SVP, Head of Corporate Audit for Information Technology

State Street • Boston, MA

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Vice President (SVP) of Corporate Audit – Head of Corporate Audit for Information Technology – is a pivotal leadership role within Corporate Audit. As a direct report to the General Auditor, this executive will provide leadership in establishing, directing, and executing Corporate Audit’s strategy for activities related to Global Technology Services. As a member of the global Corporate Audit Management Committee, this leader influences, collaborates, and partners with Corporate Audit peers to develop the global Corporate Audit strategy and methodology in line with industry practices, professional standards, and regulatory requirements. The role leads the infrastructure, cyber, and horizontal IT audit functions, is based in the Boston office four days a week. Corporate Audit independently assesses the effectiveness of the internal control environment, proactively advises on risk management, and influences the organization’s culture of risk excellence. The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

Requirements

• Minimum of 20 years of experience in infrastructure, cyber, IT risk management, or consulting, with at least 10 years of experience in IT audit or assurance leadership roles.
• Provent audit leader with expert knowledge on industry practices and professional standards
• Minimum of 15 years of corporate audit experience in a large, global financial services firm.
• 10+ years of experience leading global teams with board-facing responsibilities.
• Thought leader in AI and emerging technologies.
• Strong Risk Management experience - expert skills in recognizing and assessing risk
• Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and communication skills with experience presenting to the highest level of executives and the board.
• Ability to manage complex programs in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment with proven impactful results that are industry-leading.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Professional certifications in related filed (i.e. CISSP, CISA, or CISM) are required.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated understanding of technology risk management, including qualitative and quantitative assessments, IT and data processes and controls, global industry standards, leading frameworks, and emerging risks.
• Expertise in evaluating cyber security, cyber resiliency, and cyber maturity, with the ability to develop and implement effective audit coverage strategies.
• Strong knowledge of cyber and cloud technologies and tools, with the ability to assess associated risks, including data-driven monitoring and penetration test approaches.
• Proven interpersonal and communication skills at the executive and board level, with the ability to translate technology risk language into business terminology.
• Expertise in developing and maintaining relationships with multiple stakeholders, including board members, senior executives, management, and team members.
• Strong execution skills and experience leading a global team in large-scale project management activities.
• Highly organized, with extensive analytical, problem-solving, influence, and negotiation skills.
• If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.

Responsibilities

• Set the strategy for all IT infrastructure, cyber, and business IT risk coverage and audits globally.
• Build, develop, and sustain a high-performing organization by cultivating a strong pipeline of leaders and technical experts, fostering upward mobility, succession readiness, and a culture of excellence, accountability, and role-model leadership.
• Build out continuous auditing processes, including the use of data analytics.
• Collaborate closely with global peers for business and legal entity audits.
• Advise the General Auditor and the E&A Committee of the Board on technology risks.
• Maintain key stakeholder relationships across the organization, including the CIO, CISO, CTO, and other senior leaders.
• Manage, build, and develop a diverse global team of auditors providing expert advice and assurance on technology risks, including cyber risks and threats.
• Ensure the IT audit function is well integrated with the overall audit program.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations effectively to the bank’s leadership team.
• Monitor and track progress on audit findings and recommendations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for technology risk and controls frameworks, including NIST, and apply them effectively in audit work.
• Develop credible and strong working relationships with key regulators and communicate audit strategy and results effectively.
• Participate as an active non-voting member of governance and risk committees and management steering committees, promoting balanced discussions and encouraging challenge and debate.
• Establish and maintain strong working partnerships with peers while leading business and legal entity audits globally.
• Role model cross-cultural awareness and help establish and maintain a collaborative and inclusive global work environment.
• Drive transformation and continuous improvement in Corporate Audit practices, processes, and operational activities.

Benefits

• retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
• insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages
• paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities
• access to our Employee Assistance Program
• incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans)
• eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans
• inclusive development opportunities
• flexible work-life support
• paid volunteer days
• vibrant employee networks

What This Job Offers

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