Job summary
Seeking a experienced IT Audit Manager with a proven expertise in leading and overseeing comprehensive IT & Cybersecurity audits. Strong leadership team management analytical skills and deep understanding of IT and cyber controls are essential for success in this position.
Responsibilities
The IT Audit Manager supports the Engagement Lead in effective planning and execution of engagements. Preparing IT and Cyber audit programs that target high-risk areas in the companys controls systems and processes. Monitors or executes engagements ensuring they are performed as per the Corporate Audit Methodology and documentation requirements. Directing and overseeing audit activities with external / co-sourced internal auditors to ensure proper audit coverage elimination of duplication of effort and improvement in the efficiency and effectiveness of audit activities. Performing or directing and on-going monitoring to ensure that the engagement is performed in accordance with the planned scope/ risk areas aligned with budget expectations and an overall value added reporting is delivered. Assists in tracking and reporting project status and milestones. Supervising team members and driving their accountability and timely execution of each engagement. Guides team members provide proactive feedback on performance. Performing or reviewing work papers documentation to ensure the retained documentation supports the audit work performed. Assessment of identified gaps and areas for improvement and evaluating their significance and potential business impact. Finalizing discussions/agreements on detailed audit findings with the audit team and management prior to final report issuance to ensure clear understanding and consideration about the noted issues and the related actions to be implemented. Preparing audit reports/memos highlighting key risk exposures noted issues assist in overall conclusion and agreed upon corrective actions. Collaborating with and educating process owners regarding the importance of maintaining strong internal controls and the role of internal audit. Driving follow up with process owners for timely implementation of MAPs and escalating if required.Certifications Required
CISA / CISSP / CISM
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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