Audit Manager - AI & Cloud

Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid in Chicago office

Job summary

BMO is seeking an experienced cybersecurity auditor in Chicago to lead enterprise audit engagements with a focus on Cloud and AI. You will shape audit scope and timing and deliver reports that provide clear insights for management.

You will provide assurance to the Board and senior leadership on internal control quality, identify high‑risk issues, and collaborate across groups to strengthen governance and risk management.

Qualifications

• Typically 5+ years of relevant Cloud and AI experience.
• Professional designations such as CISA or CISSP.
• Verbal and written communication skills – In‑depth / Expert.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills – In‑depth / Expert.
• Influence skills – In‑depth / Expert.
• Collaboration & team skills with a focus on cross‑group collaboration – In‑depth / Expert.
• Data‑driven decision making – In‑depth / Expert.

Responsibilities

• Conducts enterprise Cybersecurity audit engagements focusing on Cloud and AI.
• Reports on audits with clear, concise insights for management.
• Provides assurance to the Board and senior management on internal controls.

Skills

Cloud & AI experience

CISA or CISSP

Verbal and written communication

Analytical and problem-solving

Influence skills

Collaboration & cross-group

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Responsibilities

• Conducts enterprise Cybersecurity audit engagements to critically assess management and internal control processes, approving the nature, extent and timing of the audit, its execution and the formulation of insightful audit reports, with a focus on Cloud and AI.
• Reports on audits to provide clear, concise and memorable insights on issues and potential issues to assist management in fulfilling mandates.
• This work provides vital assurance to the Board of Directors and senior management on the quality of internal control systems and reduces the risk of loss and reputational damage to the Company.
• Identifies unacceptable/high risk circumstances that could lead to material impact on profitability or reputation.
• Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group.
• Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives.
• Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision‑making.
• Provides critical input to Chief Auditor/Assistant Chief Auditor on the practical aspects of the audit and its execution.
• Helps to develop annual audit plan.
• Provides input into Corporate Audit processes identifying opportunities to simplify.
• Executes audits in full recognition of the risks of the group that encompass inherent risks, control risks and the internal/external environment and regulatory risks. This may encompass individual audits and broader capstone audits of Enterprise level functions/processes.
• Conducts advisory engagements and other engagements as required.
• Determines impact of changing strategies, tactics, risks and initiatives on audit, advisory and investigative services.
• Identifies and evaluates the impact of new and emerging technology and technology risk on the organization's processes and control environment.
• Utilizes data analytics in advisory engagements to improve quality and efficiencies.
• Develops an awareness of business strategies, policies and standards providing meaningful insights based upon knowledge and research which will continue to improve the Enterprise management and control processes.
• Maintains the independence of the audit practice and its personnel.
• Develops insightful discussion points contributing to audit reports that provide fair and balanced assessment of governance, risk and control processes based on audit work performed. Deliverables must be objective, clear, concise and timely.
• Identifies control deficiencies and provides a fair and balanced assessment of their magnitude.
• Maintains working knowledge of the industry, regulatory, broad economic environment, and internal environment, as to the development of new strategies and plans, opportunities and risk, to obtain an understanding of the control environment.
• Ensures that all audit procedures executed are conducted in accordance to Corporate Audit Methodology as confirmed by the Quality Assurance program and/or regulatory examination results.
• Applies sound judgement in the execution of the assigned work and ensures open lines of communication.
• Develops and maintains good working relationships with key stakeholders.
• Actively monitors change management initiatives and identifies potential risks.
• Actively participates and supports Corporate Audit change initiatives.
• Maintains and enhances professional audit qualifications in line with industry standards.
• Focuses primarily on the business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise‑wide focus.
• Provides specialized consulting, analytical and technical support.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose and solve problems within given rules.
• Works independently and regularly handles non‑routine situations.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• Typically 5+ years of relevant Cloud and AI experience and post‑secondary degree in a related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Professional designations such as CISA or CISSP.
• Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge.
• Verbal and written communication skills – In‑depth / Expert.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills – In‑depth / Expert.
• Influence skills – In‑depth / Expert.
• Collaboration & team skills with a focus on cross‑group collaboration – In‑depth / Expert.
• Able to manage ambiguity.
• Data‑driven decision making – In‑depth / Expert.

Salary: $74,000.00 – $138,000.00

Pay Type: Salaried

Hybrid in the Chicago office – 3 days a week

BMO is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

BMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.