IT Audit Manager

Job Title: IT Audit Manager

Location: Phoenix, AZ (Onsite Role)

Duration: Full-Time (FTE, Direct Hire)

Job Description:

In this role, you'll evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of IT general and application controls, support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, and partner with IT and business leaders. The ideal candidate combines technical audit expertise with strong communication and leadership skills.

What you'll do:

Plan, lead, and execute IT audits, including IT application controls, and operational audits

Develop and maintain the annual risk-based IT audit plan with Internal Audit leadership

Lead SOX IT control testing, including scoping, walkthroughs, design and operating effectiveness testing, and remediation tracking

Apply frameworks such as COBIT, COSO, NIST, and ISO 27001 to assess control environments and identify risk

Manage and develop the AuditBoard platform and use it to document workpapers, findings, and controls

Supervise, mentor, and develop audit staff throughout the audit lifecycle

Communicate findings, risks, and recommendations to senior management, business stakeholders, and external auditors

Build strong relationships with IT leadership, business units, and external audit partners

Track audit issues and management action plans to ensure timely remediation

Stay current on emerging technology risks, regulatory changes, and industry best practices



What we're looking for:

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, or a related field

CIA or CISA certification required; CPA or CISSP preferred

In-depth experience with AuditBoard

5+ years of progressive experience in IT audit, internal audit, or risk/compliance, including people-management or team-leadership experience

Familiarity with IT controls, audit methodologies, and risk management frameworks

Experience with SOX control testing

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills