IT Audit Manager for Fortune 50 Co (Charlotte NC Area)

The Weinman Group; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading-edge Internal Audit team at a highly successful global brand, recognized as one of the Fortune Top 50 Most Admired Companies. This role as IT Audit Manager will immerse you in risk-based operational audits with a strong emphasis on cybersecurity. You'll lead a talented team, fostering their growth while navigating complex technological landscapes. Enjoy a collaborative culture and a beautiful campus that promotes work/life balance. If you are passionate about driving change and innovation in auditing, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Work/life balance

Beautiful campus with amenities

Commitment to ESG and D&I initiatives

Moderate travel (<10%)

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT Audit with a focus on cybersecurity.
• Strong knowledge of IT Audit concepts and frameworks.
• Experience leading audits and supervising teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational IT audits with a focus on cybersecurity.
• Supervise and mentor a team of IT auditors.
• Leverage data analytics to enhance audit capabilities.

Skills

IT Audit

Cybersecurity

Data Analytics

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Risk-based Auditing

Education

CISA

CIA

CPA

CISM

CISSP

Job description

We have been engaged to recruit an IT Audit Manager (Cybersecurity) for one of the world’s largest and most successful home improvement retailers.

At $94B and #39 on Fortune 500, it is one of the World’s 50 Most Admired Companies (Fortune). You will work at the company’s stunning campus in Mooresville (North Charlotte), North Carolina (with the option to work 50% of time at the Charlotte tech hub). Candidates should live in (or be open to relocate to) the Charlotte area.

As IT Audit Manager, you will join a leading-edge and high-functioning Internal Audit team that has fully embraced Agile audit methodology. You will lead a portfolio of risk-based operational IT Audits (no check-list audits here), with a heavy focus on cybersecurity. This role also involves a significant supervisory component, leading a team of four IT Auditors, coaching, mentoring, and helping them transition from Public Accounting into a true risk-based IT Audit environment. You will also have opportunities to leverage your interest in data analytics to enhance department capabilities.

This company has long been an employer of choice in the Charlotte/Mooresville area. Despite its success, it continues to grow through innovation and savvy merchandising. The Internal Audit team is close-knit with a collaborative culture. The environment is complex, with diverse platforms and processes, ensuring stimulating work. The Internal Audit group is respected as a value-added change agent within the company, emphasizing analytical and critical thinking skills. The department has a strong record of internal promotions and moving personnel into broader company roles.

What Makes this Opportunity Special:

• Highly successful global brand, with $94B in annual revenue (Fortune #39)
• Fortune Top 50 Most Admired Companies in the World
• Focus on Risk-based Operational IT Audits and cybersecurity – no checklist auditing
• High technological and process complexity for continuous learning
• Strong commitment to ESG and D&I initiatives
• Great work/life balance; moderate travel (<10%)
• Beautiful campus with amenities
• Mooresville NC offers high livability and low cost of living (option for hybrid work)

The ideal candidate will possess:

• 5+ years progressive experience in IT Audit and/or related fields (IT Risk, cybersecurity, etc.)
• Certifications such as CISA, CIA, CPA, CISM, CISSP or others preferred
• Strong knowledge of IT Audit/Security concepts, practices, frameworks, and ability to scope ambiguous, risk-based audits
• At least one year of heavy supervisory experience, with the ability to lead audits end-to-end and oversee multiple concurrent audits
• Extensive experience in risk-based IT Operational Audits (beyond compliance checklists), highly preferred
• Experience in retail, manufacturing, distribution, or supply chain sectors a plus
• Experience leveraging data analytics in auditing
• Big 4 or Public Accounting background a plus
• Strong analytical skills, including root cause analysis and trend identification
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, adaptable to different audiences
• Proven collaboration skills and team orientation
• Ability to travel 10-20%, likely less than 10%
• Personal details collection: Name, personal email, alternate email, phone, address