Senior Director – Internal Audit, Processes & Systems

Atlantic Union Bank

Senior Director leading risk-based internal audit strategy for Atlantic Union Bank. Overseeing audit teams, controls, compliance, analytics, and executive-level risk reporting.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeRichmond • Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $172,300 - $376,510 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates mastery in internal audit leadership, risk management, and compliance within a regulated financial services environment. Proficient in utilizing data analytics and technology-enabled audit techniques to enhance audit planning and execution.

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Leadership ExperienceRisk ManagementInternal Audit StandardsData AnalyticsProfessional Certification

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Hard Skills

Risk-Based Audit PlanningSystems AuditingFinancial Transaction MonitoringGovernance EvaluationOperational Process EvaluationCompliance AssuranceAudit ReportingControl FrameworksCybersecurity AwarenessEmerging Risk Assessment

Soft Skills

Tact and DiplomacyRelationship BuildingCommunication SkillsTeam DevelopmentPerformance Management

Tools & Technologies

Audit MethodologyData Analytics ToolsAI in AuditingTechnology-Enabled Audit Techniques

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIACISACRCM

Industry Keywords

Regulated Financial ServicesBanking RegulationsRegulatory Examination ProcessesInternal Control FrameworksProfessional Internal Audit Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape the future of Internal Audit by setting strategy and leading high-performing teams
Ensure risk-based audit coverage across the enterprise
Partner with executive leadership, business leaders, external auditors, and regulators
Provide independent assurance over governance, risk management, controls, and compliance
Examine, evaluate, and report on financial, operational, and managerial processes, systems, and outcomes
Monitor and review processes and operations
Monitor and review financial transactions
Conduct systems auditing, including IT systems audits and information security evaluations
Prepare audit reporting for external auditors, regulatory authorities, and joint venture partners
Set direction for multiple audit teams and promote a high-performance culture
Ensure audit work is delivered with quality, independence, objectivity, and professional skepticism
Contribute to internal audit risk assessment and develop and execute a risk-based audit plan
Monitor emerging risks and oversee audit issue validation and follow-up
Communicate thematic trends, control concerns, and remediation progress to executive leadership and governance committees
Build and maintain relationships with Line of Business stakeholders, executive leadership, and regulators
Manage and develop senior managers and managers, build succession depth, and set performance expectations
Support continuous improvement of audit methodology, tools, data analytics, and AI use
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree required; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Typically requires mastery level knowledge and skills within the assigned discipline
Typically requires 12+ years prior leadership experience
Advanced management and leadership knowledge to lead multiple job areas
Active professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CISA and/or CRCM required
Ability to interact with executive management, the Board of Directors, external auditors and regulatory agencies with tact and diplomacy
Experience in a regulated financial services environment is strongly desired
Familiarity with banking regulations, regulatory examination processes, risk management expectations, internal control frameworks, and professional internal audit standards
Ability to incorporate data analytics, technology-enabled audit techniques, cybersecurity awareness, third-party risk considerations, and emerging risks such as artificial intelligence, automation, and digital transformation into audit planning and execution is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Paid time off
Retirement savings through a 401(k) plan
Wellness resources
Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive compensation, bonuses, or other variable compensation for eligible positions, subject to applicable plans and performance criteria