IT Audit Manager
Southampton (Hybrid)
A large, complex, global organisation undergoing significant technology transformation is seeking a progressive IT Auditor to lead its technology assurance agenda at manager level. This is a high‑impact, hands‑on role within a global Risk Advisory & Assurance function, providing independent assurance to senior leadership and the Board on the effectiveness of IT risk management and controls.
This position offers senior visibility, autonomy, and the chance to shape IT risk and controls across a modernising technology landscape.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the full lifecycle of IT audits, from planning through reporting, across a diverse technology estate.
- Own IT SOX compliance activities, including testing, remediation oversight, and reporting to senior stakeholders.
- Act as the primary liaison for IT audit matters with senior technology leaders, business stakeholders, and external auditors.
- Deliver audits covering:
- Major system implementations and change programmes
- Cybersecurity, infrastructure, and cloud environments
- Core IT processes, governance, and controls
- Produce clear, concise audit reports suitable for Board-level audiences and present findings with confidence.
- Conduct annual IT risk assessments and support development of the strategic audit plan.
- Lead small teams of auditors or contractors on specific engagements
About you:
- Strong IT audit experience gained in a Big Four/professional services environment or a large in‑house internal audit function.
- Proven track record delivering end‑to‑end IT audits and IT SOX programmes.
- Comfortable operating autonomously and influencing senior stakeholders without direct authority.
- Solid understanding of IT risk and control frameworks (e.g., COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001).
- Experience designing audit programmes and performing detailed controls testing.
- Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, or CIA are highly desirable.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical issues for non‑technical senior audiences.
- Confident, resilient, and pragmatic when handling sensitive or challenging topics.
- High integrity and strong professional judgement.
- Adaptable and comfortable working within a fast‑changing IT environment.
Please apply to register your interest in this high impact IT Audit Manager opportunity!
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