Senior IT Audit Manager - Risk & Controls Lead

American Express; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

American Express’s Internal Audit Group is seeking a Senior Manager - IT Audit to lead technology and application control audits across a distributed global footprint, including Phoenix, NYC, Charlotte and Sandy. You will guide engagements end-to-end, supervise teams, and deliver risk-based insights to management.

You’ll mentor staff, coordinate with control groups, and stay ahead of regulatory changes and industry trends to strengthen the control environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of audit experience, including leadership roles.
• Experience at Big Four or G-SIB is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication with executives.
• Ability to manage multiple audits and competing priorities.
• Knowledge of technology controls testing and data considerations.

Responsibilities

• Act as Auditor in Charge on complex audits and lead multiple audits end-to-end.
• Analyze and synthesize audit results to evaluate effectiveness.
• Lead audit client meetings and walkthroughs.
• Develop test steps, audit findings, and audit reports per IAG procedures.
• Guide team on validating corrective actions and MAPs for sustainable impact.
• Monitor business activities, track metrics, and analyze regulatory changes for risk.

Skills

Audit leadership

Team management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

IT audit testing

Tools

Data analytics tools

CAATs

Audit software

Job description

American Express’s Internal Audit Group is seeking a Senior Manager - IT Audit to lead technology and application control audits across a distributed global footprint, including Phoenix, NYC, Charlotte and Sandy. You will guide engagements end-to-end, supervise teams, and deliver risk-based insights to management.

You’ll mentor staff, coordinate with control groups, and stay ahead of regulatory changes and industry trends to strengthen the control environment.