The IT Audit Manager is responsible for leading and managing IT audits, including the technology audits from the annual audit plan, compliance advisory projects and company’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) IT compliance efforts. This role involves performing in-depth IT technology audits across applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies while collaborating with key stakeholders across the enterprise. The IT Audit Manager will work as an individual contributor, but may also manage audit projects with team members, providing guidance and oversight to ensure high-quality execution and adherence to audit standards. The role requires a strategic thinker who fosters a collaborative environment and applies problem-solving skills to drive IT risk assurance and control effectiveness.

Audit Execution & Leadership:

Lead and manage IT audits, advisory projects from the annual audit plan, including system implementations, IT operations, cybersecurity, and cloud security.
Oversee and execute the SOX IT compliance program, ensuring key controls are tested, deficiencies are evaluated, and remediation plans are tracked.
Perform risk assessments, develop IT audit scopes, and design audit programs based on industry best practices.
Manage end-to-end IT audit projects, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up.
Evaluate IT processes against leading frameworks (e.g., NIST, GDPR, SOC, and CSA CCM) to identify control gaps and recommend improvements.
Perform detailed reviews of audit workpapers to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal audit standards, compliance /regulatory requirements, and best practices, while providing constructive feedback to maintain audit quality.
Provide leadership and guidance to IT auditors and coordinate efforts with external auditors as needed.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:

Build strong working relationships with IT, security, compliance, and business teams to align audit activities with business objectives.
Partner with control owners to provide guidance on risk mitigation and best practices for IT governance and security.
Work cross-functionally to identify emerging IT risks and proactively address vulnerabilities.
Present audit findings and recommendations to senior management.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation:

Drive audit automation and analytics initiatives to enhance efficiency and insights.
Stay updated on evolving IT risks, cybersecurity threats, and regulatory changes to refine audit methodologies.
Support advisory engagements related to IT transformation projects, system implementations, and emerging technologies.

Education:

From a regionally accredited institution; Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or other related field.

Work Experience:

5+ years of experience in IT auditing, IT risk management and compliance.
Prior managerial experience in IT audit, IT risk management or compliance
Strong knowledge of SOX ITGCs, IT compliance frameworks, and industry best practices.
Background in ERP, multi-cloud security, privacy, and data analytics is a plus.

Job Skills:

Technical Skills:
Strong understanding of IT systems, networks, databases, and security protocols.
Familiarity with IT/Privacy frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, SOC and GDPR).
Experience with data analytics tools and audit automation is a plus.
Behavioral & Leadership Skills:
Collaboration: Works effectively across teams and builds partnerships.
Enterprise Thinker: Understands business impact and aligns IT audit priorities accordingly.
Problem-Solving: Identifies risks and provides innovative solutions.
IT Expertise: Keeps up with emerging IT trends, cybersecurity risks, and best practices.

Certifications:

CPA, CISA, CISM and/or CISSP

Other:

Must be able to travel up to 5% of time
Travel via plane, car, and metro is not required to perform this job
Must have the flexibility to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant
Must be able to lift 10 lbs.
Mobility within the office including movement from floor to floor
Access information using a computer
Effectively communicate, both up and down the management chain
Effectively cope with stressful situations
Strong mental acuity

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SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.

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SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range at SEI, we offer a competitive salary. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate may vary depending on multiple factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to discuss your interest in joining SEI. The expected salary range for this position is below.

$92,700.00 - $139,100.00 - Salary

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at Careers@strategiced.com.