What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Manager, Internal Audit- Technology position at Charles Schwab?
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At Charles Schwab, we believe in empowering people to take ownership of their financial futures—and that starts with trust, integrity, and strong governance. The Internal Audit Department (IAD) plays a critical role in protecting that trust by providing independent, objective assurance and insight that strengthens risk management, governance, and internal controls across the firm.
The Senior Manager, Internal Audit Technology is a key leader responsible for planning and executing complex technology and application audits that support Schwab’s corporate and risk management functions. This role partners closely with business and risk leaders, challenges current practices, and helps drive continuous improvement in how we manage risk in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you will apply your technical expertise, critical thinking, and leadership skills to deliver high-impact audits and insights. You will:
Lead and Execute Technology & Application Audits
Required Qualifications
At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:
At Charles Schwab, we believe in empowering people to take ownership of their financial futures—and that starts with trust, integrity, and strong governance. The Internal Audit Department (IAD) plays a critical role in protecting that trust by providing independent, objective assurance and insight that strengthens risk management, governance, and internal controls across the firm.
The Senior Manager, Internal Audit Technology is a key leader responsible for planning and executing complex technology and application audits that support Schwab’s corporate and risk management functions. This role partners closely with business and risk leaders, challenges current practices, and helps drive continuous improvement in how we manage risk in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you will apply your technical expertise, critical thinking, and leadership skills to deliver high-impact audits and insights. You will:
Lead and Execute Technology & Application Audits
- Plan, direct, and oversee application and technology audit activities, ensuring alignment with professional auditing standards and internal methodologies
- Evaluate automated controls, system configurations, data integrity, interfaces, and key technology-enabled business processes
- Adapt audit scope, timelines, and resourcing to address emerging risks and business priorities
- Identify, assess, and clearly articulate technology risks and control gaps
- Evaluate the effectiveness of management’s risk assessments and control activities
- Review and validate issue observations and management action plans to ensure practical, sustainable remediation
- Lead discussions with business partners, risk functions, and senior stakeholders
- Build trusted relationships with internal teams, regulators, and external co-sourcing partners
- Influence decisions through clear, confident, and inclusive communication
- Provide coaching, feedback, and support to audit team members throughout engagements
- Contribute to onboarding and development of new team members
- Share knowledge of industry trends, regulatory expectations, and leading practices
- Participate in annual risk assessment activities and audit universe updates
- Contribute to department-wide initiatives, strategic projects, and process improvements
- Support regulatory examinations and validation of management remediation efforts
Required Qualifications
- 7 years of experience in internal audit, IT audit, technology risk, or a related field
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex audits or projects in a regulated, technology-driven environment
- Demonstrated experience leading internal audits and their associated team members, amongst a complex operational and regulatory environment
- Strong knowledge of technology risks, internal controls, application controls and governance frameworks
- Ability to assess information objectively, identify patterns, and translate findings into clear insights
- Effective communication and relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholders
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Experience in financial services, risk management, or a highly regulated industry
- Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, or similar
- Experience partnering with co-sourcing providers
At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:
- 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
- Paid parental leave and family building benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
Salary : $120,000 - $180,000