Cyber Security Assessment Manager

At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you’re trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you for who you are, care for your well-being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership. Over our 80-year history, delivering excellent service through innovation has been a core part of our DNA across our audit, tax, and consulting groups. That’s why we continuously invest in innovative ideas, such as AI-enabled insights and technology-powered solutions, to enhance our services.

About the role

As a Financial Services Cybersecurity Internal Audit Manager, you will join our growing team of professionals focused on delivering high-quality, technically rigorous internal audit services in the cybersecurity domain. You will work directly with client stakeholders to understand their cybersecurity internal audit needs, collaborate with internal audit team members to plan and execute engagements, and deliver high-quality findings and recommendations that enhance the client's security posture and compliance efforts.

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in leading teams, guiding project execution, and deepening client relationships. You will contribute to account planning, identify opportunities to add value, and ensure high-quality delivery. As your responsibilities expand, you take on broader account ownership, balancing project leadership with growing involvement in client strategy and solution development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute internal audits across cybersecurity and IT infrastructure domains, including:
  • Security Operations Centers (SOC)
  • Data Services and Data Governance
  • Third Party Risk Management (TPRM)
  • Cyber Resilience and Incident Response
  • Infrastructure risk control frameworks, including second line of defense (2LOD) review
  • Infrastructure-level Incident and Problem Management
  • Integrated Cyber Auditing alongside business and operational auditors
• Assess design and operational effectiveness of technical cybersecurity controls against regulatory expectations and industry frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, COBIT, ISO 27001).
• Prepare thorough audit documentation, reports, and deliverables independently and on schedule.
• Communicate audit procedures, findings, and recommendations directly to client stakeholders, including both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Maintain audit quality and responsiveness throughout the engagement lifecycle, ensuring client satisfaction and confidence.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of total professional experience.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience performing internal audits, specifically in cybersecurity, IT general controls, or infrastructure risk within a financial services or consulting environment.
• Strong working knowledge of cybersecurity operations, controls, and governance practices.
• Demonstrated ability to independently complete audits from planning through reporting, with minimal oversight.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in documenting observations and explaining results to clients.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• One or more relevant professional certifications: CISSP, CISA, or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with or auditing financial services regulations and guidelines (e.g., OCC, FDIC, FFIEC, NYDFS).
• Prior experience at a public accounting or advisory firm delivering internal audit services to banking, insurance, or fintech clients.

Skills

• Growth mindset and adaptability
• Strong communication and advanced critical thinking
• Ability to navigate new challenges with confidence
• Collaboration across teams
• Use of technology, including emerging AI capabilities, to solve real business problems

Values

We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe’s values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are, and we expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $104,500.00 - $213,800.00 per year. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

Benefits

At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package, including:

• Exceptional people experience with a focus on well-being
• Career coaching and guidance from a dedicated Career Coach
• Inclusive culture that values diversity