IT Audit Manager Jobs in California
IT Audit Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in financial services, technology, and healthcare across a market that ranges from early-career audit leads to senior directors overseeing enterprise risk programs. The largest hiring metros are San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Jose, where employers like Wells Fargo, Kaiser Permanente, and Deloitte maintain significant audit and compliance operations. The most in-demand specialties are IT general controls, SOX compliance, and cybersecurity audit. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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As an IT Risk Manager, you will get the opportunity to grow and contribute to our clients' business needs by helping them understand their business risks and assist in addressing risk in both proactive and responsive contexts for the Risk, Compliance & Controls Practice – all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel. You’ll collaborate with teams to execute and report on risk management, internal control and internal audit engagements that develop, assess, or improve the design and operating effectiveness of IT risk management and internal control activities.
From day one, you’ll be empowered by the greater Risk team to help clients make the moves that will help them achieve their vision and help you achieve more, confidently.
Your day-to-day may include:
- Perform engagement management responsibilities, including performance reviews, task delegation, project scheduling, project economics and financials, quality review and client management
- Manage business development activities, such as proposals, capture, account teams, whitepapers, conferences, and/or other thought leadership material
- Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality
- Understand and manage firm risk on audits and proposals
- Working with organizations to identify and manage IT risks within their strategy execution model.
- Assist clients in applying key frameworks such as COBIT, NIST & ISO
- Developing IT components with enterprise risk management programs
- Leading IT risk assessments ranging from internal audits, system implementations and specialized IT areas (security, basis, access provisioning, etc.)
- Leading and executing IT audits and IT SOX engagements
- Apply current knowledge of IT trends and systems processes to identify security and risk management issues
- Manage the evaluation and testing of IT processes, system controls and identification of areas of risk
- Manage internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing engagements for clients
- Meet or exceed targeted billing hours (utilization) and meet or exceed sales targets for new and follow-on work
- Work closely with Grant Thornton managers and partners to promptly identify and resolve client concerns
- Manage, develop, train, and mentor staff on projects, assess performance for engagement and year-end reviews
- Interview campus and/or experienced candidates
- Other duties as assigned
You have the following technical skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, MIS, or a related field is required
- Minimum 6 years of related work experience in a similar consulting practice or function servicing cross-industry clients at a national level
- Certification required, CIA,CISA, CISSP, CISM, CPA license/certification preferred
- Experience performing technology risk assessments and audits, operational internal audits, and process control reviews and strong familiarity with IIA’s Standards
- Expertise in one or more of the following: access control software, security architecture and administration, Internet use/firewalls, network security awareness and enforcement, security policies and standards, database security auditing, operating systems (Windows, UNIX, AS400)
- Strong experience in staff and audit management in an integrated client service team
- Exceptional client service, communication, analytical, organizational and project management skills
- Ability to execute multiple engagements and completing priorities in a rapidly growing team environment
- Strong leadership, business development, recruiting, training, coaching, and mentoring skills
- Can travel as needed
The base salary range for this position is between $138,000 and $172,500. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job -related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
As an IT Risk Manager, you will get the opportunity to grow and contribute to our clients' business needs by helping them understand their business risks and assist in addressing risk in both proactive and responsive contexts for the Risk, Compliance & Controls Practice – all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel. You’ll collaborate with teams to execute and report on risk management, internal control and internal audit engagements that develop, assess, or improve the design and operating effectiveness of IT risk management and internal control activities.
From day one, you’ll be empowered by the greater Risk team to help clients make the moves that will help them achieve their vision and help you achieve more, confidently.
Your day-to-day may include:
- Perform engagement management responsibilities, including performance reviews, task delegation, project scheduling, project economics and financials, quality review and client management
- Manage business development activities, such as proposals, capture, account teams, whitepapers, conferences, and/or other thought leadership material
- Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality
- Understand and manage firm risk on audits and proposals
- Working with organizations to identify and manage IT risks within their strategy execution model.
