AVP, Internal Audit – Technology Assurance & Advisory

Nationwide Mutual Insurance • Columbus, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a team member in Internal Audit at Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales, the opportunities are endless! Let Nationwide help create your career journey! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care. With the ever evolving and increasing levels of internal auditing requirements, as well as heightened operational, financial, strategic and technology risks inherent in a Fortune 100 protection organization, Nationwide prioritizes internal audit as a critical component of our business strategy, governance and success. If you have the desire to develop and lead internal audit practices that drive business outcomes and deliver outstanding solutions and results, we want to know more about you! As the AVP, Internal Audit – Technology Assurance & Advisory, you will be responsible for all aspects of IA’s Technology and Advisory portfolio. You’ll oversee risk‑based assurance and advisory engagements over enterprise technology infrastructure, platforms, applications, cybersecurity, data and operations, as well as integrated technology coverage for Property & Casualty (P&C) Operations, Nationwide Financial (NF) and Corporate Functions. You’ll focus primarily on technology risk, control and change across core business and technology operational activities. You’ll ensure that technology risks are identified, controls are designed and operating effectively, and management receives clear, actionable insights. You will accomplish this by leveraging the use of cutting-edge technologies, such as AI, process intelligence and advanced analytics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’ degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data or a related technology field; a business, accounting or finance minor/concentration preferred.
• Typically, 10 or more years of progressive experience in technology audit, technology risk, cybersecurity, IT operations or related fields, ideally within insurance or financial services.
• Proven ability to plan and execute risk-based audits, assess risks, test controls, and identify issues.
• Strong ability to evaluate controls, interpret risks, and recommend process improvements.
• Strong understanding of technology architectures, cloud, DevSecOps, Software Development Life Cycle, cybersecurity, data management and emerging technologies.
• Proven communication skills that are clear and constructive.
• Skilled at relationship-building and political savvy.
• Ability to use data analytics, process mining, automation, and visualization to improve audit work.
• Experience leading high-performing teams, providing mentorship, and building accountability.
• Knowledge of property & casualty insurance and/or financial services a plus.
• Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in technology, cybersecurity, data or business (e.g., MSIS, MS Cybersecurity, MBA) preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CICS, CISSP, CISM, CIA, CPA, or similar strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Creates and drives a multi-year, risk-based audit strategy covering enterprise infrastructure & integrated platforms, technology operations, software engineering, cybersecurity platforms and operations, technology risk management, architecture, protective services, data management, emerging technologies and Nationwide India Operations.
• Coordinates with IA business focused peers to provide integrated coverage for technology risks within P&C, NF and Corporate engagements.
• Partners with Technology, Cybersecurity, Data & Analytics, Enterprise Risk Management and other partners to identify emerging technology risks, evaluate the design and effectiveness of controls and provide advisory input on major initiatives, transformations and cloud/AI efforts.
• Leverages automation, analytics, continuous monitoring and other digital techniques to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of technology engagements.
• Serves as primary IA point-of-contact for senior technology leaders, including the Chief Technology Officer, Cybersecurity leadership, Enterprise Architecture, Data Office and related functions.
• Communicates key observations, themes and recommendations.
• Evaluates the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and recommends enhancements to improve quality, efficiency and risk management.
• Serves as the primary IA point-of-contact for senior leaders in the P&C and NF Operations and relevant Corporate Functions.
• Communicates audit objectives, observations and recommendations clearly and constructively, fostering a collaborative, solutions‑oriented relationship.
• Drives adoption of data analytics, process mining, automation and visualization within Business Assurance engagements.
• Leads and develops a team of technology auditors with diverse backgrounds providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management.
• Fosters a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and accountability within the Internal Audit function.
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• medical/dental/vision
• life insurance
• short and long term disability coverage
• paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date
• nine paid holidays
• 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off
• 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• company-paid pension plan
• business casual attire

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager