Senior Manager of IT Audit

Pattern Energy Group LP•Houston, TX

9h•$118,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to support the VP of Internal Auditor and the Senior Director of Internal Audit by leading complex IT audits across Pattern’s operations. The role provides senior-level oversight of audit execution, team development, and third-party resources, while serving as a key business partner to management and external auditors to strengthen risk management, internal controls, and governance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in MIS/AIS, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or Accounting
CISA, CISSP, CGEIT, CPA, CIA, etc., or equivalent
Proven leadership experience that emphasizes knowledge of IT Risk Management, Finding and Remediation Management, IT Audits, and Data Privacy/Security assessments
10 + years of IT Audit, Information Security, or Technology Risk experience, including progressive leadership and people-oversight responsibilities
Strong knowledge of professional standards (U.S. GAAP, GAAS, SOX 404, COSO, AS5 and the Professional Practices Framework of the IIA)
Familiarity and understanding of major professional audit frameworks and standards (NIST, ISO 27001, ITIL, COBIT, PCI-DSS, etc.)
Strong understanding of internal controls, operational processes, and risk management principles
Experience in performing product security assessments in the areas of authentication/authorization and privileged access control
Strong project management skills with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple audits concurrently
Strong verbal and written communication skills, to effectively present to peers and management, including report positioning and clarity.
Ability to discuss complex issues with any level of management and influence perspectives
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop audit professionals while maintaining high standards of audit quality and professional judgment
Strategic thinker with advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to understand business processes to identify control deficiencies, process issues, and business problems and recommend potential solutions
Maintain a current knowledge base of IT audit industry practices to ensure best practices are always considered
Ensure all assigned audit duties in manner that reflects the highest professional standards and complies with the guidelines of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
Proficiency in using audit software, data analysis tools, and MS Office applications
Excellent organizational skills and understanding of methods for streamlining and automating repetitive functions
Initiative in pursuing appropriate, timely and effective solutions to complex issues
Ability to respond to time sensitive issues with quick turnaround

Nice To Haves

Preferably comes from multinational corporate environment and/or Big 4
Experience in auditing at a global company with international locations is preferred
Experience managing or overseeing external auditors, consultants, or co‑sourced audit providers
Renewable energy industry experience is preferred
Energy Trading exposure is preferred
NERC/FERC IT auditing experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for the development and execution of a flexible, IT risk-based annual audit plan and performing IT internal control testing. Additionally, maintaining a current IT audit universe
Responsible for managing the enterprise IT risk assessments, apply critical thinking and analysis, and assist in communicating risks to internal stakeholders globally
Lead the research of IT issues and trends, formulate recommendations and solutions to support conclusions, and provide practical advice for corrective action, innovation, and continuous process improvements. Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership teams. Secure management action plans for remediation and monitor remediation progress and timeliness
Lead the evaluation of new IT processes, policies and systems that improve organization efficiency and effectiveness and enhance IT risk mitigation activities
Provide day‑to‑day oversight and quality review of IT audit work performed by internal team members and co‑sourced specialists
Cross-collaborate and communicate within the department to execute integrated audits and advisory engagements across end‑to‑end processes
Oversee, coach and mentor audit staff on SDLC controls, ITGCs, automated controls, and key reports, including testing methodology and evidence standards
Oversee third‑party and specialist engagements, including scope definition, execution oversight, and budget management
Develop productive business partner relationships and proactively interact with key management personnel at all levels to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for business process improvements
Responsible for executing internal audit team wide IT training on topics of need
Seamlessly liaise with external auditors in connection with IT process and controls discussions
Invest in understanding Pattern’s business and the renewable energy industry to better identify areas of need and opportunities to advise
Lead ad-hoc programs and initiatives to provide advisory insights
Responsible for materiality/scoping over IT internal controls
Responsible for ensuring IT audits and related third-party engagements are performed within budget