Cloud Technology Audit - Executive Director

JPMorganChase; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking an Audit Director for the Cloud Audit Team to assess control environments in cloud and AI settings. You will support the SME program, conduct end-to-end cloud audits, and oversee AI/cyber risk reviews across techn ology products. Strong communication and risk judgment are essential.

Responsibilities include driving audits to high standards, presenting findings to senior stakeholders, and building relationships to add value through engagement and innovation.

Qualifications

• Extensive combined cloud and AI experience.
• Bachelor's degree (or relevant financial services experience).
• Deep understanding of Generative AI and Agentic security risks.
• Experience with threat modeling, risk assessment or auditing cloud tech.
• Recognized cloud security certifications (CCSP/CCSK/AWS).
• Solid internal controls understanding for risk-based evaluation.
• Knowledge of SDLC in a complex distributed environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to influence senior management.

Responsibilities

• Support the subject matter expert program for Cloud and AI audit capabilities.
• Drive end-to-end cloud audits in a risk-focused manner.
• Support integrated reviews of AI and cyber risks for technology products.
• Provide industry perspectives on cloud, AI, and cyber risks.
• Communicate audit scope, risks, and issues to stakeholders.
• Evaluate, test and report on cloud control environments.
• Identify root causes and recommend improvements.
• Finalize audit findings and form an overall control opinion.
• Communicate audit results clearly to management and stakeholders.
• Build relationships and foster engagement, teamwork, and innovation.

Skills

Cloud and AI experience

Generative AI security

Threat modeling

Risk assessment

Internal controls

Stakeholder communication

Cloud auditing

Security certifications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CCSP

CCSK

AWS certifications

Job description

Job Description

As a Audit Director within our Cloud Audit Team, you will play a pivotal role in assessing the adequacy of the control environments for our firm’s cloud and AI environments. Your responsibilities will include supporting the subject matter expert program for Cloud audit capabilities within the department, conducting end-to-end cloud and product audits in a risk-focused manner, and ensuring high standards in accordance with department and professional standards. Additionally, you will also provide subject matter expertise on critical AI and cyber risks on cloud as the firm increases adoption of AI products and solutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the subject matter expert program for Cloud and AI audit capabilities within the department
• Drive end-to-end cloud audits in a risk focused manner and to a high standard in accordance with department and professional standards
• Support integrated reviews of AI and cyber related risks for the firms technology products and business applications.
• Provide industry perspectives on emerging cloud, AI, and agentic technology and cyber risks relevant to the firms technology environment.
• Engage in clear communication with stakeholders relating to the audit scope, risks and issues
• Evaluate, test and report on the adequacy and effectiveness of the cloud control environment
• Analyze Risks and proactively identify the root-cause of issues with a view to providing recommendations for improvement where weaknesses are identified
• Finalize Audit findings and use judgment to provide an overall opinion on the control environment
• Drive communication of audit results and issues in a clear and concise manner, both verbally and in writing to Audit management and senior stakeholders
• Build and maintain key relationships with stakeholders and colleagues, establishing a culture of engagement while adding value, effective teamwork and innovative thinking

Required Qualifications Capabilities And Skills

• Extensive combined cloud and AI experience
• Bachelor's degree (or relevant financial services experience)
• Good deep understanding of Generative AI and Agentic security risks such as prompt injection, data poisoning etc.
• Experience working with either threat modeling, risk assessing or auditing cloud technologies (AWS, Google and Azure), Generative AI/agentic systems and tool integrations (A2A, MCP)
• Recognized cloud security certification (CCSP, CCSK, AWS certifications etc.)
• Solid understanding of internal control concepts with the ability to evaluate and determine the adequacy of controls by considering business and technology risks in an integrated manner.
• Knowledge of system development life cycle concepts with an ability to quickly learn a complex, distributed computing environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Also, good interpersonal skills with the ability to present complex and sensitive issues to senior management, and influence change.

Preferred Qualifications Capabilities And Skills

• Degree and background in Technology
• Related professional certification such as CISA or CISSP

About Us

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

About The Team

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.