Enterprise Testing Advisor
Position Overview
At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As an Enterprise Testing Advisor within PNC's Enterprise Testing Services - Quality Engineering organization, you will be based in one of the following Hub locations: Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, Miamisburg, OH, Downers Grove, IL, Jacksonville, FL or Birmingham, AL.
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Enterprise Testing Advisor to join our team. This role involves overseeing automated control validations activities for the Retail line of business, and evaluating the design and effectiveness of automated controls across the bank. The ideal candidate will collaborate with Lines of Business (LOB), Risk Partners, and Technology Teams, and bring a strong foundation in risk management, software testing methodologies and software development practices.
• Oversee the Retail Automated Control Validation Portfolio: Provide governance and oversight of automated control testing across the retail line of business, ensuring alignment with the enterprise risk framework and regulatory requirements.
• Design and Optimize Test Strategies: Develop, refine, and maintain automated control testing strategies and methodologies to validate control effectiveness, accuracy, and consistency.
• Coordinate with Stakeholders: Partner with 1LoD, applications teams, quality engineering, and line of business owners to ensure controls are tested, documented, and remediated in line with timelines.
• Perform Risk Based Analysis: Evaluate test results to identify control gaps, assess control design and operating effectiveness in accordance with PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to expand automated control coverage, reduce testing cycle times, and integrate emerging technologies and best practices into the testing program.
• Provide consulting services for internal clients on risk and control issues. May assist in implementation of new / improved systems, products / services, and controls.
PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.
Job Description
- Executes and supports effective business unit objective testing procedures (including but not limited to control validation, transactional testing or risk-based testing) in support of PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
- Provides insight and subject matter expertise in the testing area of focus. Capable of applying testing concepts across subject areas with a high level of precision and accuracy (cross-functional contributor).
- Trains junior staff, performs delegated management responsibilities and raises issues to senior team members. Administration and continual improvement of quality management systems (workpaper tools, desktop documents, etc.)
- Leads process around testing and reviews, including more complex testing activities. By applying risk analysis principles, determine the scope, including focus, objectives, and rationale, and update the scope as needed. Develop and deploy testing strategies, including testing procedures, selection of samples, sample size, and rationale. Revise review programs as needed to accomplish objectives. Perform complex testing and reviews according to the testing plan. Evaluate testing results, identifying risks appropriately. Conduct and manage documentation of the review process.
- Prepare working papers, ensure that documentation appropriately supports the testing conclusions, and document process flows and describe major processes within the area being reviewed. Ensure that testing is accurate, complete, and in accordance with standards and protocols. Analyze the results of testing and review activities. Make recommendations to enhance internal controls and/or increase the efficiency of operations. Communicate test/review results and issues/concerns to management at the LOB level, validating and recommending resolutions to issues. Interface with external auditors and bank regulators as needed.
- Provide consulting services for clients on risk and control issues. May assist clients in implementation of new / improved systems, products / services, and controls.
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PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:
- Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
- Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
Qualifications
Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.
Preferred Skills
Compliance Reporting, Customer Risk, Decision Making, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Assessments, Risk Control, Strategic Objectives
Competencies
Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Analytical Thinking, Audit And Compliance Function, Auditing, Customer Support Policies, Standards and Procedures, Data Gathering and Reporting, Effective Communications, Effectiveness Measurement, Fraud Management, Internal Controls, Problem Solving, Quality Management
Work Experience
Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.
Education
Bachelors
Certifications
No Required Certification(s)
Licenses
No Required License(s)
Pay Transparency
Base Salary: $65,000.00 - $103,500.00
Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.
Application Window
Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 09/23/2025, although it may be longer with business discretion.
Benefits
PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.
In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 8 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.
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Disability Accommodations Statement
If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.com. Please include "accommodation request" in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.
This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Pension
- Stock Purchase Program
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to Online Courses
Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
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