Senior Audit Manager - Technology & Operations - Information & Cyber S

Edge In Asia Recruitment; Chennai District, Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client is a leading global financial services firm seeking a Senior IT Audit Manager in India (Bangalore/Chennai). The role demands 12+ years in IT auditing or information security and a strong command of IAM, vulnerability management, risk controls, and threat intelligence.

The position involves leading high-risk audits, guiding teams, and ensuring quality outcomes. Mode of Interview: Virtual / Face; Location: Bangalore / Chennai; Education required: Bachelor's in IT/CS/IS or related field;

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in IT auditing, information security, or risk management.
• Strong understanding of identity and access management, vulnerability management, code security, security operations, threat intelligence, red and purple teaming, penetration testing, and risk management.
• Familiarity with NIST and CIS frameworks; knowledge of ICT infrastructure including servers, networks, databases, and cloud services.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-risk audits with integrated teams and ensure timely delivery within budget.
• Execute audit work and validate findings to meet quality standards.
• Provide guidance and supervision to audit teams.
• Identify risks and write issues with management and obtain quality remediation plans.
• Mentor team members on technical knowledge and auditing skills.
• Promote use of AI and data analytics in audits.

Skills

Identity & Access Management

Vulnerability management

Audit

Risk and Controls

Security operations

Threat intelligence

Red & purple teaming

Penetration testing

Cyber risk management

Code security

Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Job description

Our client is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. Looking for strong technical expertise across identity and access management, vulnerability management, application and code security, security operations, threat intelligence, red and purple teaming, and penetration testing, together with a solid understanding of cyber risk management and industry standards such as NIST and CIS. Experience in AI security and digital assets is highly desirable.

Position Type: Permanent

Mode of Interview: Virtual / Face

Experience: 13+yrs

Location: Bangalore / Chennai, India.

Skills: Hands-on experience in Cyber Security risk, information security, cyber security, Identity & Access Management, Third Party Risk, Management, Audit, Risk and Controls, vulnerability management, application and code security, security operations, threat intelligence, red and purple teaming, penetration testing, cyber risk management.

Some of the key responsibilities will include:

• Act as Team Manager or Team Lead to lead the delivery of high-risk audits with integrated teams;
• Execute audit work and issue validation in an efficient and effective manner, within the given budget and timelines;
• Provide clear guidance, detailed review and supervision of the audit teams work, so that audit deliverables meet quality standards;
• Clearly identify the risks and impact of issues during issue writing, agreeing these issues with management and obtaining quality management action plans to mitigate the risk;
• Provide guidance to the team on business/ audit technical knowledge and management skills;
• Champion innovation and increase the use of leading-edge methods, such as artificial intelligence and data analytics, in audit assignments; and
• Track the implementation/delivery of the agreed issues and action plans for the audits assigned, understanding the key risks arising, provide advice on resolution of issues to auditees/action plan owners and elevate audit findings that remain unresolved.

To be eligible for this role you will require:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 12 years of experience in IT auditing, information security, or risk management.
• Technical and Audit Skills: Strong understanding of identity and access management, vulnerability management, code security, security operation centre, threat intelligence, red and purple teaming, penetration testing, ICT related industry standards such as NIST and CIS, and risk management. IT infrastructure components, including servers, networks, databases, and cloud services would be a plus. Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and best practices. Proficiency in audit tools and techniques.
• Professional Certifications: Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), and Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) related certificates are highly desirable. Other designations such as Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) and Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) are a plus.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.

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