VP IT Audit Leader - Hybrid, AI-Driven Controls

Smith Arnold; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Arnold, a leading New York financial institution, seeks a VP IT Audit Manager to lead IT and cybersecurity audits across infrastructure, applications, and regulatory controls. This high-visibility role partners with senior leadership to drive risk-based programs and hands-on improvements.

You will assess risks, present findings to management, and help modernize audit practices with AI and analytics while maintaining independence.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years IT Audit experience within financial services or Big 4 public accounting
• Strong knowledge of IT controls, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and change management
• Experience with frameworks and regulations such as NIST, COBIT, ITIL, FFIEC, ISO 27001/27002
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CISM, CIA, or similar are highly preferred
• Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute IT and cybersecurity audits across infrastructure, applications, technology operations, and regulatory compliance
• Assess risks, evaluate controls, identify root causes, and provide practical recommendations to strengthen the control environment
• Participate in risk assessments, audit planning, and development of a risk-based audit program
• Prepare and present audit findings to management and serve as a trusted advisor on technology risk and controls
• Monitor emerging technology, cybersecurity, and regulatory developments impacting the organization
• Partner with stakeholders across the business while maintaining audit independence and objectivity

Skills

IT Audit experience

IT controls

Cybersecurity

Infrastructure

Systems development

Change management

Technology risk

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Info Systems/Technology

Tools

NIST

COBIT

ITIL

FFIEC

ISO 27001/27002

Job description

Smith Arnold, a leading New York financial institution, seeks a VP IT Audit Manager to lead IT and cybersecurity audits across infrastructure, applications, and regulatory controls. This high-visibility role partners with senior leadership to drive risk-based programs and hands-on improvements.

You will assess risks, present findings to management, and help modernize audit practices with AI and analytics while maintaining independence.