IT Auditor | Senior Manager| Risk and Controls Assurance

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Line of Service Assurance Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Assurance Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC Australia, our clients count on us when the stakes are high, when critical information assets need protecting and emerging technologies need to be trusted. As an IT Audit leader, you'll play a vital role in driving the strategic direction and execution of IT audit engagements, helping clients stay ahead of evolving threats while enabling secure, innovative outcomes, working with clients across finance, technology, energy, and health. Our Perth team is known for market leading risk and digital trust services, with a positive cultural vibe and learning mindset, built around our core behaviours of encouraging curiosity, collaboration and constructive challenge. Why PwC? At PwC Australia, your skills meet purpose. We tackle big challenges across industries like finance, technology, energy, and health—giving you the chance to make a real impact. Here, your growth is our priority. You’ll work with leading teams, explore new technologies, and unlock your full potential. Join a global community of more than 370,000 people who value bold ideas, collaboration, and lasting change. Together, we’re building trust and shaping the future. What you’ll do: Lead the delivery of complex and large-scale IT audit, cybersecurity, and technology risk engagements, ensuring high-quality insights and practical recommendations. Build and nurture strong, trusted relationships with C-suite and senior client executives, understanding their strategic objectives and aligning IT risk solutions accordingly. Shape and champion the development of innovative IT audit methodologies, leveraging emerging technologies such as AI, automation, and data analytics to enhance audit effectiveness. Mentor and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning, diversity, and collaboration. Play an integral role in business development by identifying growth opportunities, crafting proposals, and expanding PwC’s footprint in IT risk and cybersecurity advisory services. What we’re looking for: Extensive experience (typically 7+ years) in IT audit, cybersecurity assurance, or technology risk consulting within a professional services environment, with demonstrated experience using SAP. Proven leadership in managing multiple large client engagements and delivering complex technology risk advisory projects. Deep expertise in IT governance frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST), data privacy regulations, and emerging technology risks. Strong commercial acumen and business development capability. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders across diverse industries. What you’ll gain: Leadership development programs and executive coaching designed to help you inspire teams and accelerate your career growth. A world-class parental leave policy offering up to 26 weeks of leave for caregivers, supporting your family and personal life. Flexibility means trusting you to choose when, where, and how you work—balancing what’s best for you, your team, and your clients to grow and thrive together. Being part of a community united by purpose, delivering impact that reaches clients, communities, and the future you’re shaping. We know that perks are as important as your financial rewards. Explore all the benefits that PwC has to offer here . Ready to grow here and go further? Join PwC Australia as an IT Auditor and make an impact that goes beyond the expected. Apply now and take your next step with a team shaping the future. We’re committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, neurodivergence, or any other protected characteristic. We want you to have every opportunity to thrive in our selection process. In the application form, you can let us know what adjustments you require during our recruitment process and/or any workplace accommodations you anticipate needing to help you perform your role. No agencies please: We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs in response to this advertisement. We are only accepting applications direct from individuals. Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Auditing, Auditing Methodologies, Client Management, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Compliance Program Implementation, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Ingestion, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Security, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, External Audit, Financial Reporting, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) {+ 30 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Up to 20% Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? Yes Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date