IT Audit AVP

An established global financial institution is seeking an IT Audit Assistant Vice President to support the planning and execution of technology audits across its banking operations.

This position focuses on evaluating IT infrastructure, applications, internal controls, and regulatory compliance to identify technology risks and recommend improvements. The AVP will also oversee audit activities, track corrective actions, and provide technical guidance to junior auditors., * Plan and execute risk-based IT audits covering infrastructure, applications, banking systems, and data management processes.

• Evaluate IT general controls (ITGC), application controls, system implementations, and technology-related risks.
• Assess compliance with regulatory requirements and control frameworks, including FFIEC, COSO, COBIT, and ISO.
• Conduct IT risk assessments, identify control deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform pre-implementation reviews to evaluate controls before new systems are deployed.
• Prepare and review audit workpapers, supporting documentation, and audit reports.
• Monitor outstanding audit findings, track remediation progress, and verify corrective actions.
• Utilize computer-assisted auditing tools and data analytics to support audit testing and continuous monitoring.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and training to junior audit professionals.
• Collaborate with IT, risk management, compliance, and business stakeholders to address technology risks.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 4+ years of professional experience in IT auditing, technology risk, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience auditing IT infrastructure, applications, system implementations, and internal controls.
• Knowledge of IT general controls (ITGC), application controls, and IT risk assessments.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and control frameworks, including FFIEC, COSO, COBIT, and ISO.
• Experience preparing audit reports, reviewing workpapers, and tracking remediation activities.
• Understanding of banking technology environments, including core banking systems and transaction processing platforms.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to provide technical guidance to audit staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting IT audits within banking, financial services, or another highly regulated environment.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CIA, CPA, CRISC, CGEIT, CISSP, or CISM.
• Advanced degree in a related discipline.
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior auditors.
• Experience with audit management software, data analytics, and continuous auditing techniques.