IT / Cyber Security Internal Audit Manager

at  BDO Ireland

BDO Ireland is in search of a dynamic IT Internal Audit Manager who is eager to embrace a fresh challenge within our innovative and forward-looking Risk and Advisory Services Department.
The successful candidate will take on a key role in overseeing and advancing teams dedicated to conducting cyber security controls assessments. This position involves providing guidance to clients on managing their cyber risk and spearheading internal audit initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee teams responsible for conducting cyber security controls assessments.
• Advise clients on their cyber risk profile through internal audit initiatives.
• Offer specialized knowledge in cyber risk, staying abreast of the threat landscape, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Performing independent and objective IT internal control procedure reviews.
• Work with Partners and Directors to oversee delivery of a complex portfolio of IT audits.
• Identify prospects for improving service delivery and offering supplementary services to clients.
• Business development, leveraging experience in consultancy/advisory services.
• Display proficiency in presentation skills and engage proactively in client interactions.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 4+ years IT / Cyber Security audit or consulting experience, internal audit or IT audit within a consulting firm.
• Demonstrated interest, training, experience, or certification (e.g., CISM, CISA, CISSP etc.) in cyber security is highly advantageous.
• Robust technical foundation supporting comprehension of controls (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), IT Governance Risk and Compliance (consultancy experience), security reviews.
• Knowledge of regulatory landscape (CBI guidelines, NIS2, DORA, GDPR).
• Proven capability to establish enduring relationships and networks with team members and clients.
• Track record of managing teams with a dedication to fostering the development of oneself and others.
• Experience in a consultancy/advisory service.
• Proficiency in business development skills and a history of contributing to organizational growth.
• Comfortable with presentation skills.

Benefits

Income

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus scheme
• Enhanced benefit allowance
• Travel Green Allowance Voucher
• Mobile phone
• Employee referral scheme – “refer a friend”.
• Income protection
• Pension scheme

Health

• Permanent Health Insurance (Income Protection)
• Digi Doc
• Group health schemes
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• CSR, Sports and Social and Wellness Committees
• On site gym

Career

• Career Progression
• BDO Learning & Development programme
• Coverage of professional subscription

Leave

• Together Anywhere Leave
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Adoptive Leave Increase

Location

• Free breakfast every day
• State of the art office
• Central location
• On site café
• On site complementary barista

About BDO Ireland
As part of the fifth largest global professional services firm, BDO stands as a leading force in Ireland’s accountancy, tax, advisory, and consulting realm. Working with us fuels your career’s purpose at every turn, offering unmatched breadth, quality, responsibility, and AI exposure.
BDO Ireland is a key player in the international BDO network—the world’s largest European-led accounting group. With an excellent partner-to-staff ratio, our 91,054 experts collaborate with clients, delivering impactful advice from 1,658 locations across 167 countries.
At BDO, we prioritise how we treat our people—colleagues and clients alike. Our international recognition for a mindful and compassionate company culture reflects our commitment to placing individuals at the heart of all we pursue.

• Oversee teams responsible for conducting cyber security controls assessments.
• Advise clients on their cyber risk profile through internal audit initiatives.
• Offer specialized knowledge in cyber risk, staying abreast of the threat landscape, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Performing independent and objective IT internal control procedure reviews.
• Work with Partners and Directors to oversee delivery of a complex portfolio of IT audits.
• Identify prospects for improving service delivery and offering supplementary services to clients.
• Business development, leveraging experience in consultancy/advisory services.
• Display proficiency in presentation skills and engage proactively in client interactions