Manager - IT Risk Assurance

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Technology

Specialism

Advisory - Other

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

In IT audit at PwC, you will focus on helping to assess and evaluate the design and effectiveness of an organisation's IT systems and controls to provide compliance with regulations and mitigate risks.

This position involves planning, executing, and managing complex IT audits and compliance activities to ensure the integrity, reliability, and security of our clients' information systems and the adherence to applicable regulations and standards.

Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team member’s unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our Firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Involve in developing IT audit planning.
• Lead and execute comprehensive IT audits, including application reviews, IT security audits, and general IT controls assessments.
• Ensure audits are performed in accordance with firm’s methodologies, best practices and professional standards.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify and evaluate IT-related risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Collaborate with other business units to address and manage key risks impacting IT systems.
• Monitor and report on the status of IT audit activities to senior management.
• Build and nurture effective relationships with key client stakeholders to understand their IT audit requirements and provide tailored solutions.
• Communicate audit findings, recommendations, and action plans clearly to stakeholders across various levels of the organization.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of IT audit professionals, providing guidance and support in their professional growth.
• Set performance standards and evaluate team members to ensure high-quality audit results and continuous improvement.
• Stay updated on relevant regulations, industry standards, and best practices (e.g., ISO, NIST, COBIT) that impact IT audits and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to IT audits.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to enhance clients' IT governance, risk management, and audit processes.
• Collaborate with clients to implement effective IT controls and processes to improve efficiency and security.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CISA, CISM, CISSP, CRISC) are preferred.
• Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in IT audit, IT risk management, and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of IT audit methodologies, data analytics tools, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with senior management and external clients effectively.
• Strong leadership capabilities and experience managing a team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines concurrently.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

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Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Auditing, Auditing Methodologies, Client Management, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Compliance Program Implementation, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Ingestion, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Security, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, External Audit, Financial Reporting, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) {+ 27 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

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