Assistant Vice President, IT Audit (Banking,Insurance,Financial Services)

Assistant Vice President, ITLocation: BGC

Work Setup: Hybrid

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday | Morning Shift

Job Summary

The Assistant Vice President, IT Audit leads the planning and execution of risk-based IT audits across technology, applications, cybersecurity, data, and digital platforms. This role provides independent assurance on technology risks and controls, supports integrated business audits, and manages a global team

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a risk-based IT audit plan covering applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and technology operations
• Lead IT audits and special reviews, ensuring timely delivery of audit reports and recommendations
• Assess technology risks, controls, and compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
• Provide IT audit expertise and support for integrated business audits
• Identify emerging technology and cybersecurity risks impacting the organization
• Drive innovation within Internal Audit through the use of AI, automation, and data analytics
• Present audit findings, risk themes, and control gaps to senior leadership and key stakeholders
• Build strong relationships with business and technology leaders to improve risk management practices
• Oversee team performance, talent development, employee engagement, and succession planning
• Ensure audit coverage remains aligned with business priorities and evolving technology risks

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CIA, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years of experience in IT Audit, IT Risk, Information Security, or Technology functions
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and complex audit engagements
• Strong knowledge of IT audit methodologies, technology controls, risk management, and cybersecurity frameworks
• Experience working within financial services, insurance, banking, or highly regulated industries
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills
• Experience leading geographically dispersed or global teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in digital transformation, cloud technologies, AI, and data analytics
• Background supporting enterprise-wide technology audits and integrated audits
• Exposure to global audit environments and multinational organizations