Blackstone Internal Audit (BXIA) AVP – Technology Audit in London

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. Blackstone seeks to deliver compelling returns for institutional and individual investors by strengthening the companies in which the firm invests. Blackstone’s over $1.3 trillion in assets under management include global investment strategies focused on real estate, private equity, credit, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, secondaries and hedge funds.

Blackstone Internal Audit provides independent assurance to executive management and the Blackstone Audit Committee regarding the effectiveness of the Firm’s governance, risk management, and internal control processes. We are seeking a highly motivated AVP to join our Technology Audit team to lead and execute risk-based audits, and serve as a key point of contact for regional technology stakeholders and audit colleagues. The role offers broad exposure across the Blackstone technology platform and exposure to key areas, including investment and asset management, risk management, operations, finance, and compliance.

• Audit Planning & Execution: Lead risk assessment and planning processes; contribute to the design and execution of technology audit work programs; and perform risk-based audits of systems, applications, infrastructure (including cloud), and IT processes across Blackstone's global businesses.
• Controls Testing & Documentation: Identify and evaluate key controls, test design and operating effectiveness, document results, identify findings, and develop corrective actions that mitigate risk, drive efficiency, and add value.
• Integrated Audits: Partner with and guide business auditors on integrated audits – mapping IT systems and data flows to business processes, identifying technology risks and control gaps, and translating technical findings into clear business impact.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build relationships with technology and business stakeholders; understand their operating and risk environments and serve as a trusted point of contact for regional technology risk matters.
• Innovation & Industry Awareness: Identify opportunities to drive audit efficiency through automation, AI, and data analytics; stay current with evolving technology trends, regulatory and industry developments.
• Departmental Initiatives: Lead and participate in department-wide strategic initiatives and special projects.

Blackstone seeks to hire individuals who are highly motivated, intelligently curious, and have demonstrated excellence in their prior endeavors. The ideal candidate will bring a genuine passion for technology, a self-starter mentality, and the drive to independently research and solve complex problems. Strong communication, project management, and attention to detail are equally as important as technical expertise. Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Experienced: 7+ years in IT Audit, or technology risk, ideally within financial services or a Big Four firm.
• Technically Proficient: Familiarity with key technology domains (e.g., infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud, AI) and control frameworks (e.g., NIST, ITIL, COBIT), with exposure to EMEA and/or APAC regulatory environments a plus.
• Curious & Self-Directed: Genuine passion for technology and a self-starter mentality; independently researches emerging trends, takes initiative, and operates with a high degree of autonomy and sound judgment.
• Integrity-Driven: Committed to the highest personal and professional standards.
• Analytically Sound: Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills; data analytics experience a plus.
• Interpersonally Skilled: Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical topics clearly and influence and engage senior stakeholders across global teams.
• Educated: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field. CISA preferred; cloud or security certifications (e.g., CISM, CISSP, AWS, Azure) a plus.

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

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If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).