Head of Technology Audit

About the role

Managing Director, Internal Audit – Technology Audit in New York, NY. Reports to the Global Head of Internal Audit. This senior leadership role shapes technology audit strategy and oversees audit coverage across BlackRock’s global technology estate.

About BlackRock

BlackRock’s purpose is to help more people experience financial well-being. As a global investment manager and fiduciary, the firm builds a better financial future for clients by managing assets with integrity and transparency. People are critical to delivering on this mission.

Team overview

Internal Audit is an independent, global function that provides objective assurance and advisory services to add value and improve operations. The Technology Audit team performs regional and global audits covering:

• Application systems and related data platforms
• Infrastructure components (networks, operating systems, data centers, messaging platforms)
• Cyber security and cloud-related control evaluations
• Business-integrated audits assessing technology components for control effectiveness, resiliency, and scalability

Responsibilities

• Provide credible challenge, innovation, and value-add to technology colleagues across the firm
• Build strong relationships with technology leadership and partners, including Information Security and Technology Risk Management
• Champion talent development through mentoring, coaching, and structured development pathways
• Lead, inspire, and develop a diverse team across multiple locations
• Engage with senior leaders across Technology, Investments, Client Businesses, and Risk & Compliance
• Oversee risk-based audit planning and execution, ensuring coverage of key risks and emerging trends
• Drive adoption of data analytics, automation, and AI/ML to enhance audit effectiveness and efficiency
• Represent Internal Audit in interactions with regulators and external auditors

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk management, or related fields, with significant leadership experience managing geographically dispersed teams
• Experience in technology audit or related technology risk/technology development functions
• Strong understanding of technology risks across applications, infrastructure, data, and AI
• Proven ability to identify, develop, and promote high-potential talent
• Ability to synthesize complex information and deliver clear, actionable insights
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate organizational complexity
• Familiarity with emerging technologies, data analytics, and automation in audit practices
• Experience driving transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience engaging with regulators and external auditors with an understanding of regulatory expectations
• Preferred certifications: CIA, CISA, CPA, or equivalent

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being
• Healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Hybrid work model: at least 4 days in office per week, with flexibility for 1 remote day; some groups may require more in-office time

Pay

For New York, NY: USD $270,000.00 – USD $350,000.00 base salary. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Total compensation may vary based on role, location, firm, department, and individual performance.