Technology Audit Manager

What you'll do...

You will engage with senior business and IT leadership through conducting audits to provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of internal controls and governance processes to manage risk within the assigned scope. This role requires a strong understanding of how risks can be mitigated, with a proven ability to effectively execute audit procedures and lead fieldwork teams. Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills… with doses of curiosity and enthusiasm are required.

Success in this role offers the potential for transition into high-impact leadership positions across Ford's global IT, Cybersecurity, and Internal Control organizations.

Scope:

• Global technology-related audits and advisory engagements.
• Travel: Occasional domestic and international travel may be required.
• Training: Internal Audit-specific training will be provided on joining the team. Ongoing personal development and training includes ISACA, ISC2 and IIA programs, coaching and continuous feedback and other planned training and team building events.

Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid (4 days per week in office)

Technology Audit Manager We made history and now we work to transform the future - for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. The Technology Audit Manager will play a key role in the execution of the internal audit plan, providing a comprehensive perspective across Ford's Automotive Technology domain. We are seeking someone who wants to go beyond IT General Controls and go in-depth into the technology inside Artificial Intelligence, Mobile and Real-Time Operating Systems, Connected and Electric Vehicles, Batteries, and Cloud-based solutions. Career development opportunities could include roles within the core IT organization or within the Internal Audit function.

You'll have...

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
• Lead the development of Risk Assessable Entities for a defined scope of technologies or operations as input to the annual risk-based audit plan.
• Advocate for, develop, and govern AI Agents to augment the auditing and risk management processes.
• Lead audit fieldwork, including planning, execution, and documentation of audit procedures, in accordance with Company and Internal Audit standards, ensuring quality and timeliness.
• Perform detailed testing and analysis to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Document audit findings and recommendations in a clear, concise, and well-supported manner.
• Peer review audit workpapers to ensure audit findings and recommendations are supported by sufficient evidence.
• Provide guidance and direction to other auditors during audit engagements.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including operating partners and internal audit partners.
• Stay up-to-date on emerging technology risks and audit best practices.

Key Skills / Competencies

• Strong understanding of industry security frameworks (e.g. NIST CSF, ISO 27001, etc.) and understanding of inherent risks and/or control risks.
• Proven Cybersecurity knowledge through experience or certification (ISC2's CISSP or similar)
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with minimal direction, and as part of a team, with a strong sense of accountability and attention to detail.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of leadership.
• Interpersonal skills, including emotional resilience and active listening, when determining and presenting audit outcomes.
• Strong project management skills.

You'll have...

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
• Lead the development of Risk Assessable Entities for a defined scope of technologies or operations as input to the annual risk-based audit plan.
• Advocate for, develop, and govern AI Agents to augment the auditing and risk management processes.
• Lead audit fieldwork, including planning, execution, and documentation of audit procedures, in accordance with Company and Internal Audit standards, ensuring quality and timeliness.
• Perform detailed testing and analysis to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Document audit findings and recommendations in a clear, concise, and well-supported manner.
• Peer review audit workpapers to ensure audit findings and recommendations are supported by sufficient evidence.
• Provide guidance and direction to other auditors during audit engagements.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including operating partners and internal audit partners.
• Stay up-to-date on emerging technology risks and audit best practices.

Key Skills / Competencies

• Strong understanding of industry security frameworks (e.g. NIST CSF, ISO 27001, etc.) and understanding of inherent risks and/or control risks.
• Proven Cybersecurity knowledge through experience or certification (ISC2's CISSP or similar)
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with minimal direction, and as part of a team, with a strong sense of accountability and attention to detail.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of leadership.
• Interpersonal skills, including emotional resilience and active listening, when determining and presenting audit outcomes.
• Strong project management skills.