Senior Cyber Risk Audit Lead - Flexible Schedule

Smith Arnold Partners; Connecticut; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Arnold Partners is seeking an IT Audit Senior Manager with deep cybersecurity expertise to lead risk-focused audits and strengthen enterprise information security controls. You will partner with IT and business leaders to assess technology risks, design controls, and deliver practical remediation plans.

The role emphasizes governance, SOX ITGC awareness, and effective reporting to senior management, with opportunities to influence risk posture in a global organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Accounting, or related field.
• Master’s degree is a plus.
• Strong certifications in cybersecurity / IT audit preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute IT audit and in-depth cybersecurity control reviews.
• Perform risk assessments to identify technology and cybersecurity risks.
• Become the SME for cybersecurity, including controls and frameworks.
• Evaluate information security and IT controls design/effectiveness.
• Conduct security reviews, vulnerability assessments, and pen testing.
• Partner with IT, cybersecurity, and business leadership to drive remediation.
• Prepare and present audit reports to senior management.
• Track audit findings and remediation plans to ensure timely resolution.

Skills

Cybersecurity

IT audit

Risk assessments

Communication

Leadership

Governance

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT / Cybersecurity / CS / IT / Engineering / Accounting

Master's degree

Certifications: CISA, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CIA, CCSP, GIAC, CEH, Cloud Security

Job description

Smith Arnold Partners is seeking an IT Audit Senior Manager with deep cybersecurity expertise to lead risk-focused audits and strengthen enterprise information security controls. You will partner with IT and business leaders to assess technology risks, design controls, and deliver practical remediation plans.

The role emphasizes governance, SOX ITGC awareness, and effective reporting to senior management, with opportunities to influence risk posture in a global organization.