IT Audit Manager

About the role

The IT Audit Manager plays a critical role in assessing and enhancing the effectiveness of IT controls, governance, and risk management across Avis Budget Group's (ABG) complex and evolving technology landscape. This position requires a unique blend of technical acumen, audit expertise, and business insight to navigate ABG’s IT environment, technology portfolio, and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Audit Planning & Execution - Support technology risk assessment, develop risk-based IT audit plans and audit programs
• Lead or execute IT audits across a complex technology environment including mainframe systems, cloud platforms, and modern enterprise solutions
• Evaluate IT governance, security controls, and emerging technology risks including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, cloud computing, cybersecurity, third-party providers, and digital transformation
• Coordinate with external auditors on SOX controls testing
• Build technical and professional capabilities across the team and ensure quality and consistency of audit work
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and staying current with emerging technology, audit methodologies, and industry best practices
• Reporting & Stakeholders Management - Serve as a trusted advisor to business and technology leadership, providing independent assurance and strategic insights on controls and emerging risks
• Prepare clear, concise, and actionable audit reports for senior management, Audit Committee, and business stakeholders, translating complex technical findings into business risk language
• Present audit results and recommendations to IT leadership, business unit management, and executive leadership, demonstrating the business impact of IT control deficiencies
• Partner with IT management and business process owners to develop practical and sustainable remediation plans for audit findings
• Track and validate remediation of audit issues, ensuring management commitments are fulfilled and controls are operating effectively

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related fields
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive IT audit, IT risk management / assurance experience, or related disciplines, preferably in a large, complex organization
• Hands-on experience with complex IT and integrated audits, including ERPs, cloud environments, cybersecurity programs, and mainframe systems
• Understanding of IT control frameworks (COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001, SOC2) and risk management methodologies
• Strong experience in evaluating IT general controls including access management, change management, and operations management
• Experience evaluating controls in cybersecurity, information security controls, and third-party vendors
• Technical Knowledge & Skills - Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), SaaS applications, and modern application architecture
• Understanding of data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA) and their IT control implications
• Track record of evaluating, developing, and/or adopting emerging Generative AI technologies to transform audit or business processes
• Proficiency with audit management tools

Additional / Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CIA, CRISC, CISM, AWS, Azure, PCI QSA)
• Experienced user of data analysis and/or visualization tools (Tableau, SQL, Alteryx, Power BI, ACL, IDEA, etc.)
• Understanding of mainframe operating systems, database management systems, and legacy application architectures
• Experience with operational technology audits in transaction-intensive business environments (rental car, travel, hospitality, retail, financial services, or similar industries)
• Knowledge of DevOps, Agile development methodologies, and modern SDLC practices

Benefits

• Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
• Eligible to elect other voluntary benefits including: Group Auto Insurance, Group Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and additional life insurance coverages
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matched contributions
• Full training to learn the business and enhance professional skills
• Employee discounts, including discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for services including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care service and more

Pay

The annual starting salary for this position is between $125,000 – $140,000 annually. Factors that may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.