IT Audit Lead

We are seeking an IT Audit Lead to join our Management Controls and Internal Audit Group. As an IT Audit Lead, you will be responsible for leading IT audit engagements, planning and carrying out the audit, and continuously working to improve processes and procedures. You will work closely with the Head of Information Technology Audit to develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of the technology organization, business areas, and support functions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead and perform IT and integrated audit engagements, with support from IT Auditors, focusing on IT core infrastructure, trade execution and trade processing infrastructure, critical applications, and IT general controls;
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, establishing a culture of engagement while adding value;
• Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of the technology organization, business areas, and support functions;
• Support the Head of Information Technology Audit with audit planning, scope design, internal control assessment, raising and reporting of issues, and monitoring of remediation plans;
• Participate in department-wide initiatives focused on continually improving firm processes and the control environment;
• Assist with annual risk assessment process, audit plan creation, and other departmental administrative projects.

Qualifications/Skills Required:

• 12+ years of IT audit experience with exposure to core IT infrastructure, cyber security, equities trading, fixed-income trading, operations, and/or trade support functions;
• Strong analytical and reporting skills and effective relationship-building experience;
• Effective communication (verbal and written) and inter-personal skills, with the ability to present sophisticated and sensitive issues to management and inspire change;
• Knowledge and experience of core IT infrastructure platforms (e.g., Windows, Unix, Sybase, SQL), cyber security, cloud technology, networks, firewalls, and/or data analytics;
• Extensive knowledge of the audit lifecycle and the evaluation of IT general controls and IT automated controls;
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science/Engineering, or other relevant fields;
• A related certification (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CIA) is desired;
• Domestic and international travel requirements: 0%-10%.

The estimated base salary range for this position is $160,000 to $250,000, which is specific to New York and may change in the future.