IT Audit Manager

In this critical role, you'll independently manage the end-to-end delivery of a range of audits (primarily focussed on IT subject areas) and other assurance activities from planning through to execution, reporting and follow-up in line with the functions Internal Audit Methodology.

Client Details

Our client is a large-scale organisation start-up Bank based in Leeds.

Description

The IT Audit Manager will be responsible for;

• Independently leading and taking ownership of the end-to-end planning and execution of internal audit engagements in predominantly IT subject areas and IT change projects (though flexibility will also be required to deliver audits in non-IT areas as business needs arise).
• Conduct audit engagements in compliance with the IAS Internal Audit Methodology and diligently document the work undertaken in a structured, clear and concise manner to a standard that would be acceptable during an External Quality Assessment of the IAS function.
• Undertake planning activities for an assurance engagement where the route ahead may not always be clear to propose the scope and key risk areas for focus during the audit.
• Prepare and present excellent quality outputs (e.g. audit reports and closing meeting slides) with an eye for detail, to communicate key messages in a simple, succinct and balanced way to a range of stakeholders, helping to inform effective decision making.
• Apply judgement and propose recommendations to findings which are proportionate to the risk in question, written in a clear manner to facilitate its completion.
• Work collaboratively, in a friendly and professional manner in sometimes difficult situations to resolve conflict in the process of agreeing an audit report with the business.
• Capture agreed actions arising from IAS engagements and diligently follow-up in a timely way the status of audit action completion, providing support where necessary and reporting the outcome to inform reporting to ExCo/Audit and Risk Committee.

Profile

A successful IT Audit Manager should have:

• A member of the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) or holding a CCAB qualification (e.g. ACA).
• A CISA, CISM or CISPP qualification would be highly advantageous.
• Significant experience conducting the end-to-end delivery of IT audit engagements independently in areas such as IT Strategy, User Access Management, Information Governance, IT Security, IT Resilience and IT Project Delivery and Software Development.
• Experience of deploying innovative approaches to providing assurance of IT projects throughout its lifecycle.
• Some experience in the delivery of non-IT audits.
• Experience of operating in financial services and/or the public sector would be an advantage but not necessary
• Prior experience of operating in a start-up environment would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of IIA standards.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, data analytical tools and experience of working with audit model software would be a distinct advantage.
• Knowledge of IT audit methodologies and standards e.g. COBIT.ment.

Job Offer

• An estimated salary range of £70,000 - £85,000 per annum.
• Additional benefits including a 10% cash allowance and a 10% bonus.
• A 10% non-contribution pension, 15% when you contribute 5%
• A prominent role in the public sector with a national presence.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• 3 days in Leeds CC Office

If you're looking for a significant role in the public sector and have a passion for IT audit, this IT Audit Manager role could be the perfect fit for you. We encourage all suitable candidates to apply.