IT Audit Manager

Assist the Internal Audit Management in performing the annual risk assessment & formulating the annual plan with regards to IT. Execute IT audits to high quality standards and ensuring scope is risk based. Take ownership & project manage end to end delivery and business stakeholders. Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships with the business. Provide objective assurance over the key business risks faced by the Group.

Client Details

A well know Financial Services business in Manchester

Description

The IT Audit Manager will be responsible for;

• Develop a sound understanding of the Group IT control environment and the IT Transformation Programme
• Plan and execute a portfolio of technology audits across the businesses
• Carry out GIA risks assessment to providing specific risk inputs to the development of the annual audit plan.
• Execution and delivery of audits in line with audit methodology and IIA standards and budget.
• Produce IA reports which are impactful, balanced and address the root cause of issues. Ensure recommendations are commercial and address the ongoing sustainability of the control environment.
• Ensure recommendations are followed up to closure and drive timely issue resolution and sustainability of implemented controls.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with multiple business and technology stakeholders including the CTO, CISO, CPEO and Programme Director.
• Stay abreast of emerging technology risks and best practice controls.
• With the agreement of the Heads of Audit and Chief Internal Auditor, perform risk advisory projects to support the IT business with high impact change initiatives.
• Work with and support business auditors to assess IT controls in business audits
• Enhance the profile of Group Internal Audit within the business by always acting in a professional manner, maintaining a no-surprises partnership culture, and maintaining independence.

Profile

The successful IT Audit Manager should have;

• Experience in auditing IT functions within financial services, either in an external or internal audit capacity. Minimum of 4 years post-qualification experience.
• Must have in-depth knowledge of IT risks and audit methodologies, including data analytics capabilities

Previous experience and coverage of:

• IT security, including access management, perimeter security, and threat management.
• Solid IT general controls (ITGCs) knowledge.
• IT outsourcing arrangements, including service delivery, supplier management, and data security considerations.
• IT governance, strategy, and operating models.
• Knowledge of IT frameworks (NIST, COBIT, ISO, ITIL) is desirable.
• Knowledge of project change methodology is desirable.
• Self-motivated and proactive in approach, able to act independently and on own initiative.
• Excellent analytical, influencing, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

Job Offer

The successful IT Audit Manager will receive;

• Competitive salary of £70-85k DOE,
• Performance related bonus,
• Flexible working (2-3 days per week in Manchester CC),
• Excellent working environment
• Life Assurance
• 28 days holiday