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Senior IT Audit Manager (Hybrid)

AT Prudential Financial
Prudential Financial

Senior IT Audit Manager (Hybrid)

Newark, NJ

Job Classification:
Finance & Accounting - Finance & Accounting

At Prudential, we believe talent is key to achieving our vision. When you join Prudential, you'll unlock a motivating and impactful career - all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world's leading financial services institutions!

Are you a risk concerned individual? Can you balance competing initiatives? This role provides coverage to Global Technology's Enterprise Information Security Office (ISO) and Chief Technology Office (CTO), including risks and controls of the company's information security program, global infrastructure platforms (e.g., Networks, Cloud - AWS, Azure), DevOps, and Cloud engineering and operations. The successful candidate will manage multiple audits and audit teams and will be responsible for the Relationship Manager role with key partners within GT and embedded information technology functions. In addition, the individual selected will be expected to support talent related responsibilities for the team including staff development, recruiting, and training.

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The current employee work arrangement for this position is Hybrid and requires your on-site presence on a reoccurring basis as determined by your business. Your manager will provide additional details relative to the specific number of days you are expected to be on-site. There may be occasional travel required which should not exceed 10%, depending on audit plan coverage.

What you can expect:

  • Assist in developing and driving the annual audit plan to cover information technology and information/cyber security risks globally, as well as other key initiatives driven by the ISO and CTO in support of an evolving technology and security strategy (e.g., Cloud, DevOps, Automation).
  • Serving as an information technology and information security expert for both vertical and horizontal IT/IS audit coverage. Partnering with audit teams across the globe to achieve consistent, coordinated, coverage of information/cyber security related risks and controls.
  • Collaborate with other Relationship Managers and partner with multiple audit teams across the Department to achieve consistent and coordinated coverage of information technology and information security risks and related controls.
  • Build and maintain collaborative relationships across the Audit Department as well as with key stakeholders across the Company to facilitate the execution of the audit plan as well as the sharing of observations, information, and ideas.
  • Ensure risks and exposures are clearly understood by key partners and gain consensus from management to understand, manage, and mitigate information technology and information/cyber security risks in line with an evolving business strategy.
  • Monitoring issues and trends throughout the year to inform the advancement of the annual audit plan.
  • Remaining current with industry views related to Cyber Security, Cloud, DevOps, information security and other information technology topics.
  • Lead and execute audit engagements that meet the department's methodologies and quality standards.
  • Remain committed to personal advancement and educate others on key information technology/security risks, controls, as well as support staff development, recruiting, performance management, and succession planning.
  • Leverage data analytics and develop audit programs in support of risk assessments, audit design, and execution related to key information technology and information/cyber security risks.
  • Assist Audit VP Product Owner with continuous monitoring meetings, year over year audit coverage, aggregation of key issues for SLT member, and key stakeholder meetings.

What you'll need:

  • 8+ years of relevant experience gained through a combination of information security/technology, risk and/or audit related roles. Specifically, experience in cloud operations, cyber security operations, vulnerability management or other IT operation-based specialist role (e.g., Site Reliability Engineer).
  • Understanding of the intricacies associated with a global company and its information technology/cyber security risk profile, including expanding regulatory requirements
  • Knowledge of emerging topics and current analytical methods and techniques used to monitor and manage relevant risks.
  • Highly motivated, proactive, conceptual thinker who can take a leadership role in a wide variety of assignments.
  • Strong track record of providing value-added insights to business leaders and serving as a trusted advisor to both business and Audit Department leaders.
  • Executive level communication skills, both oral and written, and the ability to partner effectively with multiple business groups, corporate areas, and independent auditors
  • Undergraduate degree related to technology, risk management, finance, or other quantitative field of study

It'd be a plus if you had:

  • Higher degree of study (CPA, MBA)
  • CISA, CISSP and/or designations/certifications (e.g., AWS Cloud Practitioner) that demonstrate proficiency in information technology, information security, and/or cyber security related risks and controls

Prudential welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply.

At Prudential, you can:

Take charge of your career. We equip and empower our employees to expand their skills and experience by using powerful learning, gigs, and job opportunities. We offer a suite of services such as on demand resources and networking to propel your career forward.

We're a global organization, full of outstandingly dedicated people who aren't afraid to think differently, challenge the status quo and take sensible risks along the way. You will enjoy pushing boundaries as we build innovative technology that helps clients, customers and employees live their best lives. You will have access to leadership and learning opportunities and the resources needed to take your career in any direction. We will help you do your best work, offering flexibility, while delivering on our Purpose.

What we offer you:

  • Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave
  • Retirement plans:
  • 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%)
  • Company-funded pension plan
  • Wellness Programs to help you achieve your wellbeing goals, including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs
  • Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
  • Tuition Assistance to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree, many accredited certificate programs, and industry designations.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), after one year of service.

To find out more about our Total Reward package, see our Total Rewards Brochure. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week.

Note: Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $148,800.00 to $201,200.00. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Roles may also be eligible for additional compensation and/or benefits. Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. In addition, employees are eligible for standard benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental and retirement.

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.

Prudential is a multinational financial services leader with operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Leveraging its heritage of life insurance and asset management expertise, Prudential is focused on helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth. The company's well-known Rock symbol is an icon of strength, stability, expertise and innovation that has stood the test of time. Prudential's businesses offer a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds, asset management, and real estate services.

We recognize that our strength and success are directly linked to the quality and skills of our diverse associates. We are proud to be a place where talented people who want to make a difference can grow as professionals, leaders, and as individuals. Visit www.prudential.com to learn more about our values, our history and our brand.

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status , medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Newark, NJ and its affiliates.

Note that this posting is intended for individual applicants. Search firms or agencies should email Staffing at staffingagencies@prudential.com for more information about doing business with Prudential.

PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES:
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, which may include an assessment, please email accommodations.hw@prudential.com.

Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. If you are experiencing a technical issue with your application or an assessment, please email careers.technicalsupport@prudential.com to request assistance.

Client-provided location(s): Newark, NJ, USA
Job ID: Prudential-R-118212
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Pension
    • Stock Purchase Program