Senior Director Technology and Cyber Audit

Early Warning Services-posted 2 months ago

$183,000 - $274,000/Yr

Full-time • Senior

Hybrid • Scottsdale, AZ

251-500 employees

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The Technology and Cyber Audit Sr. Director is a strategic leader responsible for directing the planning, execution, and oversight of the organization's internal audit program across technology and cybersecurity areas. This role provides independent assurance to executive leadership and the Audit Committee regarding the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes. The Senior Director serves as a trusted advisor, leveraging deep technology and cyber expertise in financial services regulations and emerging risks to influence enterprise strategy, enhance risk resilience, and drive continuous improvement.

Lead the development of a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit plan aligned with the company's strategic priorities, regulatory expectations, and industry standards.
Prepare periodic reporting to executive management and the Audit Committee on audit results, emerging risks, and the adequacy of governance and control frameworks.
Partner with senior leaders across lines of business to influence and strengthen enterprise risk management and compliance practices.
Direct complex audits covering technology, cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, applications, cloud platforms, data governance, and privacy audit areas.
Accountable for the performance and results of other auditors' development of risk-based assessments and audit plans, including assessing risks, evaluating internal controls, designing audit procedures, and executing testing.
Accountable for the performance and results of the work of others ensuring that they have assessed the technology processes, operational processes, and internal controls to identify areas of non-compliance, inefficiencies, or fraud.
Ensure audit work adheres to the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Standards, FFIEC, DAMA-DMBOK, CRI and other relevant frameworks.
Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, recommending enhancements that mitigate risks and promote efficiency.
Drive adoption of technology-enabled auditing tools, data analytics, and continuous monitoring practices.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of technology and cyber audit professionals, ensuring succession planning and career growth opportunities.
Promote a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous learning within the internal audit function.
Provide coaching on technical and regulatory topics to audit staff and broader business teams.
Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Technology, Cybersecurity, Data and Risk teams to ensure comprehensive risk coverage and alignment on corrective actions.
Build and maintain strong relationships with regulators, external auditors, and industry peers.
Influence change by providing clear, actionable, and business-oriented recommendations to executive leadership.

Education or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or business-related field.
Minimum of 12-15 years of experience in internal audit, public accounting, or risk management, with leadership responsibility.
Deep knowledge of IT general controls, cybersecurity frameworks, data protection regulations applicable to financial services industry.
Demonstrated success engaging with executive management on sensitive and complex risk issues.
Strong ability to interpret complex regulations, analyze data, and develop enterprise-level risk mitigation strategies.
Proven track record of leading teams and managing multiple priorities.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Experience working with federal regulatory agencies and/or large financial institutions.
Background and drug screen.

Certifications: CISSP, CISA, AWS Cloud Practitioner, CISM, and/or MCSE
Additional related education and/or experience preferred

Healthcare Coverage - Competitive medical (PPO/HDHP), dental, and vision plans as well as company contributions to your Health Savings Account (HSA) or pre-tax savings through flexible spending accounts (FSA) for commuting, health & dependent care expenses.
401(k) Retirement Plan - Featuring a 100% Company Safe Harbor Match on your first 6% deferral immediately upon eligibility.
Paid Time Off - Flexible Time Off for Exempt (salaried) employees, as well as generous PTO for Non-Exempt (hourly) employees, plus 11 paid company holidays and a paid volunteer day.
12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
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