Information Technology Audit Manager

Exciting Opportunity for an IT Audit Manager to join a growing team at a Large Financial Services Organization located in Dallas.

Summary

Reporting into the Director of IT Audit, the IT Audit Manager will be responsible for Managing Engagement scoping, budgeting, timeframes and ensuring that the audit process is properly completed. The Manager will have 2-3 direct reports and will be responsible for assigned staff’s performance management activities, including reviewing audit work to ensure the delivery of quality reports and supporting documentation. The position will focus on overseeing and assessing IT Application Controls, Risk and Compliance Audits of IT Internal Controls, (IT General Controls, Application Controls) as well as audits related to technology infrastructure, cybersecurity and IT processes.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the preparation of the company-wide annual IT risk assessment, contribute to the annual IT Audit plan, and lead the execution of various IT audits and reviews.
• Manage/lead IT audits and reviews coordinating with operational and financial audit teams and when needed, external auditors.
• Develop detailed scope and test programs for audits and reviews to be approved by the Director of IT Audit.
• Maintain a solid understanding of Internal Audit Policies and procedures and maintain and support an Environment of Regulatory Awareness.
• Assist with Risk Mitigation Mitigate by following established procedures and by monitoring controls to spot key errors and risk areas.
• Help to perform Quality Assurance Assessments.
• Attend and/or lead meetings, interview control owners, generate documentation request lists, evaluate documentation, and submit recommendations for improving current internal controls and standards for ITGC, IT Operations, IT Security, and SOX business related controls.
• Ensure recommendations are clearly communicated in audit reports, understood by auditees, and that an agreed-upon plan of remedial action exists.
• Work closely with IT management, department heads, Internal Audit staff, and others to verify that remediation plans are properly executed; ensure proper follow-up procedures that remediation plans were implemented as planned to strengthen controls and mitigate identified risks.
• Provide input to, or conduct performance reviews for assigned staff.
• Provide technical expertise, training and coaching to other team members.

Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant experience in IT Audit, IT Risk or Internal Controls.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Information systems, Computer Science, Business administration, accounting, finance, or related field.
• CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CPA, CIA, or other related certifications strongly preferred.
• Some previous Leadership and IT audit supervision experience is required.
• Public accounting and/or financial services industry experience is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and/or evaluate detailed audit programs, perform IT risk assessments, utilize an integrated audit approach, and evaluate the design effectiveness and operating effectiveness of IT internal controls through detailed testing.
• Knowledge of Audit Methodology and Procedures.
• Experience with cybersecurity audits a big plush
• Knowledge of Cloud technology (AWS, GCP, Azure) preferred
• Strong Communication, both written and oral with the ability to interface with all levels including C Level executives and Stakeholders.
• Ability to lead, coach and mentor others.
• Strong time management skills and strong attention to detail.

*Position will be Hybrid with some days In office required.

*U.S. Based Applicants Only

*Sponsorship Not Available