IT Audit Manager

At Liberty, we are proud to integrate our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) throughout all functions and areas of the Bank in order to maximize our impact and exceed goals. We believe that deepening our DE&I strategies in the workplace and communities we serve, creates a much better place to work for our teammates and a safe place where our customers are connected and supported.  We take pride in promoting through initiatives and investment a socially responsible and sustainable future. 

SUMMARY OF THE JOB:

The IT Audit Manager will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and management of the bank’s IT audit program. This role requires a deep understanding of IT governance, risk management, and compliance, particularly in the banking sector.  The individual will lead co-source IT audit teams to execute IT and InfoSec audits and reviews.  This position reports directly to the General Auditor.

The incumbent is expected to consistently exhibit the bank’s core values which include having a passion for customer service; building collaborative relationships with trust and integrity; treating everyone with dignity and respect; and taking pride in your work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The IT Audit Manager is responsible for all aspects of performing and/or overseeing co-sourced audits of the Bank’s IT infrastructure, applications, Information Security Program, and related processes.  This includes the development of audit objectives, scope, process flows and narratives, expected controls, audit fieldwork, and audit reporting in accordance with the standards established by the Institute of Internal Auditors.  The IT Audit Manager will also partner with members of the in-house Audit Team to cover IT risks within operational and financial audits.  The IT Audit Manager will have the following primary responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive IT audit plan in alignment with the Bank's strategic objectives, risk assessments, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and manage IT and InfoSec audit engagements, including planning, execution, reporting, and issue validation.
• Manage two external co-source audit teams and ensure effective collaboration between IA and the internal stakeholders.
• Identify and assess risks related to IT systems, InfoSec, cybersecurity, and data privacy.
• Demonstrate business, IT/IS technical skills, and industry knowledge while assessing business risks, identifying key controls, and performing risk-based testing. 
• Collaborate with the IT Team and the Information Security Team to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
• Build solid and sustainable relationships with key stakeholders across the Bank by providing advice and insights on IT-related matters.
• Prepare detailed audit reports for Management and the Board, outlining findings, recommendations, and action plans.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and relevant regulatory changes.
• Perform special projects as assigned; including due diligence of proposed acquisitions, system and product pre-implementations, and assistance in the review of new procedures, etc. 
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

The IT Audit Manager requires knowledge of banking regulations, and has public accounting and/or private industry audit experience with demonstrated knowledge of IT controls across multiple operating environments, business specific applications, end user computing, network infrastructure, information security programs, network or web-based technology environments, and related internal control concepts; including an understanding of the IIA professional standards and regulatory examination expectations.

• 7+ years of IT-related Audit or Risk management experience focused on financial institutions, banking preferred. 
• Bachelor’s degree (Master's preferred) in computer science, management information systems, accounting, finance or relevant area of study.
• Professional Certification in one or more of the following: CISA, CISSP, CIA, CPA, CRCM, or Commissioned Bank Examiner.
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks, IT risk management frameworks, and Cloud management (e.g., COBIT, ITIL, COSO, NIST, State of CT Banking, NIST Cybersecurity, FFIEC Examination standards) and can effectively identify key associated IT risks across the Bank.
• Strong interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels. Can balance diplomacy with assertiveness and is confident and composed when delivering difficult messages to clients.
• Technical knowledge in internet/cyber security, IT infrastructure, workstations, networks servers and devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls).
• Experience with Issue Validation and Remediation.
• Experience using AuditBoard and experience developing and running data analytics is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• General Office Equipment
• Keyboard Dexterity
• Prolonged Sitting

COMPLIANCE:

Acts affirmatively in all activities under his/her control in conformance with the Bank’s Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity, and Fair Lending Programs to achieve the Bank’s goals and objectives. The bank shall provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons, and continue to recruit, hire, train and evaluate persons in all jobs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin or veteran status.

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Liberty Bank is an Equal Opportunity employer.  It is the policy of Liberty Bank to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.