IT Audit Manager

Description We are looking for an experienced IT Audit Manager to lead technology-focused audit work supporting Global Markets activities in New York, New York. This Contract position is suited for a detail-oriented individual who can evaluate application controls, IT general controls, and data integrity across complex trading environments while providing clear, risk-based audit perspectives. The role requires strong judgment, deep knowledge of investment banking technology, and the ability to work with senior stakeholders across regional and global initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end IT audit engagements focused on applications and trading platforms used across Global Markets within an investment banking environment.

• Assess the design and effectiveness of automated controls, application controls, and IT general controls to determine whether system-driven processing is complete, accurate, and timely.

• Review data integrity risks and control frameworks supporting trading activity, including areas tied to algorithmic trading and electronic execution.

• Define audit scope based on key technology and business risks, using strong knowledge of Equities, execution services, and Securitized Products environments.

• Manage large-scale audit assignments that involve multiple regions or cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring quality execution and clear reporting.

• Evaluate trading systems and related operational processes across asset classes such as Credit, FX, Rates, Securitized Products, and Equities.

• Identify control gaps, recommend practical improvements, and influence senior stakeholders to strengthen risk management and governance.

• Apply audit standards and best practices to produce well-supported conclusions and actionable findings for leadership review. Requirements * 7+ years of experience conducting and leading IT audits, preferably within an investment bank or global financial institution.

• Strong expertise in application audits, IT general controls, automated controls, and technology risk assessment.

• Solid understanding of Global Markets businesses, including sales and trading functions and the systems that support them.

• Hands-on knowledge of trading platforms and algorithmic trading control environments across multiple asset classes.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex regional or global audit engagements and guide risk-based scoping decisions.

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) designation strongly preferred.

• Familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley testing, information systems audit practices, and senior-level audit delivery.

• Exposure to Python or other programming languages, as well as data science or artificial intelligence tools, is a plus.

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