Director External Audit Engagement (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Director External Audit Engagement (Cybersecurity): Leading and managing external third-party audit engagements to assess and attest Fidelity’s cybersecurity control environment with an accent on compliance with industry-standard frameworks and regulatory requirements. Focus on coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring control effectiveness, and delivering unqualified audit reports.

Location: Hybrid with onsite presence every other week at Fidelity offices in the United States

Salary: $126,000–255,000 USD per year

Company

hirify.global is a leading financial services corporation specializing in investment management, retirement planning, and brokerage services.

What you will do

• Lead external audit engagements with independent third-party firms assessing cybersecurity controls.
• Ensure controls are designed and operating according to certification frameworks and procedures.
• Coordinate evidence gathering and resolve audit exceptions with product area teams.
• Oversee timely issuance of audit reports attesting to cybersecurity control environment.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Technology, Risk Analysis, and business units to support audit processes.
• Manage multiple priorities and communicate progress effectively across organizational levels.

Requirements

• Location: Hybrid work with onsite presence every other week in Fidelity offices in the US
• English: Proficient (B2) or higher
• 7+ years in IT assurance with Big 4 or similar audit firms and experience with Fortune 500 clients.
• Extensive knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks including SOC 1/2/3, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, HITRUST, PCI-DSS.
• Understanding of relevant laws and regulations such as HIPAA, GLBA, FFIEC, CFTC, GDPR.
• Strong project management, communication, and data analysis skills.

Nice to have

• Cybersecurity certifications.
• Prior experience in cybersecurity policy, operations, or IT risk roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in technology or computer science.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health care and emotional well-being support.
• Market-leading retirement plans and generous paid time off including parental leave.
• Charitable giving employee match program and educational assistance including student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement.
• Hybrid work model balancing onsite and remote work.