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IT Audit Manager

Robert Half
Chicago, IL Per Diem
POSTED ON 2/12/2026 CLOSED ON 3/18/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Audit Manager position at Robert Half?

The salary range for this position is $135,000 - $140,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0mThe #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Job DescriptionDevelop the annual IT audit plan, including the annual risk assessment, in collaboration with Internal Audit leadershipAssess, manage and optimize information technology risk across a wide range of areas, including cybersecurity, IT strategy and governance, IT regulatory and compliance requirements, and business continuityManage a portfolio of assigned audits and related activities, including staffing, scheduling, and coordination with the client to ensure the timely completion of the plan.Oversee IT audits, including cybersecurity, cloud, system access controls, system implementation life cycle, and data governanceDevelop audit programs and testing procedures in accordance with widely accepted IT auditing and cybersecurity standards (e.g., COBIT, NIST, CIS, CSA)Manage and monitor the progress of the audit engagement, prioritize the workload of the audit team, and identify and escalate to the Director of Internal Audit any necessary changes to the audit as the engagement progressesDraft complete audit reports with minimal oversight that clearly and concisely describe issues identified during the audit engagementEnsure audit engagement quality, including adherence to Global IIA Standards and Internal Audit Department policies and standardsDeliver reviews and projects on time, within agreed budget, and in accordance with IIA StandardsDrive cross-functional assurance and compliance initiatives (such as risk assessments, monitoring approach, etc.) with other functionsManage audits with a collaborative tone ensuring a constructive environment is maintained between the audit team and the audit clientEstablish and communicate recommendations to mitigate current and emerging internal and external risks, ensuring appropriate escalation and reporting of issues impacting operations to address strategic, business and compliance objectivesBuild successful relationships with client management to provide value-added consultation to influence and strengthen operational efficiencies and effectiveness, promote appropriate risk management awareness and mitigation, and provide opportunities for cost savings, and standardization and globalization of processesCoach and manage junior staff effectively on assigned audits and projectsContribute to the positive and team-oriented culture by maintaining cooperative relationships (assisting other project teams when necessary), facilitating the resolution of conflicts, sharing information, and accepting and providing feedbackManage special projects as requested by managementLeverage data analytics to enhance audit effectiveness and provide insights into operational risks and efficiency opportunitiesAssist the Director of Internal Audit in developing key risk indicators (KRIs) to monitor financial, operational, and IT risks.

Salary : $135,000 - $140,000

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