IT Internal Audit Manager

Primary Details

Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: Employee

• Location: Sydney
• Type: Permanent, full time
• Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working
• Click here to discover what it's like to be a part of QBE Group

The opportunity

As the IT Internal Audit Manager you will be responsible for leading end-to-end internal audits focused on Technology and Cybersecurity. The successful candidate will ensure timely delivery of key milestones and outputs, conduct comprehensive risk assessments, perform controls testing, and contribute to the execution of the audit programme. Additionally, they will support the development of audit reports, providing clear insights and recommendations to stakeholders.

Your new role

• Lead end-to-end Technology and Cyber audit engagements, including developing audit scopes, timelines, engaging relevant stakeholders, and coordinating the delivery of key outputs.
• Ensure all audits are executed in full compliance with the Group Audit Manual, maintaining high standards and meeting agreed deadlines.
• Proactively source and analyse information to assess risks and design robust Audit Work Programs.
• Evaluate and conclude on the design and operational effectiveness of mitigating controls.
• Utilise approved tools—including TM+ audit application, templates, sampling methodologies, and data analytics—to conduct and document audit work effectively.
• Communicate audit findings clearly and collaborate with management to address control deficiencies, recommend remediation actions, and monitor follow-up progress.
• Draft audit issues and observations in line with GIA methodology and reporting standards for inclusion in final audit reports.
• Champion best practices and support new initiatives aimed at enhancing team efficiency and effectiveness, including coaching and mentoring junior team members.
• Undertake complex audits and reviews requiring advanced expertise and judgement.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to the implementation of the GIA strategy.

About you

To be successful as the IT Internal Audit Manager you will have extensive experience in Technology and Cyber audit and risk management within the financial services industry. You will also have:

• Tertiary degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, with relevant certifications in Technology or Cyber risk management / assurance (e.g. CISA, CISSP, CRISC).
• Additional specialist vendor certifications in Technology or Cybersecurity are highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of IT operational processes and technologies, including governance, strategy, architecture, application development, infrastructure/service management, and cybersecurity.
• Solid grasp of IT audit methodologies and familiarity with industry frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, ISO27001, and NIST.
• Experience conducting data analytics, with sound knowledge of IT industry trends, internal audit principles, and risk management practices.

About QBE

We can never really predict what's around the corner, but at QBE we're asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future – helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage. We're an international insurer that's building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner.

And our people will be at the centre of our success. We're proud to work together, and encourage each other enable resilience for our customers, our environment, our economies and our communities. With more than more than 13,000 people working across 27 countries, we're big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate and kind.

We believe this is our moment – what if it was yours too? Your career at QBE — let's make it happen

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:

• 'Hybrid Working' – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
• Life Leave, supporting the life events we all experience, leaving your annual leave for rest
• Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
• 18 weeks' gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super
• Voluntary super contributions and company matching
• Income protection insurance & reimbursed Death and Total Permanent Disability insurance premiums
• A range of discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and services

Rewards & Recognition

We value our employee's experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:

• 2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our program
• 2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards
• 2021 LinkedIn Top Employer & HRD Employer of Choice
• 2020 Best Workplace Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence Award for Best Health & Wellbeing at the Australian HR Awards
• Platinum employer on the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) – the definitive national benchmark on LGBTQI+ workplace inclusion
• Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates
• Family Friendly Workplace accredited employer since 2021

Apply now

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QBE recognise the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at

Skills:

Accounting, Analytical Thinking, Audit Management, Communication, Corporate Governance, Critical Thinking, Detail-Oriented, Financial Products, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Operations Management, Problem Solving, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Working IndependentlyApplication Close Date: 22/10/2025 11:59 PM

How to Apply:

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.