Senior Manager, Technology within Global Audit & Risk Management

Columbia Sportswear • Stanton, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Columbia Sportswear’s Global Audit & Risk Management team partners with leaders across the enterprise to protect and enhance company value through world-class risk management, audit, and advisory services. As Senior Manager, Technology – Global Audit & Risk Management , you will lead efforts to assess and strengthen Columbia’s technology risk posture, delivering independent, objective evaluations that help anticipate and mitigate technology-related risks and accelerate opportunities. This role reports to the Senior Director of Internal Audit & Enterprise Risk Management and serves as a trusted advisor to senior executives and the Board of Directors, providing insight and recommendations that strengthen governance and enable informed decision-making. You will play a key role in shaping the Global Audit & Risk Management strategic vision and objectives, ensuring best-in-class service and performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field; or a business-related degree with significant IT risk management experience
• 10+ years of progressive experience in technology audit, risk management, cybersecurity, or compliance
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles and IT control frameworks (NIST, ISO, COBIT)
• Familiarity with operating systems, databases, cloud platforms, enterprise architecture, and digital commerce risk considerations
• Professional certification such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CIA or CPA
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and project management skills

Responsibilities

• Lead Technology Risk Assessment & Planning: Drive annual risk assessments and audit planning to proactively identify and facilitate mitigation of emerging technology and cybersecurity threats across global operations.
• Champion Enterprise Risk Management: Collaborate with senior leadership to identify and prioritize enterprise technology risks and facilitate effective mitigation strategies aligned with overall enterprise strategic objectives.
• Advise on Emerging Technologies: Serve as a trusted advisor on AI, cloud, and digital commerce risks and opportunities, enabling safe adoption of cutting-edge innovations.
• Deliver High-Impact Audits: Plan and execute audits including cybersecurity, IT governance, cloud platforms, third-party systems, identity and access management, data privacy, and system development.
• Evaluate Technology Environment Against Leading Frameworks: Evaluate technology controls against leading frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, COBIT, CIS Controls) and best-practices to ensure technology resilience.
• Evaluate and Advance Technology Maturity: Perform strategic assessments the organization’s technology environment against leading frameworks—such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, COBIT, and CIS Controls—and recognized best practices to enhance security posture and drive operational resilience.
• Influence Project Governance: Assess project governance, change management, and system development methodologies real time to mitigate risk throughout the lifecycle.
• Communicate with Impact: Present clear, impactful findings and recommendations to senior leadership, driving timely remediation and strengthening risk posture.
• Lead and Inspire: Drive excellence in Global Audit & Risk Management by implementing leading practices, fostering high-performance delivery and culture, and serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Build Future Leaders: Inspire and develop audit staff and external partners, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Promote Integrity: Uphold the Global Internal Audit Standards and promote a culture of integrity across the organization.

Benefits

• Benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match.
• Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services).
• In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services.
• We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees