IT Audit Senior Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Take the lead in executing risk-focused operational, technology, and cybersecurity audits, managing the process from risk assessment and scoping to testing, reporting, and validation of remediation.

• Evaluate systems, infrastructure, applications, and technology service providers that facilitate banking operations, including services from affiliated entities.

• Plan and conduct IT audits, incorporating technical walkthroughs, assessments of control design, effectiveness testing, preparation of workpapers, and comprehensive reporting.

• Analyze technology and cybersecurity risks related to identity and access management, privileged access, cloud and infrastructure security, network security, vulnerability management, security monitoring, and incident response.

• Examine banking applications and their supporting interfaces for lending, deposits, and payments, focusing on application controls, data integrity, and automated processing.

• Assess technology services provided by third parties and affiliates, including oversight, service dependencies, assurance coverage, and accountability of controls.

• Maintain the IT audit universe and risk assessments, inform the annual audit plan, and adjust coverage to address emerging risks, new products, and significant technological changes.

• Contribute to the development of audit methodology, mentor colleagues, and support integrated audits by evaluating technology risks within broader banking operations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 7 years of IT audit experience, with significant hands-on involvement in engagements at a regulated financial institution.

• Deep understanding of internal controls, risk assessment practices, and audit methodologies.

• Proven track record of driving ongoing improvements in audit processes, risk coverage, and issue management.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Capability to distill complex issues into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Proficiency in applying data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) tools throughout the audit life cycle.

• Outstanding project management and organizational abilities.

• Skillful in managing multiple audits and priorities concurrently.

• Professional demeanor and sound judgment.

• Ability to cultivate cross-functional relationships and influence stakeholders.

• Possession of CPA, CIA, CRCM, CISA, or other relevant professional certifications.

• Experience interacting with regulators or supporting regulatory examinations is a plus.

• Willingness and capability to learn and contribute to audit coverage beyond primary areas of expertise is valued.

• Familiarity with applying frameworks such as NIST or COBIT to risk-based audits is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work options available.

• Comprehensive medical insurance.

• Flexible time-off policies.

• Retirement savings plans.

• Modern family planning benefits.

• Reasonable accommodations provided throughout the recruitment process.