Enterprise Operational Control Testing Senior at Freddie Mac in McLean, VA

Job description

At Freddie Mac, our mission of Making Home Possible is what motivates us, and it’s at the core of everything we do. Since our charter in 1970, we have made home possible for more than 90 million families across the country. Join an organization where your work contributes to a greater purpose. Position Overview: Are you excited by the chance to create an impact and work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and agile environment? Do you have experience with operational controls testing, audit, or other operational risk assurance activities, and strong analytical and communication skills, and finance knowledge and/or primary and secondary mortgage markets? Are you inquisitive, detailed, and passionate about learning? If so, please apply to the Enterprise Operational Control Testing Senior role. Apply now and learn why there’s #MoreAtFreddieMac! Our Impact: The Enterprise Business Risk & Control Office is a new function at Freddie Mac responsible for facilitating efficient, effective, and consistent management of non-financial risks across Freddie Mac’s first line divisions. The centralized testing team within this function is responsible for executing operational control and compliance testing for all business areas across the firm. Your Impact: In this role, you will be expected to: Perform control test of design and test of operating effectiveness, producing thorough, high quality work papers with appropriate evidence to support conclusions Execute testing in adherence with procedures and documentation requirements Identify and escalate inconsistencies or gaps to reviewers in a timely manner Manage control test related data in GRC Tool for accuracy and completeness Challenge status quo. Identify opportunities to improve and streamline processes, including testing automation Qualifications: 5+ years of overall experience with a minimum of 2-3 years of Internal Audit, Risk Management, ITGC testing, or related Risk Assurance functions. Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Management Information Systems, Business Administration with an emphasis in Technology, Computer Science, Accounting Information Systems or related field - preferred. Experience testing IT Controls, Information Security controls, Cybersecurity, Access Management, SDLC, Change Management, or other technology-related controls. Demonstrated experience performing Test of Design (ToD) and Test of Operating Effectiveness (TOE) for technology and business controls. Strong understanding of control frameworks, risk management principles, and audit methodologies. Experience evaluating the adequacy of control documentation, evidence, and remediation activities. Ability to identify control deficiencies, assess risk impact, and communicate observations effectively. Keys to Success in this Role: Self-motivated and results-oriented mindset Analytical thinker with intellectual curiosity in investigating open-ended questions Detail oriented with the ability to think holistically and creatively Ability to work in a dynamic, rapidly changing business environment Produce high-quality work products Passionate about learning Team player with excellent work ethics and a positive, can-do attitude! Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site. We consider all applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, physical and mental disability, pregnancy, ethnicity, genetic information or any other protected categories under applicable federal, state or local laws. We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. A safe and secure environment is critical to Freddie Mac’s business. This includes employee commitment to our acceptable