New York Technology Audit & Advisory Associate Director

Protiviti•New York City, NY

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Protiviti is seeking a Technology Audit & Advisory Associate Director to join its growing team. The role leads client relationships and provides strategic guidance on technology audit, risk, and advisory work. The Associate Director identifies technology risks and opportunities to improve efficiency, performance, governance, and the use of technology; develops data-driven solutions using leading practices and emerging tools; and contributes to business development and practice growth. The role also leads engagements, oversees project work plans and delivery quality, mentors teams, and promotes innovation and exceptional client service. Technology Audit & Advisory helps clients manage risks associated with technology and protect and enhance enterprise value. Work may span cybersecurity, cloud assurance, project risk advisory, technology risk management, IT general controls, AI and data governance, privacy, technology regulations, enterprise applications, technology resilience, IT Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, emerging technologies, and technology enablement. The team uses analytics, AI, automation, and other tools to make audit work deeper, broader, more efficient, and insightful. The position follows Protiviti’s hybrid workplace model, combining purposeful in-person work with remote work. In-person work may take place at local Protiviti offices or client sites, and travel may be local or out of state depending on project and client needs. The listed base salary range is $159,000–$270,000, with a 16% bonus target opportunity. Eligible full-time U.S. employees may receive the benefits described in the posting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, such as Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a business-related field.
At least 9 years of experience in technology audit, consulting, assurance services, risk and control programs, or a related field, in professional services or industry.
Demonstrated experience leading teams in IT audit methodology implementation and development of audit deliverables.
Knowledge of commonly used internal control frameworks, including COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS, or ITIL.
Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Act provisions and compliance methodologies, particularly technology implications and requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications.
Ability to translate and communicate technology topics and audit issues to client personnel, including executives.
Leadership and direct supervisory experience, including performance appraisals, mentoring, coaching, work oversight and review, and team coordination.
Experience establishing professional relationships and networks, including with senior executives.
Experience pursuing business development opportunities and identifying and implementing strategies to obtain new work or clients.

Nice To Haves

Professional certification such as CIA, CRMA, CISA, CISM, CISSP, or similar.
Proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx, Python, RPA solutions, or other analytics tools.
Experience or interest in data and technology trends, including cybersecurity, cloud, data governance, privacy, analytics, enterprise applications, disaster recovery, and systems development methodologies.
Interest or experience in analytics and technology enablement, including automation and AI/ML.
Secondary emphasis on Vision and Access.

Responsibilities

Lead teams in implementing IT audit methodologies and developing audit deliverables, including process flows, work programs, audit reports, and control summaries.
Identify technology-related business risks and opportunities to improve efficiency, performance, and client use of technology.
Build trusted relationships with C-level executives and provide client experiences that support additional project work.
Develop innovative, data-driven strategies and solutions addressing client needs and complex business problems.
Develop new business opportunities, expand existing client relationships, and contribute to growth of the practice.
Network with current and prospective clients, identify potential project work, and translate client challenges into project proposals and sales opportunities.
Integrate product solutions and resources to improve client service capabilities.
Lead engagements, oversee project work plans, and drive quality, innovation, and exceptional client service.
Mentor, coach, and develop high-performing teams; conduct performance appraisals and oversee and review work.
Promote positive team culture, open communication, training, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration.
Contribute to thought leadership and manage a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple industries.
Leverage AI to enhance productivity and internal audit and SOX activities, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting.
Communicate technology topics and audit issues clearly to client personnel, including executives.

Benefits

Annual bonus plan with a 16% target opportunity; eligible employees may receive additional cash and/or discretionary stock compensation.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
FSA and HSA healthcare accounts.
Life and accident insurance.
Adoption and fertility assistance.
Paid parental leave up to 10 weeks.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Company 401(k) savings and investment plan with a 50% employer match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
Choice Time Off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time; new hires receive up to 20 days per calendar year, with the amount varying by years of service.
Up to 11 paid holidays per calendar year.