Director, Technology Audit

Director, Technology Audit

The Director, Technology Audit will lead the strategy and execution of complex technology audits across a global financial organization, with a focus on application controls, emerging technology risks, and enterprise‑wide technology governance. This leader will oversee risk assessments, manage a global audit team, and partner closely with senior technology stakeholders to drive strong control oversight and remediation.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a globally recognized financial institution known for its complex technology landscape and commitment to innovation, stability, and strong risk management practices. The role offers high visibility, meaningful career growth, and the chance to influence technology governance across a diverse global footprint.

Description

• Lead the planning and execution of technology audits focused on application platforms and supporting systems.
• Conduct annual and ongoing risk assessments to identify key and emerging technology risks.
• Define audit scope, testing strategies, and coverage areas for complex technology environments.
• Oversee multiple concurrent audits, ensuring high‑quality workpapers and well‑supported findings.
• Evaluate application controls, IT general controls, system interfaces, middleware, and security configurations.
• Identify control gaps and partner with technology leaders to develop effective remediation plans.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with global technology, business, and risk stakeholders.
• Lead issue discussions with senior management and clearly communicate risks and recommendations.
• Manage and develop a global audit team, providing coaching, feedback, and performance oversight.
• Promote the use of innovative audit approaches, including automation and data analytics.
• Prioritize audit workflows, resources, and timelines to ensure timely and successful audit delivery.
• Investigate unexpected issues and provide thoughtful analysis and practical solutions.
• Support enhancements to audit methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory expectations impacting technology risk.

Profile

A successful Director, Technology Audit should have:

• Deep experience in IT audit, technology risk, or cybersecurity, ideally with 15+ years in financial services or another highly regulated industry.
• Strong understanding of application controls, IT general controls, interfaces, middleware, and technology governance.
• Demonstrated ability to assess emerging risks across AI/ML, cloud, cybersecurity, data governance, and modern payment technologies.
• Proven success leading large‑scale or global technology audits from planning through remediation.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence senior technology stakeholders.
• Skilled at identifying control gaps and delivering practical, risk‑based solutions.
• Experience managing, developing, and motivating a global audit team.
• Strong analytical mindset, sound judgment, and adaptability when navigating complex issues.
• Proficient in modern audit tools, data analytics, automation, and advanced testing techniques.
• Holds relevant academic and professional qualifications such as a degree in IT or a related field and certifications like CISA, CISSP, or CISM.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving environment with a commitment to continuous learning.

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary ranging from $200,000 to $260,000 USD.
• Performance‑based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.

Key skills/competency

• Technology Audit Leadership
• Risk Assessment & Management
• Application Controls
• Cybersecurity & Data Governance
• Team Leadership & Development
• Financial Services Regulation
• Stakeholder Management
• Emerging Technology Risks (AI/ML, Cloud)
• Data Analytics & Automation
• IT Governance