Audit Executive

About the role

Audit Executives partner with the C-Suite on strategic development and planning of audit-related matters.

Directly related roles

• Chief Audit Executive
• Privacy Executive
• Security Executive
• Risk Executive
• IT Governance

Common feeder functional areas

• Information Security Management
• Cybersecurity Consulting
• Privacy Engineering
• IT Risk Consulting
• Privacy Management

Employer requirements

According to market employment data, these are the most prominent business skills required to excel in the Audit Executive area and requested by employers:

• Leadership
• Management
• Communication
• Risk Management
• Cybersecurity
• Auditing
• Operations
• Security Policies
• Incident Response

Audit Executive roles generally require an undergraduate degree.

Certifications

• CISA—Certified Information Systems Auditor: ISACA's Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification is the standard of achievement for those who audit and assess an organization's information technology.
• AAIA—ISACA Advanced in AI Audit: The groundbreaking advanced AI credential, ISACA Advanced in AI Audit (AAIA), validates the ability to audit complex systems and mitigate risks related to AI.

Resources and professional development

• ISACA IT Audit Resources: Discover the latest IT audit publications, best practices, insights and training to enhance your processes and stay ahead of the curve in your IT audit career.
• ISACA Local Chapters: ISACA has over 200 chapters worldwide, offering a variety of benefits to members, including networking, education, and career development opportunities.
• Member Experience Leadership Series: Grow your leadership skills with access to expert-led events with an ISACA membership. Earn free CPE while learning to lead yourself, others, and your organization with confidence.
• ISACA Conferences: From in-person, virtual to hybrid, ISACA's conferences help you connect with professionals worldwide and expand your knowledge wherever you are.