IT Audit Engagement Mgr

American Electric Power; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Columbus, OH is hiring for an IT Audit role focused on identifying and communicating opportunities to mitigate risk and strengthen controls across multiple audit projects.

You will manage IT audit engagements, verify controls for new and existing systems, and leverage data analytics. Strong communication with senior management and stakeholders is essential; Power BI experience is preferred. On-site work is expected.

Qualifications

• bachelor of science degree required
• eight or more years of related audit experience
• relevant professional certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage and conduct IT audit projects, ensuring quality, deadlines, and budgets.
• Demonstrate SME in IT and security disciplines.
• Document audit work and conclusions clearly and completely.
• Deliver clear, objective audit reports.
• Communicate effectively with team members and clients.
• Lead client engagement meetings with senior management.
• Review general computing controls for compliance with practices and standards.
• Verify controls exist for new/existing information systems.
• Advise on system implementation projects for proper controls.
• Leverage data analytics; Power BI experience preferred.

Skills

IT audit

Data analytics

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Job Summary

In this role you'll identify, evaluate, and communicate opportunities to mitigate risk, strengthen controls, and enhance customer value as a subject matter expert, managing role over multiple audit projects.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

• Manage and conduct Information Technology audit projects as assigned. Effectively manage multiple audit projects and assist team members while maintaining overall responsibility for work quality, deadlines, and budgets.




• Exhibit subject matter expertise in Information Technology and Security.




• Prepare complete, clear, and concise documentation of audit work performed and conclusions reached.




• Deliver reports that are clear, concise, objective, and constructive.




• Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with team members and clients.




• Conduct client engagement meetings (kick-off, closing, etc.) with senior management.

IT Specific

• Review General Computing Controls to ensure that IT processes and systems comply with leading practices &/or applicable regulations and standards.




• Verify the existence of appropriate controls (e.g., security, integration, automated functionality) for new and existing information systems - application and infrastructure




• Participate as a process and controls advisor on system implementation projects to assess adherence to good project management practices, as well as proactive identification and verification of system controls.




• Leverage data analytics to execute audits; experience with Power BI is preferred.

What We're Looking For:

Education: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited university required.

Experience: Eight (8) or more years related experience.

Certification: Relevant professional Certification is required.

Would be Nice to Have:

Advanced degree in a relevant field of study is preferred.

Where You'll Work:

On-Site

What You'll Get:

$115,000 - $140,000

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation

$116,255.00 - $151,132.50

Physical Demands

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

“AEP offers an outstanding group of people to be a part of. The AEP culture values your integrity and awards your hard work.”

AEP offers generous time off, competitive pay, and educational opportunities to help employees advance their careers.

Our culture is purpose-driven and team-oriented: we combine innovation with a customer-first focus to deliver reliable energy and brighter futures.