AUDIT PROJECT MGR SR LEAD

First Horizon Bank; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

First Horizon Bank seeks an IT Audit Project Manager Lead to direct complex audits across cybersecurity, IT governance, and infrastructure. You will assess risks, test IT controls, and deliver actionable reports to executives.

Collaboration with IT and business teams is essential, with a focus on control automation and continuous improvement. The role requires 6–10 years in financial services auditing, strong communication, and professional certifications (CIA/CPA/CISA preferred).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (4-Year Accredited College).
• 6–10 years related auditing experience.
• Industry knowledge in financial services (Treasury/Asset Liability Management, Investments, Regulatory Compliance, ERM, Trust, Operations).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Understanding of IIA Standards.
• Certification preferred (CIA, CPA, CISA, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and report on IT audit engagements covering cybersecurity, IT governance, infrastructure, and more.
• Assist in IT risk assessment and annual IT audit planning.
• Perform design and operational testing of ITGCs and application controls.
• Develop clear audit reports and track management action plans.
• Provide advisory services on new initiatives, systems, and controls.
• Stay current on standards (NIST, COBIT, FFIEC) to ensure relevant coverage.
• Collaborate with internal audit, business lines, and technology teams.
• Mentor junior associates and pursue relevant certifications.

Skills

IT audit

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

TeamMate+

Job description

Job Description

The IT Audit Project Manager Lead is responsible for leading and executing complex audits and advisory engagements related to Information Technology across the organization. The role ensures that technology-related processes, controls, systems, and operations are aligned with the bank’s policies, regulatory expectations, and industry best practices. The position provides independent assurance to management and the Audit Committee regarding the efficiency, effectiveness, and security of information systems and the adequacy of internal controls.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and Manage IT Audit Engagements: Plan, execute, and report on technology-focused audit assignments covering areas such as cybersecurity, information security, IT governance, infrastructure, applications, data privacy, cloud computing, and business continuity.
• Risk Assessment & Planning: Assist in the ongoing identification and evaluation of technology risks. Contribute to the annual IT audit risk assessment process and the development of the IT audit plan.
• Testing and Evaluation: Perform design and operational effectiveness testing for key IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls, and automated processes.
• Reporting: Develop clear, concise, and actionable audit reports tailored for a diverse audience, including executive management. Track and validate management action plans to address audit findings.
• Advisory Services: Provide subject matter expertise to business and technology partners on new initiatives, system implementations, process improvements, and control automation.
• Continuous Monitoring: Stay abreast of emerging technology, cyber threats, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., NIST, COBIT, FFIEC) to ensure the relevance of audit coverage.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other Internal Audit team members, business line associates, and technology teams to foster cooperation and knowledge sharing.
• Professional Development: Mentor junior associates. Proactively pursue relevant professional certifications and participate in ongoing learning and training.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Informal project basis

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree (4-Year Accredited College)

6 – 10 Years related auditing experience

Relevant financial services industry knowledge (Treasury/Asset Liability Management, Investments, Regulatory Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management, Trust, Operations)

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize assignments, and to meet critical and established deadlines

Thorough understanding of Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards

Certification highly preferred (CIA, CPA, CISA, or other relevant professional designations)

COMPUTER AND OFFICE EQUIPMENT SKILLS

Microsoft Office Suite

TeamMate + (preferred)

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Certification highly preferred (CIA, CPA, CISA, or other relevant professional designations)