IT Audit Manager

Selby Jennings
Houston, TX, United States
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$150,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Artificial Intelligence Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure Cloud Computing Cloud Computing Security Cyber Security Data Control Data Governance Information Technology Audit Systems Development Life Cycle Power BI
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Software Engineering Tableau (Software) Strategies of Testing Google Cloud Enterprise Software Applications Software Security Data Analytics Data Management Tools for Reporting Alteryx

Job description

This role is ideal for an experienced IT Auditor who enjoys assessing emerging technology risks, conducting complex risk-based audits, and serving as a trusted advisor to stakeholders. The position provides broad exposure across cloud technology, cybersecurity, application environments, software development practices, data governance, and enterprise technology initiatives.

Unlike heavily compliance-driven audit positions, this role emphasizes critical thinking, risk assessment, and delivering meaningful insights to the business rather than just checking the box., * Lead and execute end-to-end technology audit engagements covering cybersecurity, cloud computing, infrastructure, data management, technology governance, software development, and related risk areas.

  • Perform risk assessments to identify key areas of exposure and help develop audit coverage plans.
  • Develop audit scopes, testing strategies, and risk-based audit programs tailored to complex technology environments.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of technology controls and identify opportunities to strengthen governance, security, and operational resilience.
  • Conduct walkthroughs, interviews, and testing procedures with technology, security, operations, and business stakeholders.
  • Assess risks associated with modern technologies including cloud platforms, AI-enabled solutions, APIs, digital transformation initiatives, and third-party technology providers.
  • Draft clear, concise audit observations and communicate findings to management and senior stakeholders.
  • Monitor remediation efforts and validate the effectiveness of corrective actions.
  • Contribute to the continuous enhancement of audit methodologies, reporting practices, and risk assessment processes.
  • Utilize data analytics and technology-enabled audit techniques to improve audit effectiveness and identify emerging risks.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience within Internal Audit, Technology Audit, IT Risk, or Technology Controls environments.
  • Experience executing risk-based audits within a formal Internal Audit function (3rd Line of Defense preferred).
  • Strong understanding of technology risk management and control frameworks.
  • Hands-on experience auditing one or more of the following:
  • Cybersecurity programs
  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Application security
  • APIs and integrations
  • Infrastructure and network environments
  • Change management processes
  • Data governance and data controls
  • Software development lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Ability to independently manage audit engagements from planning through reporting.
  • Experience performing risk assessments, developing audit programs, documenting findings, and validating remediation activities.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to challenge stakeholders constructively and influence control enhancements., * CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CIA, or similar professional certification.
  • Experience within Asset Management, Financial Services, Insurance, Consulting, or Corporate Internal Audit environments.
  • Exposure to cloud security concepts, cyber risk frameworks, or emerging technologies.
  • Experience leveraging analytics tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx, ACL, IDEA, or similar platforms.
  • Familiarity with AI governance, digital transformation programs, and evolving technology risk trends.

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