- Assist clients in applying key frameworks such as COBIT, NIST & ISO
- Developing IT components with enterprise risk management programs
- Leading IT risk assessments ranging from internal audits, system implementations and specialized IT areas (security, basis, access provisioning, etc.)
- Leading and executing IT audits and IT SOX engagements
- Apply current knowledge of IT trends and systems processes to identify security and risk management issues
- Manage the evaluation and testing of IT processes, system controls and identification of areas of risk
- Manage internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing engagements for clients
- Meet or exceed targeted billing hours (utilization) and meet or exceed sales targets for new and follow-on work
- Work closely with Grant Thornton managers and partners to promptly identify and resolve client concerns
- Manage, develop, train, and mentor staff on projects, assess performance for engagement and year-end reviews
- Interview campus and/or experienced candidates
- Other duties as assigned
You have the following technical skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, MIS, or a related field is required
- Minimum 6 years of related work experience in a similar consulting practice or function servicing cross-industry clients at a national level
- Certification required, CIA,CISA, CISSP, CISM, CPA license/certification preferred
- Experience performing technology risk assessments and audits, operational internal audits, and process control reviews and strong familiarity with IIA’s Standards
- Expertise in one or more of the following: access control software, security architecture and administration, Internet use/firewalls, network security awareness and enforcement, security policies and standards, database security auditing, operating systems (Windows, UNIX, AS400)
- Strong experience in staff and audit management in an integrated client service team
- Exceptional client service, communication, analytical, organizational and project management skills
- Ability to execute multiple engagements and completing priorities in a rapidly growing team environment
- Strong leadership, business development, recruiting, training, coaching, and mentoring skills
- Can travel as needed
The base salary range for this position is between $138,000 and $172,500. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job -related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
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- Investment & Asset Management
- Accounting & Auditing
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Technology & Software
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in IT audit manager jobs across California.
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) credential required or strongly preferred by most California employers
- Bachelor's degree in information systems, accounting, computer science, or a related field
- Five or more years of IT audit or related internal audit experience in a regulated environment
- Demonstrated experience with SOX compliance, IT general controls, and risk assessment frameworks
- Familiarity with frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, or ISO 27001 and cloud audit methodologies
- Strong communication skills and experience presenting audit findings to senior leadership and audit committees
IT Audit Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a it audit manager in California?
Most it audit managers in California start with a bachelor's degree in information systems, accounting, or computer science, then build several years of hands-on audit experience before moving into a management role. The Certified Information Systems Auditor credential, administered by ISACA, is the most widely recognized qualification and is expected by most California employers at the manager level. California does not require a state-issued license specific to IT auditing, so the CISA and a strong internal audit background are the clearest hiring signals.
How much do IT audit managers make in California?
IT audit managers in California earn a median of about $97,050 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,770 for the lowest 10% to over $160,520 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire it audit managers in California?
Employers hiring it audit managers in California right now include Grant Thornton, Coinbase, and PwC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of major financial institutions, health systems, and technology companies means demand is spread across multiple industries rather than a single sector.
Which California cities have the most it audit manager jobs?
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Newport Beach account for the largest share of it audit manager openings in California. San Francisco and San Jose lead because of the density of regulated financial institutions, enterprise technology companies, and large public corporations with internal audit obligations, while Los Angeles draws demand from entertainment, healthcare, and financial services firms headquartered or regionally based there.
Are there remote it audit manager jobs in California?
Yes, and more than many comparable management roles. About 69% of it audit manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based and analytical nature of the work. Audit planning, documentation review, and stakeholder reporting are the parts of the role most commonly done remotely, while fieldwork and control walkthroughs often still require on-site access.
How can I get hired as a it audit manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as an IT auditor or internal audit associate at a large California financial institution, health system, or public accounting firm, then building toward a manager title over several years. Firms like the major audit practices with California offices regularly hire associates without prior audit experience if candidates hold a relevant degree and are pursuing the CISA. Lateral moves from IT compliance analyst, information security analyst, or internal controls roles are common stepping stones, and completing even one section of the CISA exam signals seriousness to California hiring teams.
Where can I find and apply to it audit manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to it audit manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and target location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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