Infrastructure Audit Director Hybrid Tech Risk Leader

SMBC; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

SMBC is seeking an experienced Audit Director to lead infrastructure and technology audits across the Americas. The role guides planning, execution, and continuous monitoring of risks with a focus on regulatory compliance and effective control design.

You will manage an audit team, coordinate with cross‑functional partners, and drive remediation with senior management. A strong background in banking technology and risk governance is required.

Qualifications

• Recommended minimum of 10 years of infrastructure audit experience in the banking and/or technology industry.
• Knowledge of technology infrastructure platforms: Linux/Unix, Windows, Virtualization, Cloud, Middleware, Database.
• Knowledge of IT Change, SDLC, Asset Management, IT Governance, Incident/Problem Management, Access Management.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity risks: Governance, Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover, Supply Chain, Demand Management.
• Knowledge of audit techniques, risk assessment, and workpaper standards.
• Strong strategic thinking and risk identification capabilities.
• Ability to be a trusted advisor to senior management with sound judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Bachelor’s Degree in IT/MIS/Finance, or related field; advanced degree a plus.
• MS Office familiarity (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular audits of infrastructure and technology areas ensuring compliance with standards.
• Create audit issues and reports with clear conclusions and recommendations.
• Challenge ongoing coverage and propose improvements.
• Track remediation through issue tracking and closure validation.
• Collaborate with auditors and stakeholders to identify risk concerns.
• Partner with colleagues in legal, compliance, data security, and risk management.
• Share best practices across geographies for consistency.
• Engage with stakeholders outside formal audit periods to deepen relationships.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes impacting the business.

Skills

Infrastructure audit

Regulatory knowledge

Security risk management

Strong communication

Audit management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in IT, MIS, Finance, or related field

Tools

Linux/Unix

Windows

Virtualization

Cloud

Middleware

Database

NIST ITIL COBIT

Job description

SMBC is seeking an experienced Audit Director to lead infrastructure and technology audits across the Americas. The role guides planning, execution, and continuous monitoring of risks with a focus on regulatory compliance and effective control design.

You will manage an audit team, coordinate with cross‑functional partners, and drive remediation with senior management. A strong background in banking technology and risk governance is required.