Senior IT Audit Manager

Madison-Davis, LLC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-capitalized financial institution in Toronto is seeking a Senior IT Audit Manager to oversee cybersecurity and infrastructure audits. The role includes leading a team of auditors, managing audit lifecycles, and collaborating with senior management on IT risk management. Ideal candidates have over 8 years of experience in IT audit, strong leadership skills, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT audit experience with a focus on cybersecurity.
• Experience leading audit teams (5+ staff).
• Strong communication skills to influence senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop IT audit teams with execution quality.
• Oversee cybersecurity programs and enterprise-wide IT risks.
• Manage full audit lifecycles from planning to follow-up.

Skills

IT audit experience

Cybersecurity focus

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

CISA

CISSP

CIA

Job description

Senior IT Audit Manager – Madison-Davis, LLC

Base pay range

$150,000 – $163,000 per year

Overview

A well‑capitalized financial institution is seeking a senior IT audit manager to oversee cybersecurity and infrastructure audit coverage. This is a strategic role with responsibility for leading and mentoring a team of auditors, delivering assurance over complex IT environments, and driving meaningful improvements in governance, risk management, and controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high‑performing IT audit team, ensuring audit plans are executed with quality and efficiency.
• Oversee audits of cybersecurity programs, infrastructure environments, and enterprise‑wide IT risks.
• Act as a subject matter advisor to business leaders on technology risk and control matters.
• Manage full audit lifecycles, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow‑up.
• Identify and communicate emerging IT risks, trends, and regulatory changes.
• Collaborate with senior management, regulators, and internal control functions on remediation efforts.
• Champion process improvements, innovation, and automation within the audit function.
• Represent Internal Audit in governance committees, risk forums, and enterprise initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT audit experience, with strong focus on cybersecurity and infrastructure.
• Background in financial services, consulting, or Big 4 strongly preferred.
• Proven leadership experience managing audit teams (5+ staff).
• Expertise in internal audit frameworks, IT risk management, and regulatory expectations.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to influence senior leaders.
• Professional certifications (CISA, CISSP, CIA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing, Information Technology, Management

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting, Banking, Accounting

Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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