Senior IT Audit Manager

JCW is currently recruiting a growing regional bank dedicated to innovation and sound risk management, is seeking an experienced Senior IT Audit Manager to build and lead their technology audit program from the ground up. This is a high-impact role responsible for designing and executing a risk-based IT audit plan aligned with the bank’s growth strategy, regulatory expectations, and technology transformation initiatives.

The Senior IT Audit Manager will report to the Head of Internal Audit and collaborate closely with business, technology, risk, and compliance teams to strengthen the bank’s control environment and ensure the integrity, availability, and security of its systems and data. This role would require relocation to Abilene, Texas; the firm would assist with relocation costs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive IT audit program, including risk assessment, annual planning, scoping, and audit methodologies.
• Lead and execute audits of IT infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, data governance, and vendor/third-party management.
• Assess IT general controls (ITGCs), system implementations, and key automated controls supporting financial and operational processes.
• Partner cross-functionally with Information Security, IT Operations, and Risk Management to evaluate emerging technology risks and recommend improvements.
• Build and mentor a small team of IT audit professionals, including recruitment, training, and professional development.
• Develop audit reporting standards, communicate findings to executive leadership, and monitor remediation progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 7–10 years of progressive experience in IT Audit, Technology Risk, or Information Security, ideally within banking or financial services.
• Strong understanding of banking technology environments, including core banking systems, cybersecurity frameworks, and cloud-based infrastructure.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory guidance (FFIEC IT Handbook, GLBA, SOX 404, NIST, COBIT).
• Professional certification(s) strongly preferred: CISA, CISSP, CIA, or CRISC.

Haley Rizzo specializes in partnering with audit and finance professionals at leading organizations nationwide. For more information, please contact Haley at haley.rizzo@jcwgroup.com.