IT Audit Manager

We are working with a Top 10 professional firm, and they are seeking an experienced IT Audit Manager to join their team based in Dublin. The ideal candidate will have previous experience within an Accountancy/Financial Services firm managing and training IT Auditors while also managing a portfolio of IT Audit clients. The role will have a focus on internal IT Audits and as such the successful candidate will have experience in conducting/ supporting IT Internal Audits.

Responsibilities;

• Managing a portfolio of internal IT audits of varying size, scope and complexity – primarily public sector and financial services  

• Creating audit plans and defining the scope of audits for clients for whom we provide outsourced or co-sourced internal audit services.

• Supervising fieldwork, providing guidance and oversight to junior staff members.

• Reviewing working papers to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Crafting comprehensive audit reports that include findings and recommendations.

• Collaborating with audit staff and client management to address audit-related matters.

• Upholding quality standards throughout the audit process.

• Serving as a member of the IT audit management team and contributing to team growth and development.

• Participating in the development and training initiatives for IT audit staff.

• Contributing to the enhancement of our internal IT audit methodology.

Ideal Candidate;

• Minimum 5 years experience in IT auditing within an audit/accountancy firm.

• Previous experience conducting internal IT audits.

• Prior experience in managing internal IT audit teams.

• Possession of a degree in audit, accounting, IT, engineering, security, or a related field.

• Holding a recognized IT audit qualification such as CISA, CISM, or equivalent.

• Proficiency in cyber security standards such as NIST, ISO27001, NIS-D, etc.

• Comprehensive knowledge of various technologies including applications, infrastructure, networking, and IT management controls.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

• Strong project management capabilities.

Preferred but not essential;

• ISAE3042/ SSAE16/ Soc 1 and 2 audit experience

• Knowledge and experience in audit interrogation tools (ACL, IDEA, Alteryx etc.)

• Financial services experience

• Irish public sector experience

• A technical qualification in cyber security, networking or infrastructure or similar