IT Audit Manager

Russell Tobin; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 103,735 - 136,114; Part time

Job summary

Russell Tobin is seeking an experienced IT Audit Manager to support the Internal Audit team in Derby. This position involves over 10 years of experience in IT audit and risk management, with responsibilities including planning IT audits and providing insights on governance and controls. The role offers a hybrid work model and compensation of up to £650 per day. Candidates with certifications like CISA or CISSP are preferred. This is a long-term contract, initially through 2026, within a complex global environment.

Qualifications

• +10 years of experience in IT audit, IT risk management, or internal controls.
• Professional certification such as CISA, CISSP or similar is desirable.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical capability.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver IT audits in line with the audit plan.
• Provide expert insight on IT risks and internal controls.
• Develop and present recommendations to improve control frameworks.

Skills

IT audit

IT risk management

Internal controls

Communication skills

Education

Professional certification (CISA, CISSP)

Job description

We are partnering with a leading global engineering and technology organisation, headquartered in the UK and recognised worldwide for designing, manufacturing, and servicing advanced power systems across the aviation, defence, and energy sectors, to appoint an IT Audit Manager to join their Internal Audit team based in Derby.

This is a long-term contract opportunity (initially through to the end of 2026, with strong likelihood of extension) within a complex, fast-paced, and truly international environment.

The Role

This is a key position within the Internal Audit function, supporting the organisation in strengthening its IT risk management, internal controls, and governance framework.

Reporting to the Head of IT Internal Audit, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality IT audits across a global business, providing insight and challenge to improve the effectiveness of controls and support ongoing transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver IT audits in line with the audit plan, focusing on risk management and control effectiveness
• Provide expert insight on IT risks and internal controls, constructively challenging existing processes
• Develop and present recommendations to improve control frameworks and drive best practice
• Promote transparency, governance, and strong assurance across the organisation
• Identify opportunities to enhance management information and share best practices across business units

About You

• +10 years of experience in IT audit, IT risk management, or internal controls
• Professional certification such as CISA, CISSP or similar is desirable
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical capability
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
• Resilient, proactive, and confident in working within complex, global environments

What's on offer

• Hybrid: 3 days per week on-site in Derby - On-site presence may increase during peak periods
• 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Occasional international travel may be required
• Umbrella: up to £650 per day

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing audit function within a globally recognised organisation, where you will have real impact on governance, risk, and control across an international footprint. If you’d like to learn more, please APPLY NOW