Audit Executive

Audit Executives partner with the C-Suite on strategic development and planning of audit-related matters.

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Common Feeder Functional Areas Information SecurityManagement Cybersecurity Consulting Privacy Engineering IT Risk Consulting Privacy Management AuditExecutive US$183kAverage Annual Salary ExecutiveLevel Privacy Executive IT Govenance Security Executive Risk Executive DIRECTLY RELATED ROLE Chief Audit Executive
Information Security Management Cybersecurity Consulting Privacy Engineering IT Risk Consulting Privacy Management Privacy Executive Security Executive Risk Executive IT Govenance Common Feeder Functional Areas Chief Audit Executive DIRECTLY RELATED ROLE AuditExecutive US$183kAverage Annual Salary ExecutiveLevel

Employer requirements for Audit Executive roles

According to market employment data, these are the most prominent business skills required to excel in the Audit Executive area and requested by employers:

  • Leadership
  • Management
  • Communication
  • Risk Management
  • Cybersecurity
  • Auditing
  • Operations
  • Security Policies
  • Incident Response

Audit Executive roles generally require an undergraduate degree.

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AAIA—Advanced in AI Auditing

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Get expert guidance, research policies and procedures to stay ahead of the curve in your IT audit career.
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Find an ISACA chapter near you and connect with other professionals in your field. ISACA has over 200 chapters worldwide, offering a variety of benefits to members, including networking, education, and career development opportunities.
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Member-Exclusive Leadership Series

Grow your leadership skills with member-exclusive access to expert-led events. Earn free CPE while learning to lead yourself, others, and your organization with confidence.
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Attend an upcoming ISACA conference to build skills and earn CPEs. Learn from global experts and engage with the IS/IT community through dynamic sessions.

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