- Company Name
- Women in Tech UK
- Job Title
- Head of Cyber and Resilience Audit
- Job Description
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**Job Title**
Head of Cyber and Resilience Audit
**Role Summary**
Lead the design, implementation and delivery of the internal audit plan for Cyber, Technology Resilience and Operational Resilience. Provide insightful analysis and independent assurance to executive leadership and the Board Audit Committee. Drive continuous monitoring, audit quality, and audit strategy alignment with regulatory expectations (PRA, FCA) and industry best‑practice standards.
**Expactations**
- Proactive delivery of a comprehensive audit program that safeguards assets, reputation and growth.
- Clear, concise reporting that informs governance decisions and supports effective risk management.
- Strong influence on senior management and Board processes through constructive challenge and advice.
- Demonstrated improvement of audit effectiveness and data‑analytics capabilities.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Develop and execute the Cyber & Resilience audit plan, including scope definition, risk assessment and resource allocation.
- Conduct in‑depth audits of information security, technology resilience, operational resilience and related controls.
- Perform continuous monitoring and analysis, using audit software and data‑analytics tools.
- Deliver executive‑level reports; present findings to the Executive Team and Board Audit Committee.
- Engage with regulators, industry bodies and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance and best practice.
- Mentor audit staff and contribute to the broader 3‑LoD team and internal audit strategy.
- Foster a data‑analytics strategy to increase audit insight and efficiency.
**Required Skills**
- Extensive internal or external audit experience in FCA/PRA‑regulated banking or fintech, covering Technology, Cyber and Resilience.
- Deep knowledge of PRA/FCA regulatory frameworks, internal audit standards (IIA, CIIA) and audit methodology.
- Strong relationship management, influencing, and negotiation skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation and written reporting ability.
- Proficiency in audit software, data‑analytics and continuous monitoring tools.
- High organisational skill, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight timelines.
- Understanding of AI, ML, RPA and associated risk, control and governance issues.
**Required Education & Certifications**
- Relevant bachelor’s degree (Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related).
- Professional audit or cybersecurity certification (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CISM, CIA) preferred.