Audit Manager - IT SOX

About the role

AIG’s Internal Audit Group (IAG) seeks an experienced Audit Manager to join the Information Technology (IT) SOX team in Houston. The role involves leading IT SOX planning, scoping, and execution activities, identifying and evaluating IT SOX risks, and collaborating with business and technology stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT SOX planning, scoping, and execution activities, ensuring audits are risk-focused and aligned with regulatory and firmwide requirements.
• Identify and evaluate IT SOX risks in AIG’s environment, including IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls, and IT-dependent manual controls.
• Test ITGCs (e.g., access management, change management, computer operations) and evaluate the impact of deficiencies on financial reporting.
• Partner with business and technology stakeholders to understand IT dependencies in key business processes and validate the adequacy of control design and execution.
• Provide guidance to audit teams and business stakeholders on IT SOX issues, root cause analysis, and remediation strategies.
• Collaborate with external auditors (PwC) and internal assurance teams (TRC, FCU, etc.) to align on audit scope, approach, and resolution of findings.
• Contribute to audit reporting by drafting clear, concise observations and recommendations that highlight risks and drive corrective action.
• Drive continuous improvement in IT SOX methodology, leveraging data analytics, automation, and Agile audit practices to improve efficiency and assurance coverage.
• Coach and mentor junior staff, fostering technical expertise in IT auditing, SOX methodology, and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant industry experience and/or general audit experience, including managing others.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree, Computer Science or Information Systems degree preferred.
• A certified professional designation (e.g. CIA, CPA, CISA, CRISC, CISSP) is preferred.
• Experience in and knowledge of finance (including SAP), investments, legal, compliance, regulatory functions, and human resources.
• Familiarity with applicable industry laws and regulations.
• Managerial courage to effectively deliver difficult messages to staff members and determine appropriate reporting and escalation as needed.
• Ability to thrive within a team-oriented environment while focusing on what matters most.
• Good at cultivating relationships with stakeholders and within the IAG group, building trust that facilitates an open mindset and free exchange of information.
• Function independently and multi-task in a dynamic, changing environment.
• Strong leadership skills; attract and develop top talent.
• Strong communication (oral and written), presentation, and project management skills.
• Possess and promote a culture of intellectual curiosity.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills; comfort with using data analytics in audit testing.
• Experience working in the financial services/insurance industries a plus.

Benefits

At AIG, we offer comprehensive benefits that extend beyond time spent at work to support your health, wellbeing, financial security, and professional development. Our Total Rewards Program includes:

• Health and wellness programs
• Retirement savings plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance programs
• Professional development opportunities
• Work-life balance initiatives

Pay

Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible work arrangements to accommodate your needs.