IT Internal Audit Manager-Paze

Early Warning® • Scottsdale, AZ

11d • $130,000 - $160,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

At Early Warning, we’ve powered and protected the U.S. financial system for over thirty years with cutting-edge solutions like Zelle®, Paze℠, and so much more. As a trusted name in payments, we partner with thousands of institutions to increase access to financial services and protect transactions for hundreds of millions of consumers and small businesses. Positions located in Scottsdale, San Francisco, Chicago, or New York follow a hybrid work model to allow for a more collaborative working environment. Candidates responding to this posting must independently possess the eligibility to work in the United States, for any employer, at the date of hire. This position is ineligible for employment Visa sponsorship. Overall Purpose This position plans, conducts and supervises complex audit reviews of the company’s Information Technology infrastructure, Security, Operating Systems and related process controls and procedures depending on assigned area. Prepares reports and reviews reports prepared by others on findings and recommends improvements in policies, procedures, and internal controls. Essential Functions Advises other auditors on the performance of internal audits and may supervise other auditors or consultants work as assigned. Reviews other auditor’s planning, audit workpapers and final reports as assigned. Serves as a subject matter expert for the department, providing guidance and technical insight on digital wallet ecosystems, real-time payments networks, and emerging payment technologies including stablecoin frameworks. Performs complex technical and integrated audits across digital wallet platforms, real-time payments network operations, and stablecoin-related processes, ensuring robust risk management, regulatory compliance, and effective internal controls. Conducts internal audit interviews, testing steps, and the documenting of accurate test results within audit scope. Produces final results and formalizes discussion on audit findings and associated risks based on audit scope objectives. Prepares and edits audit reports and presents observations and/or recommendations including follow-up when necessary. Consults and advises department functions regarding internal controls and security. Communicates audit test results and findings to client based on a risk based methodology. Recommends improvements in company policies, procedures and internal controls based on audit results. Leads the development of audit tools, techniques and audit programs. Assists outside auditors in audits of company’s technology and operations. Support the company’s commitment to protect the integrity and confidentiality of systems and data.

Requirements

• Education or experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Finance or Accounting or equivalent experience.
• Typically 8 or more years of progressive related experience.
• Demonstrated experience working in systems audit or equivalent experience in a technology related field.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required with a demonstrated ability to interact with executive management across the organization on matters requiring a high degree of sensitivity.
• Effective project management skills with the ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective staff management skills with the ability to complete assigned audits as well as supervise others.
• Understands current and evolving business operations and effectively applies that knowledge to recommend changes in the annual risk assessment process.
• Background and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications: CISSP, CISM, and/or MCSE

Responsibilities

• Advises other auditors on the performance of internal audits and may supervise other auditors or consultants work as assigned.
• Reviews other auditor’s planning, audit workpapers and final reports as assigned.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for the department, providing guidance and technical insight on digital wallet ecosystems, real-time payments networks, and emerging payment technologies including stablecoin frameworks.
• Performs complex technical and integrated audits across digital wallet platforms, real-time payments network operations, and stablecoin-related processes, ensuring robust risk management, regulatory compliance, and effective internal controls.
• Conducts internal audit interviews, testing steps, and the documenting of accurate test results within audit scope.
• Produces final results and formalizes discussion on audit findings and associated risks based on audit scope objectives.
• Prepares and edits audit reports and presents observations and/or recommendations including follow-up when necessary.
• Consults and advises department functions regarding internal controls and security.
• Communicates audit test results and findings to client based on a risk based methodology.
• Recommends improvements in company policies, procedures and internal controls based on audit results.
• Leads the development of audit tools, techniques and audit programs.
• Assists outside auditors in audits of company’s technology and operations.
• Support the company’s commitment to protect the integrity and confidentiality of systems and data.

Benefits

• Healthcare Coverage – Competitive medical (PPO/HDHP), dental, and vision plans as well as company contributions to your Health Savings Account (HSA) or pre-tax savings through flexible spending accounts (FSA) for commuting, health & dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Featuring a 100% Company Safe Harbor Match on your first 6% deferral immediately upon eligibility.
• Paid Time Off – Flexible Time Off for Exempt (salaried) employees, as well as generous PTO for Non-Exempt (hourly) employees, plus 11 paid company holidays and a paid volunteer day.
• 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Maven Family Planning – provides support through your Parenting journey including egg freezing, fertility, adoption, surrogacy, pregnancy, postpartum, early pediatrics, and returning to work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager