Blackstone Internal Audit (BXIA) AVP – Technology Audit

Blackstone; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackstone, located in Greater London, is seeking an experienced IT Audit professional with over 7 years of experience in technology risk, ideally within financial services or a Big Four firm. The role involves leading risk assessment processes, managing technology audits across global businesses, and engaging with stakeholders to mitigate risks. A Bachelor’s or Master’s in a related field is required, along with knowledge of key technology domains. Join Blackstone to drive innovation and efficiency in audit practices.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in IT Audit or technology risk, ideally in financial services or Big Four.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity and cloud technologies.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk assessment and planning processes for IT audits.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and understand their risk environments.
• Identify opportunities for automation in audit processes.

Skills

IT Audit

Risk Assessment

Automation

Data Analytics

Cybersecurity

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance

Tools

NIST

ITIL

COBIT

AWS

Azure

Job description

Overview

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. Our $1.1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis.

Responsibilities

• Audit Planning & Execution: Lead risk assessment and planning processes; contribute to the design and execution of technology audit work programs; perform risk-based audits of systems, applications, infrastructure (including cloud), and IT processes across Blackstone's global businesses.
• Controls Testing & Documentation: Identify and evaluate key controls, test design and operating effectiveness, document results, identify findings, and develop corrective actions that mitigate risk, drive efficiency, and add value.
• Integrated Audits: Partner with and guide business auditors on integrated audits – mapping IT systems and data flows to business processes, identifying technology risks and control gaps, and translating technical findings into clear business impact.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build relationships with technology and business stakeholders; understand their operating and risk environments and serve as a trusted point of contact for regional technology risk matters.
• Innovation & Industry Awareness: Identify opportunities to drive audit efficiency through automation, AI, and data analytics; stay current with evolving technology trends, regulatory and industry developments.
• Departmental Initiatives: Lead and participate in department-wide strategic initiatives and special projects.

Qualifications

• Experienced: 7+ years in IT Audit, or technology risk, ideally within financial services or a Big Four firm.
• Technically Proficient: Familiarity with key technology domains (e.g., infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud, AI) and control frameworks (e.g., NIST, ITIL, COBIT), with exposure to EMEA and/or APAC regulatory environments a plus.
• Curious & Self-Directed: Genuine passion for technology and a self-starter mentality; independently researches emerging trends, takes initiative, and operates with autonomy and sound judgment.
• Integrity-Driven: Committed to the highest personal and professional standards.
• Analytically Sound: Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills; data analytics experience a plus.
• Interpersonally Skilled: Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex technical topics clearly and influence and engage senior stakeholders across global teams.
• Educated: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field. CISA preferred; cloud or security certifications (e.g., CISM, CISSP, AWS, Azure) a plus.

Note: The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Equal Opportunity

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran or military status, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Accommodation & Licenses

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), [phone] (EMEA) or [phone] (APAC).

Security Licenses

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client-facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following: attending client meetings discussing Blackstone products, marketing Blackstone funds, supervising licensed employees, structuring Blackstone funds/products, or contributing information for marketing materials. Note: this is not an exhaustive list; speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.