Global Head of Technology Audit

The Global Head of IT Audit position is predominantly focused on helping the overall audit department and different areas of technology to come together. This role will be helping establish areas from a risk and control perspective and working as a bridge between IT stakeholders, the business and the audit department.

Client Details

Our client is a global financial services company with employees / offices scattered across the US.

Description

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Foster a high-level approach by which technology architecture and engineering efforts can be assessed from a control perspective
• Provide oversight and leadership on audit assurance reviews aimed at validating the controls by which applications and other technology solutions are designed, developed and deployed
• Build strong relationships with the technology leadership team and other business partners, including Information Security and Technology Risk Management
• Serve as primary point of contact for relevant stakeholders, leading business engagements while developing a deep understanding of their practices, portfolio, ongoing projects and longer-term plans
• Oversee technology reviews within the applications and data practice as well as the cloud, cyber, infrastructure practices
• Oversee a team of 5-10 individuals, providing timely and candid feedback and coaching to staff

Profile

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment
• Extensive knowledge and experience in Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, AI, BlockChain, Cloud, Enterprise Technologies, etc.
• High-level knowledge of IT risks across applications, infrastructure and data
• Direct experience within technology audit or technology risk at a complex organization
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with executive management and external regulators
• Experience managing teams of skilled professionals - ability to recruit and maintain a high-performing team
• Excellent communication (verbal, written, and listening) and interpersonal skills; strong writing skills, particularly as related to audit reports and management presentations
• Good understanding of database management systems and related controls
• Experience in a technology audit or related technology risk / technology development function
• Degree in management information systems, engineering or a technology field is preferred. BA/BS is required
• Strong project management, organizational skills and presentation skills
• Understanding of best practice control frameworks such as CoBIT, OWASP, ISO, ITIL and COSO

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary
• Annual bonus potential
• Flexible work location
• 401K
• Health, Dental, Vision, PTO and other lucrative benefits

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