individual achievements (permanent employees only).
• Paid Time-Off: Competitive paid time-off provisions to support work-life balance and well-being.
• Growth Focus: Become your best self with access to new opportunities and personalized support programs.
• Comprehensive Learning: 24/7 access to robust online learning programs.
• Equity, diversity, and inclusion: Core to OLG’s culture, empowering employees to bring their authentic selves and make a meaningful impact across Ontario.

To learn more about our organization and other opportunities visit our career site.

We look forward to hearing from you, interested applicants please apply online by July 7, 2026.

Please Note: Unless otherwise specified, all positions are required to work fully onsite.

OLG is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please contact Human Resources at [email protected] if you require accommodation at any time throughout the hire process.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you bring relevant skills and a willingness to learn, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. We sincerely appreciate your interest; while we are unable to contact everyone, those selected for the next steps will be notified.

We thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information is collected by the Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation (OLG) and/or its third party service provider(s) under the authority of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation Act, 1999, SO 1999, c 12, Sch L and the Employment Standards Act, 2000, S.O. 2000, c. 41 (as amended) and will be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment with OLG and for recruitment modernization initiatives. The information will be managed in accordance with all applicable laws, OLG’s Protection of Privacy Policy (the Policy) and related policies and procedures. For any questions about this collection, please contact [email protected], 800-70 Foster Drive, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, P6A 6V2.