SVP, Head of Corporate Audit for Information Technology

STATE STREET CORPORATION; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 338,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

Insurance coverage

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Performance-based bonuses

Tax-advantaged savings plans

Job summary

State Street Corporation in Boston seeks a Senior Vice President, Head of Corporate Audit for Information Technology. This executive will lead the IT audit program, directing strategy for infrastructure, cyber, and enterprise IT risk.

Reporting to the General Auditor, this role partners with global peers, interacts with the CIO and Board, and builds a diverse, high-performing team to deliver independent assurance and adherence to industry standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years in IT risk management/infrastructure with 10+ years in IT audit leadership.
• Auditing leadership experience in large, global financial services preferred.
• Board-facing communication with senior executives required.

Responsibilities

• Set global IT infrastructure, cyber, and risk audit strategy.
• Lead a diverse global audits team and build leadership pipeline.
• Collaborate with global peers on business and legal entity audits.
• Report audit findings to CIO/CTO and board committees.
• Drive continuous improvement and alignment with risk frameworks.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

AI

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS

Master’s degree preferred

CISSP/CISA/CISM certifications required

Tools

NIST framework

Job description

SVP, Head of Corporate Audit for Information Technology

Who we are looking for The Senior Vice President (SVP) of Corporate Audit – Head of Corporate Audit for Information Technology – is a pivotal leadership role within Corporate Audit. As a direct report to the General Auditor, this executive will provide leadership in establishing, directing, and executing Corporate Audit’s strategy for activities related to Global Technology Services. As a member of the global Corporate Audit Management Committee, this leader influences, collaborates, and partners with Corporate Audit peers to develop the global Corporate Audit strategy and methodology in line with industry practices, professional standards, and regulatory requirements. The role leads the infrastructure, cyber, and horizontal IT audit functions, is based in the Boston office four days a week. Why this role is important to us Corporate Audit independently assesses the effectiveness of the internal control environment, proactively advises on risk management, and influences the organization’s culture of risk excellence. The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

Responsibilities

• Set the strategy for all IT infrastructure, cyber, and business IT risk coverage and audits globally.
• Build, develop, and sustain a high-performing organization by cultivating a strong pipeline of leaders and technical experts, fostering upward mobility, succession readiness, and a culture of excellence, accountability, and role-model leadership.
• Build out continuous auditing processes, including the use of data analytics.
• Collaborate closely with global peers for business and legal entity audits.
• Advise the General Auditor and the E&A Committee of the Board on technology risks.
• Maintain key stakeholder relationships across the organization, including the CIO, CISO, CTO, and other senior leaders.
• Manage, build, and develop a diverse global team of auditors providing expert advice and assurance on technology risks, including cyber risks and threats.
• Ensure the IT audit function is well integrated with the overall audit program.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations effectively to the bank’s leadership team.
• Monitor and track progress on audit findings and recommendations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for technology risk and controls frameworks, including NIST, and apply them effectively in audit work.
• Develop credible and strong working relationships with key regulators and communicate audit strategy and results effectively.
• Participate as an active non-voting member of governance and risk committees and management steering committees, promoting balanced discussions and encouraging challenge and debate.
• Establish and maintain strong working partnerships with peers while leading business and legal entity audits globally.
• Role model cross-cultural awareness and help establish and maintain a collaborative and inclusive global work environment.
• Drive transformation and continuous improvement in Corporate Audit practices, processes, and operational activities.

What we value

• Demonstrated understanding of technology risk management, including qualitative and quantitative assessments, IT and data processes and controls, global industry standards, leading frameworks, and emerging risks.
• Expertise in evaluating cyber security, cyber resiliency, and cyber maturity, with the ability to develop and implement effective audit coverage strategies.
• Strong knowledge of cyber and cloud technologies and tools, with the ability to assess associated risks, including data-driven monitoring and penetration test approaches.
• Proven interpersonal and communication skills at the executive and board level, with the ability to translate technology risk language into business terminology.
• Expertise in developing and maintaining relationships with multiple stakeholders, including board members, senior executives, management, and team members.
• Strong execution skills and experience leading a global team in large-scale project management activities.
• Highly organized, with extensive analytical, problem-solving, influence, and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years of experience in infrastructure, cyber, IT risk management, or consulting, with at least 10 years of experience in IT audit or assurance leadership roles.
• Provent audit leader with expert knowledge on industry practices and professional standards; Minimum of 15 years of corporate audit experience in a large, global financial services firm.
• 10+ years of experience leading global teams with board-facing responsibilities.
• Thought leader in AI and emerging technologies.
• Strong Risk Management experience - expert skills in recognizing and assessing risk.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and communication skills with experience presenting to the highest level of executives and the board.
• Ability to manage complex programs in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment with proven impactful results that are industry-leading.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Professional certifications in related filed (i.e. CISSP, CISA, or CISM) are required.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $225,000 - $337,500 Annual The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Benefits

• our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
• insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages
• paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities
• access to our Employee Assistance Program
• incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans)
• eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Job Application Disclosure

It is unlawful in Massachusettsto require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Further Information

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