Managing Director- Risk Advisory (Technology Risk)

CrossCountry Consulting; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare options

401(k) with company matching

Generous parental and maternity leave policies

Technology stipends

Wellness reimbursement programs

Job summary

A professional consulting firm in Los Angeles is seeking a Managing Director for its IT Internal Audit Advisory team. The successful candidate will lead teams, manage client delivery, and drive business development while maintaining a strong company culture. Applicants should have over 12 years of experience in IT Risk and Internal Audit, with a deep understanding of risk standards. The position offers a hybrid work model with competitive compensation ranging from $230,000 to $400,000 plus bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12+ years of experience in IT Risk and Internal Audit.
• Expert knowledge of key risk domain standards and frameworks.
• Demonstrated track record in delivering internal audit advisory engagements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of IT Internal Audit Advisory services.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to broaden services and clients.
• Lead, develop, mentor and train teams.

Skills

IT Risk

Internal Audit

Project management

Relationship management

Risk domain standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field

Master’s degree or post-graduate degree

Tools

COSO

COBIT

PCAOB

CISA certification

Job description

From the beginning, our goal was to establish an advisory firm that stands apart from the rest – one that is grounded in our Core Values and dedicated to creating a positive experience not just for our clients, but for our people too. We firmly believe in the strength of collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance as the driving forces behind our success. With advisory solutions spanning accounting and risk, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions, we partner with our clients to solve today’s challenges and deliver present and future value.

We are currently searching for a Managing Director to join our high performing IT Internal Audit Advisory team in Los Angeles. We offer a hybrid (remote/onsite) work environment that will allow you to continue working with the flexibility that they have grown accustomed to over the past year, while also continuing to provide onsite service to our fantastic clients. There is local travel throughout Los Angeles.

You’ll bring your first-hand experience, unique perspectives, and functional knowledge to deliver tailored integrated solutions that help our clients solve today's challenges and set the foundation for future success. As a Managing Director at CrossCountry Consulting, you will be responsible for a mix of client delivery, business development, leading teams, and developing junior team members, as well as serving as a member of CrossCountry’s leadership team.

What You’ll Do

• The Managing Director oversees all aspects of IT Internal Audit Advisory services, ensuring all engagements achieve projected/forecasted metrics.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to broaden the services and client base of the IT Internal Audit Advisory service line.
• Manage and build out project teams to review and assess IT environments, risks, internal audit projects, and compliance for companies that range from newly public high growth entities in rapidly changing environments to the largest entertainment and public companies.
• Ensure that our people and teams come first and that our exceptional culture continues to grow our people, providing opportunities for advancement for all team members
• Lead, develop, mentor and train teams
• Recommend internal control solutions that balance client resource constraints with the need to mitigate risk
• Maintain and build strong, collaborative client relationships
• Use local company knowledge to participate in go-to-market strategy for practice development activities (we take a collaborative, consultative and relationship-based approach to clients)
• Negotiate the scope of the work, bill rates and budgets for recurring projects at existing clients

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in an appropriate field
• A minimum of 12+ years of related work experience in developing, implementing, or architecting information systems with a strong understanding of IT Risk and Internal Audit
• Expert knowledge of key risk domain standards and frameworks, such as COSO, COBIT, PCAOB, The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA’s) code of ethics, and related technology frameworks, etc.
• Demonstrated track record in delivering internal audit advisory engagements to clients within a professional services capacity
• Experience with subject matter related to financial service/banking products, with emphasis on any engagements performed for regional, super-regional or large global banks highly preferred
• Strong existing relationships within the IT and Audit executive ranks (e.g., CIO, CISO, Director of Internal Audit, CAE)
• Project management of IT Risk/Internal Audit engagements including development of project charters and plans; management of project execution and successful implementation of the planned solution
• Experience in process definition, workflow design and process mapping
• Extensive knowledge base in operations, systems evaluation and architecture

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Master’s degree or post graduate degree from a college or university is a plus
• CISA certification is a plus

For applicants located in California, CrossCountry Consulting is required to include an estimate of the compensation range for this role. The following range takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, education, licenses, certifications, business needs, and internal equity. An estimate of the current range is $230,000 - $400,000 + annual bonus + additional benefits.

Benefits

The CrossCountry total rewards package includes comprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; and a 401(k) with company matching. Additionally, employees can take advantage of generous parental and maternity leave policies, technology stipends, and wellness reimbursement programs, all designed to support both professional growth and personal well-being. For detailed information about benefits at CrossCountry, please visit our dedicated benefits site: https://www.crosscountry-consulting.com/careers/benefits/.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CrossCountry provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and believes that respect and fair treatment are critical to creating a productive and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, CrossCountry is fully committed to comply with all federal, state, and local laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetics, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic. The company also complies with pay transparency and labor laws applicable to all terms and conditions of employment.