Risk Cyber Internal Audit Manager

Grant Thornton (US); Edison (NJ); Hybrid; USD 138,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton is seeking a seasoned Cybersecurity Internal Audit professional to assess and enhance clients' risk posture through audits, control testing, and maturity assessments. You will collaborate with risk and compliance teams, deliver actionable insights, and mentor junior staff.

The role requires 5+ years in cybersecurity or IT risk, certifications (CISA/CISSP), and ability to travel. Hybrid work model with in-person client site presence is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity/IT/CS or related field.
• Master’s degree in cybersecurity preferred.
• 5+ years in cybersecurity, internal audit, or IT risk.
• CISA, CISSP or equivalent certifications required.
• Experience with consulting firm client service preferred.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and standards listed.
• Strong communication and ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing cybersecurity internal audits, risk assessments, and control testing engagements.
• Lead walkthroughs, interviews, and workshops with client stakeholders.
• Perform cybersecurity control testing and program capability assessments.
• Conduct maturity assessments using NIST CSF, CSA CCM, ISO/IEC 27001, COBIT, HITRUST.
• Support regulatory compliance assessments including HIPAA, FedRAMP, GLBA, GDPR, and state data breach laws.
• Document risks and controls; develop risk-based recommendations and client deliverables.
• Develop roadmaps to mitigate cyber risks and enhance overall posture.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to project management and client engagements.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Internal audit

Regulatory frameworks

CISA

CISSP

Client service

Project management

Cloud security

NIST CSF

ISO 27001

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity/IT/CS

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity-related field

Tools

NIST CSF

NIST 800-53

NIST 800-171

CSA CCM

ISO 27001/27002

HIPAA

FedRAMP

GLBA

COBIT

HITRUST

PCI DSS

Job description

Job Description

As a member of Grant Thornton’s Cybersecurity Internal Audit (IA Cybersecurity) team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with our clients and deliver consulting and advisory services across a broad spectrum of areas related to cybersecurity. You will support clients in evaluating and enhancing their Cybersecurity risk posture through internal audits, control testing, and maturity assessments. You’ll work closely with cross-functional across risk and compliance teams to assess risks, test controls, and provide actionable insights aligned with industry standards and regulatory frameworks.

Your day-to-day may include:

• Assist in planning and executing Cybersecurity internal audits, risk assessments, and control testing engagements.
• Lead walkthroughs, interviews, and workshops with client stakeholders to understand security processes and technology environments.
• Perform Cybersecurity control testing and Cybersecurity program capability assessments.
• Conduct Cybersecurity maturity assessments using frameworks such as NIST CSF, CSA CCM, ISO/IEC 27001, COBIT, and HITRUST.
• Support assessments for regulatory compliance including HIPAA, FedRAMP, GLBA, GDPR, and state-led data breach notification laws.
• Document process, risk and control improvement considerations, develop risk-based recommendations, and develop client deliverables.
• Identify emerging technology risks (i.e., AI, Cloud, Quantum-computing risks), deep-dive into AI model risks, supply-chain risks, document control deficiencies and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop roadmaps to help clients mitigate Cyber risks and enhance overall Cybersecurity posture.
• Stay current on Cybersecurity trends, threat landscapes, and regulatory developments. This includes technical familiarity with common Cybersecurity tools, cloud environment/architecture, and threat vectors.
• Provide mentorship and training to junior team members by reviewing their work, offering guidance on risk assessment methodologies, and supporting their professional development to enhance overall team capability.
• Contribute to project management tasks such as scheduling, documentation, and status reporting to ensure smooth execution of projects.
• Support client engagements from start to finish, which includes planning, fieldwork (including control testing), and reporting.
• Participate in professional development activities and training sessions on regular basis.
• Assist with business development initiatives, including proposal preparation, research, and developing client presentations.
• Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.
• Other job duties as assigned.

You have the following technical skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is required.
• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity related field preferred
• 5+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, internal audit, or IT risk.
• CISA, CISSP or similar professional certifications (CISA, and CISSP) required.
• Experience as a client serving professional for a consulting firm desired.
• Familiarity with Cybersecurity frameworks and standards including (but not limited to):
  • NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171
  • NIST AI RMF
  • CSA CCM
  • ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002
  • HIPAA, FedRAMP, GLBA, CCM
  • COBIT, HITRUST, PCI DSS
• Functional understanding of IT, Cybersecurity, AI, cloud security, data protection, vulnerability management, and incident response.
• Strong understanding of the cloud shared responsibility model and how that may impact clients.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (oral and written) with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to deliver presentations to clients on Cybersecurity risk assessments, findings, and recommendations
• Strong project management skills and the ability to execute multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
• Ability to travel to client locations (as needed).

The base salary range for this position is between $138,000 and $172,500. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job -related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Hybrid

About Us

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.

In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.

Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.

About The Team

• Whether it's your work location, weekly schedule, or flex time off, we empower you with the options to work the way that it best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site.
• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.
• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers
• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers

Benefits:

We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits

• Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
• Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.

Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Additional Details:

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