Director Information Technology Audit

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A large, publicly traded financial services organization is seeking a Director of IT Internal Audit to help lead and scale its enterprise technology audit and risk oversight program.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing IT risk assessments, internal audit execution, and advisory activities across technology governance, systems, and enterprise platforms. The role partners closely with senior leadership and the audit committee to strengthen controls, evaluate emerging risks, and support strategic technology initiatives.

The Role

The Director will help shape the organization’s IT audit strategy while leading complex engagements across enterprise technology environments. This role combines risk oversight, advisory leadership, and team development within a highly visible internal audit function.

Key Responsibilities

IT Risk & Audit Leadership

• Lead enterprise IT risk assessments and contribute to the annual audit plan
• Oversee audits related to IT controls, systems governance, and technology operations
• Evaluate risks associated with system implementations and major technology initiatives
• Assess control environments supporting financial and operational systems

Audit Execution & Oversight

• Lead complex technology-focused audit engagements across multiple business units
• Develop audit work programs and risk assessment methodologies
• Identify control gaps, emerging risks, and process improvement opportunities
• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership
• Incorporate data analytics and emerging technologies into audit methodologies
• Evaluate governance around cybersecurity, cloud environments, and enterprise systems
• Provide advisory insight on technology risk and control design

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor internal audit professionals
• Establish expectations, review deliverables, and support career developmentli>Strengthen the maturity and capabilities of the IT audit function

Strategic Partnership

• Build strong relationships with business, technology, and compliance leaders
• Serve as a trusted advisor on risk management and governance matters
• Contribute to continuous improvement of internal audit processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field
• 12+ years of experience in IT audit, technology risk, or advisory roles
• Experience within a publicly traded company or professional services environment
• Strong background in IT internal controls and enterprise technology risk
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Relevant certifications preferred (CISA, CISSP, CPA, CIA, or similar)
• Experience using data analytics or visualization tools is a plus

Why This Role Stands Out

• Senior leadership role with enterprise impact
• Direct visibility to executive leadership and audit committee
• Opportunity to shape the strategy of a growing IT internal audit function
• Exposure to complex technology environments and transformation initiatives

Additional details regarding the organization will be shared with qualified candidates during the search process.

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