Internal IT Audit Manager

Optiver; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match up to 50%

Health, dental, vision, disability, &

Office perks and social events

Job summary

Optiver seeks an Internal IT Audit Manager to join a global audit team and safeguard our IT landscape across Amsterdam, Chicago, and beyond. Based in Chicago, you will perform risk-based IT and information security audits, collaborate with regional teams, and report findings to leadership, while traveling 4–6 weeks per year and contributing to expanding our IT governance framework.

You will develop audit methodology, support other group auditors, and help drive improvements across HR, legal,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in information systems, computer science, or related field.
• CISA or CISSP certification preferred.
• 6+ years of relevant internal IT audit experience.
• Strong knowledge of IT governance, risk, and controls frameworks (COBIT, ISO, NIST).

Responsibilities

• Perform IT and Information Security audit engagements in an advanced and evolving IT environment.
• Assist with planning and executing audits focusing on IT risks.
• Support broader audit engagements outside IT when required.
• Collaborate with global teams across regions and time zones.
• Prepare audit documentation, draft reports, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Continuously learn and improve audit methodology and reporting standards.
• Travel internationally for short assignments approximately 4–6 weeks per year.

Skills

IT audit

Information security auditing

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in information systems or computer science

Tools

COBIT

ISO/IEC 27001

NIST

Job description

As Internal IT Audit Manager, you will join a global audit team of ten experienced internal auditors, including an IT lead Auditor based in Amsterdam. You will be based in Chicago alongside another Auditor. Optiver is currently in transition and moving towards a more globally integrated IT operating model. As a result, you will be involved not only in assessments of local entities but also regional and global functions, providing insights to the Management Board and Supervisory Board. The assessments cover the entire IT spectrum of our organization: from Information Security to IT Operations and from IT risks in HR or payment systems to IT risk in trading systems. Additionally, you will support other Group Auditors on broader audit topics when IT expertise is needed, giving you exposure to a wide array of business areas, such as HR, Legal, Operations, Trading and Finance.

The common purpose is to enhance and safeguard organizational value by conducting risk-based and objective audits, offering advice, and providing valuable insights.

While the Group Audit team was originally based exclusively in Amsterdam, the team is now expanding its presence in key regional offices, including Chicago for Transatlantic business, to enhance and scale the execution of audit activities. The team performs a range of audits and assessments and, when required, special projects across Optiver offices, including Amsterdam, Shanghai, London, New York, Mumbai, Austin, Hong Kong, Singapore, Sydney and Taipei.

As part of the team, you will visit Optiver offices two or three times per year - primarily in the US - for periods of one to two weeks and will also execute audits remotely.

What you’ll do

As Internal IT Audit Manager, your key responsibilities include:

• Performing IT and Information Security audit engagements in an advanced and continuously evolving IT environment.
• Assisting with planning and executing audits, focusing on IT related risks.
• Supporting broader audit engagements outside of IT areas when required.
• Working with different Optiver teams across the globe, taking cultural differences into account.
• Preparing audit documentation, assist in drafting reports, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Continuously learning and growing by being exposed to a fast-moving and complex business environment.
• Supporting the ongoing development and refinement of audit methodology, templates, and reporting standards.

What you’ll get

You’ll join a culture of collaboration and excellence, surrounded by curious thinkers and creative problem-solvers. Motivated by a passion for continuous improvement, you’ll thrive in a supportive, high-performing environment alongside talented colleagues, collectively tackling some of the toughest challenges in the financial markets.

In addition, you’ll receive:

• The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries
• Highly competitive compensation package including performance-based bonus structure
• 401(k) match up to 50%
• Comprehensive health, mental, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
• Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch and snacks, regular social events, clubs, sports leagues and more

Who you are

• At least 6 years of relevant work experience, preferably within large, high-tech organizations.
• Master’s degree in information systems, computer science, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CISA or CISSP.
• Strong knowledge of IT governance, risk, and controls frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ISO, NIST).
• Proven ability to assess IT controls across infrastructure, applications, and security domains.
• Experience supporting IT audits, reviews, and risk assessments across varied environments.
• Attention to detail - accurate in reviewing documentation, testing controls, and drafting observations.
• Strong Time Management - effectively prioritizes tasks, stays organized, and meets deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Willingness to develop audit skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• A proactive, pragmatic mindset and a strong appetite to learn.
• Prior experiences within financial markets and/or exposure to trading environments is considered a plus.
• Ability to travel internationally for short assignments (approximately 4-6 weeks per year).
• Team player and flexible to connect with colleagues based in Amsterdam and Sydney also considering different time zones the Group Audit operates in.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; we will not sponsor individuals for employment authorization for this job opening.

Who we are

At Optiver, our mission is to improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and stabilizing the market no matter the conditions. With a focus on continuous improvement, we prioritize safeguarding the health and efficiency of the markets for all participants. As one of the largest market making institutions, we are a respected partner on 100+ exchanges across the globe.

Our differences are our edge. Optiver does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, or other legally protected characteristics.

Below is the expected base salary for this position. This is a good-faith estimate of the base pay scale for this position and offers will ultimately be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and performance in the interview process. This position will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus (if determined by Optiver) and Optiver’s benefits package with the benefits listed above.