Senior Audit Manager - Information Security

U.S. Bank • Charlotte, NC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Corporate Audit Services Senior Audit Manager (SAM) is primarily responsible for leading staff in the completion of audit engagements and managing the assigned Information Security audit portfolio. The SAM is responsible for providing oversight of audit engagements to ensure the engagements meet timelines, quality and budgetary requirements. This role is responsible for providing thought leadership and strategic directions on the coverage of information security risks at the Bank, developing audit plan, serving as co-risk owner, as well as coaching and developing team members. Partners with Senior to Executive Leaders in their assigned Line of Business, Risk/Compliance/Audit (RCA) Consultants, RCA Managers and other Senior RCA Managers to, depending on the function, oversee the successful creation, implementation, and maintenance of an effective risk management framework. Accountable for projects and/or activities that ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Identifies gaps and drives solutions that minimize losses resulting from inadequate internal processes, systems or human errors. Accountable for the active identification, response and/or escalation of risks as appropriate. Influences policies and procedures to maximize profit potential and minimize regulatory exposure. Accountable for an effective partnership between the Line of Business and the Lines of Defense. Manages a team of RCA Professionals with responsibility for staffing, performance management, prioritizing, guidance and training.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in a Technology, Cybersecurity or Engineering related field of concentration or equivalent combination of training and experience
• Expert in Project management and execution skills, including prioritizing tasks, balancing workload between multiple projects, anticipating next steps, adapting to changing situations and project scope
• Agile/Continuous Deployment/Continuous Delivery/DevSecOps, Secure Software Development
• API and Cloud Migration experience
• Advanced data analytics, AI and visualization acumen
• Strong knowledge of IT Frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ITIL, NIST, FEDRAMP, PCI-DSS, CRI Cyber Risk Profile, AGILE, AWS Well Architected Framework etc.) and experience in implementing, operationalizing or leveraging these frameworks in leading audit and risk management practices
• Technical knowledge of at least two of: API, secure cloud architecture, data encryption, deployment models, Zero Trust, network segmentation, authentication/authorization protocols, or cryptography
• Hands-on experience in at least one of the above
• Critical thinking and intellectual curiosity
• Written and verbal communications – ability to create clear, concise, and engaging messaging across multiple formats
• Ability to work well under deadline pressure
• Track record in developing team members
• Bachelor's or advanced degree, or equivalent work experience
• Typically more than 12 years of applicable experience

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CIA, AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Azure Administrator, AI related certification)
• Advanced degree (e.g., MS in Technology/Information Security, MBA)
• Considerable understanding of applicable laws, regulations, financial services, and regulatory trends that impact their assigned line of business
• Considerable understanding of the business line’s operations, products/services, systems, and associated risks/controls
• Thorough knowledge of Risk/Compliance/Audit competencies
• Strong leadership and management skills of processes, projects and people
• Effective skills at managing stressful situations
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Proficient computer skills, especially Microsoft Office applications
• Applicable professional certifications

Responsibilities

• Leading staff in the completion of audit engagements
• Managing the assigned Information Security audit portfolio
• Providing oversight of audit engagements to ensure they meet timelines, quality, and budgetary requirements
• Providing thought leadership and strategic directions on the coverage of information security risks
• Developing audit plans
• Serving as co-risk owner
• Coaching and developing team members
• Overseeing the successful creation, implementation, and maintenance of an effective risk management framework
• Ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Identifying gaps and driving solutions to minimize losses
• Active identification, response, and/or escalation of risks
• Influencing policies and procedures to maximize profit potential and minimize regulatory exposure
• Ensuring an effective partnership between the Line of Business and the Lines of Defense
• Managing a team of RCA Professionals including staffing, performance management, prioritizing, guidance, and training

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Basic term and optional term life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Pregnancy disability and parental leave
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
• Adoption assistance
• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• Pension

What This Job Offers

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