The Senior Audit Manager is within the AI Technology, Cyber, Data and GenAI Engineering team and is a senior level management position, reporting to the Audit Director – AI Technology, Cyber, Data and GenAI Engineering, with an overall objective to execute audit activities and assessments of the risk and control environment for the adoption of AI/GenAI, specifically related to AI Technology, Cyber, Data and GenAI Engineering.
This role will primarily focus on AI Technology, Cyber, Data and GenAI Engineering with the overall objective of this role to ensure that Citi Internal Audit’s approach to AI to position Citi IA as the leading IA function in the financial services industry.
Citi IA is a dynamic global function of over 2,500 professionals located across more than 60 countries, covering Citi's global businesses and service to clients and customers through its network in 98 countries. Through a culture of continuous improvement, Citi IA is focused on maintaining its position as a best-in-class IA function and is committed to investing in people, learning and development, innovation, and methodology programs. The Internal Audit mission is to provide independent, objective, reliable, valued and timely assurance to the Board, senior management and regulators of Citigroup and Citibank (and its subsidiaries), over the effectiveness of culture, ethical conduct, governance, risk management, and controls that mitigate current and evolving risks and to enhance the control environment. IA is a change agent within Citi to enhance the control culture of Citigroup worldwide and therefore support senior management decision making around the globe.
Citi operates in over 100 countries and provides consumers, corporations, governments, and institutions with a broad range of financial services and products. Citi strives to create the best outcomes for clients and customers with financial ingenuity that leads to solutions that are simple, creative, and responsive.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver audit reports, Internal Audit and Regulatory issue validation and business monitoring and governance committee reports relating to AI Technology, Cyber, Data and GenAI Engineering
- Act as a trusted subject matter experts on AI Technology, Cyber, Data and GenAI Engineering across the IA team
- Oversight of portfolios within the AI Technology, Cyber, Data and GenAI Engineering team including stakeholder engagement, assessment of key emerging and inherent risks, etc
- Participate in business initiatives and pro-actively advise and assist the business on change initiatives
- Implement integrated auditing concepts and technology, and follow trends in the Audit field and adapt them for the Audit function
- Identify solutions for a variety of complex and unique control issues, utilizing complex judgement and sophisticated analytical thought
- Analyse report findings, and recommend interventions where needed, proposing creative and pragmatic solutions to risk and control issues
- Partner with Directors and Managing Directors to develop approaches for addressing broader corporate emerging issues
- Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behaviour, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a related role
- Sound understanding in AI Technology, Cyber, Data and GenAI Engineering
- Understanding of GenAI security, data and operational architecture
- Understanding of financial services regulations and how they intersect with AI/GenAI e.g. conduct risk, operational resilience, data protection, algorithmic trading, AML/KYC, consumer protection
- Related certifications such as Certified Information Systems (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified in Risk and Information Systems (CRISC) or similar. AI-related certifications are a plus
- Demonstrated successful experience in business, functional and people management
- Proven ability to execute concurrently on a portfolio of high quality deliverables according to strict timetables
- Demonstrated ability to implement continuous improvement and innovation in audit tools and techniques
- Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
- Demonstrated ability to remain unbiased in a diverse working environment
- Effective negotiation skills
Education
- Bachelor’s degree/University degree in decision science, computer science, data science, finance, accounting or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Master’s degree preferred
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Job Family Group:
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Job Family:
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Time Type:
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Primary Location:
New York New York United States------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$163,600.00 - $245,400.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
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Most Relevant Skills
Control Monitoring, Data Analysis, Industry Knowledge, Issue Management, Laws and Regulations, Professional Standards, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis.------------------------------------------------------
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For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.------------------------------------------------------
Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Dec 24, 2025------------------------------------------------------
Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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