Associate Manager

About the Role

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is seeking an Associate Manager, Standards & Professional Guidance, AI to help develop practical, forward-looking professional guidance at the intersection of internal audit, artificial intelligence, technology, governance, and risk. This role may be a strong fit for an early-career professional, recent graduate, internal auditor, IT auditor, technology auditor, technology risk professional, cybersecurity professional, risk professional, or AI governance specialist.

Position Summary

In this role, you will research emerging technologies and translate complex topics—including generative AI, large language models (LLMs), agentic AI, automation, AI governance, AI risk, and auditing AI—into practical guidance, thought leadership, and educational resources for internal audit professionals worldwide. You will collaborate with global subject matter experts, volunteer leaders, and internal teams to develop technical guidance, articles, presentations, webinars, and other professional resources. You do not need to be an AI engineer or data scientist. We are looking for someone with a foundation in audit, risk, governance, technology, AI, or a related discipline who is curious about emerging technologies and can translate complex topics into clear, practical guidance for professional audiences.

Work Arrangement

• Hybrid position based in Lake Mary, Florida.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and maintenance of AI-focused professional guidance and supplemental resources within the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF®).
• Research emerging AI technologies, risks, controls, governance practices, and trends relevant to internal audit.
• Explore topics such as generative AI, LLMs, agentic AI, automation, AI governance, AI risk management, responsible AI, and approaches to auditing AI.
• Translate complex AI, technology, governance, and risk concepts into practical guidance for internal audit professionals.
• Collaborate with global subject matter experts, internal auditors, technology professionals, volunteers, and cross-functional teams.
• Identify emerging risks, controls, and audit considerations associated with AI and other technologies.
• Conduct research and analysis to support professional guidance, thought leadership, and strategic initiatives.
• Develop and review presentations, articles, webinars, conference materials, training content, and other professional resources.
• Respond to member and stakeholder inquiries related to AI, governance, risk, controls, and auditing practices.
• Monitor developments across internal audit, AI governance, technology risk, and cybersecurity to identify opportunities for new or updated professional guidance.
• Support project coordination and knowledge management for AI-related initiatives.
• Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement initiatives that advance AI knowledge across the internal audit profession.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, AI tools, collaboration platforms, and standard business applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Auditing, Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• Relevant knowledge or experience in internal audit, IT audit, technology risk, cybersecurity, governance, risk management, compliance, AI governance, artificial intelligence, automation, or a related area.
• Knowledge of or demonstrated interest in AI and emerging technology topics such as generative AI, large language models (LLMs), AI governance, AI risk, automation, or related technologies.
• Understanding of audit, governance, risk, controls, assurance, technology, or related concepts.
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex topics and identify practical implications.
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to translate technical or complex concepts into clear, useful content for professional audiences.
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with subject matter experts, volunteers, and cross-functional stakeholders.

Early-Career Candidates: Recent graduates and early-career professionals are encouraged to apply. Relevant academic research, certifications, project-based work, and hands-on experience in internal audit, technology, risk, cybersecurity, AI, or related areas will be considered.