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At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.
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The Senior Manager, Background Screening will be reporting to the Senior Director, Corporate Security and accountable for supporting delivery of Insider Risk Program. This role will be responsible for leading the enhanced screening program. This role is accountable for the guidance and specialize knowledge of enhanced background screening and also involves maintaining the risk methodology for high risk roles.
The Insider Risk team will provide intelligence and insights, bringing awareness to the executive management and communicating both internally and externally in a timely matter at the onset of potential financial crimes activities.
How You'll Succeed:
- Cross-Functional Relationships - Regular contact with management, CSII, internal stakeholders, and peers in the industry. Work with Director Insights and Intelligence, HR, and Privacy to ensure good communication, and compliant with policies and procedures.
- Background Screening - Responsible for enhanced background screening operations to deliver against service standards. Ensure all aspects of enhanced screening are following CIBC, Privacy, and Global Hiring policies and procedures.
- Compliance - As an employee of CIBC, the incumbent must comply with all applicable CIBC and Line of Business policies, standards, guidelines and controls.
- Job Dimensions - The incumbent will contribute for directing initiatives across CIBC Corporate Security’s portfolio and mandate. Assignments are carried out with considerable independence and the incumbent is expected to take initiative in seeking out information.
- System Knowledge - Well-developed reporting and presentation skills e.g. PowerPoint, Excel, Tableau.
- Management Experience - Skilled in presentations/interaction with management at all levels, sufficient to convey complex conceptual information/ideas on issues requiring extensive interpretation and opinion. Experience in applying an appropriate level of discretion when dealing with sensitive issues will be critical to success in this position.
- Professional Designation - Possession of a professional designation or industry training in the field of fraud investigation or insider risk such as ones available from Association of Certified Fraud examiners (CFE) or Carnegie Mellon University Insider Threat Program (CERT)
- Insider Threats - Practical and theoretical knowledge of insider threats as applied in a financial services environment; Interact with industry and experts in industry to review and assess program elements to maintain the bank’s effectiveness of managing the Insider Threat.
- Multitasker - Strong ability to manage multiple projects and/or initiatives simultaneously and under tight deadlines; including those of a high profile or priority
- Risk Identification & Assessment – Develop methodologies to identify high-risk employees, conduct insider risk assessments, and refer cases for further investigation while maintaining awareness of emerging threats and best practices.
- Process Optimization & Compliance – Implement, monitor, and enhance insider risk programs, ensuring process changes are well-documented, communicated, and aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Stakeholder Collaboration & Strategic Planning – Engage with internal teams, industry experts, and leadership to provide insights, mitigate risks, manage resources, and ensure the effective execution of projects and risk management strategies.
Who You Are:
- You're motivated by collective success. You know that teamwork can transform a good idea into a great one. You know that an inclusive team that enjoys working together can bring a vision to life.
- You know that details matter. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision-making.
- You’regoal-oriented.You’re motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make a difference.
- You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile because it's the right thing to do.
- You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems and making sense of information. You communicate detailed information in a meaningful way.
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At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $100,000.00 - $135,000.00 for the Chicago market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which may also include a discretionary bonus component. CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employee’s needs; including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave and Vacation), Holidays and 401(k), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members.
This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
What CIBC Offers
At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.
We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.
Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.
We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.
*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions
What you need to know
CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com
You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.
We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.
Job Location
IL-70 W Madison St, 9th Fl
Employment Type
Regular
Weekly Hours
40
Skills
Analytical Thinking, Fraud Investigations, Process Improvements, Reporting and Analysis, Risk Management and Mitigation
