Manager IT Internal Audit

The Manager IT Internal Audit is responsible for successfully managing the completion of risk-based audits and providing technology risk and control expertise, including support for applicable Model Audit Rule compliance efforts, as directed by the Director and/or Vice President of Internal Audit. This role also supervises and coaches staff, performs advisory work, leads special projects and investigations related to technology, and maintains Internal Audit independence and objectivity.

• Contributes to the development and execution of the Internal Audit department’s strategy, translating the strategy into actionable initiatives, prioritizing efforts, and driving successful implementation.

• Provides input in establishing departmental goals and objectives that support the corporate mission and strategic priorities, and ensures individual performance goals align with departmental objectives.

• Conducts continuous risk assessments, including analyzing and researching advanced technology, financial and operational issues to help determine best allocation of internal audit resources.

• Manages and develops Internal Audit staff to achieve department objectives including determining staffing needs, setting goals, interviewing, selecting, coaching, correct use of internal audit tools and evaluating the performance of direct reports.

• Evaluates work/project requests to determine feasibility (cost/benefits analyses) and appropriate department resourcing ensuring work and projects are completed within schedules and budgets and takes corrective actions, as needed

• Advances audit methodologies and integrates AI, data analytics, and automation to enhance audit quality, efficiency, and risk insights

• Manages and reports on open audit issues, including collaborating with management on corrective action plans.

• Anticipates, coordinates or facilitates problem-solving meetings among department, division and enterprise-wide staff, as appropriate.

• Provides Internal Audit subject-matter expertise on technology governance and controls, including information technology general controls (ITGCs), cyber security, change management, identity and access management, data governance, systems development and implementation, and third-party technology risk.

• Responds to inquiries from external auditors (e.g., CPA, regulatory, group).

• 8+ years w/Bachelor’s degree; 1+ years supervisory/management
• Comprehensive knowledge of auditing principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of technology environments and IT risk concepts, including IT general controls (ITGCs), technology governance, cybersecurity, cloud environments, and systems implementation or ERP risk.
• Familiarity with relevant frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, NIST, or ISO 27001.
• Proficiency in applying AI, data analytics, and automation within audit processes.
• Strong organization, time management, project management, and prioritization skills, with the ability to lead multiple engagements.
• Experience with audit management and electronic workpaper systems, such as TeamMate+, or comparable platforms.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to formulate and communicate recommendations for improvement.
• Strong attention to detail, professional judgment,problem-solving abilities, and leadership and coaching skills.
• Ability to travel regularly.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) required
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) preferred
  Base Pay Information

The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental’s assessment of the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity. 
Pay Grade 24. $123,624 - $267,852