Senior Manager, Technology within Global Audit & Risk Management

This position is designated as a hybrid role based out of our headquarters near Portland, Oregon. The current expectation is for employees to work onsite four days per week, subject to change based on business needs. This in-office requirement may be adjusted at the discretion of the company.

OUTGROWN YOUR OWN BACKYARD? COME PLAY IN OURS.

At Columbia, we’re as passionate about the outdoors as you are. And while our gear is available worldwide, we’re proud to be based in the Pacific Northwest, where natural wonders are our playground.  

Every product we make and every task we undertake is inspired by the famous words of our founder Gert Boyle: “It’s perfect. Now make it better.” As pioneers of relentless improvement, we are constantly evolving. 

We believe the outdoors is ours to protect and strive to keep our planet healthy. We believe in empowering people to experience the outdoors to the fullest.  

And we believe in you.  

ABOUT THE POSITION 

Columbia Sportswear’s Global Audit & Risk Management team partners with leaders across the enterprise to protect and enhance company value through world-class risk management, audit, and advisory services. As Senior Manager, Technology – Global Audit & Risk Management, you will lead efforts to assess and strengthen Columbia’s technology risk posture, delivering independent, objective evaluations that help anticipate and mitigate technology-related risks and accelerate opportunities.

This role reports to the Senior Director of Internal Audit & Enterprise Risk Management and serves as a trusted advisor to senior executives and the Board of Directors, providing insight and recommendations that strengthen governance and enable informed decision-making. You will play a key role in shaping the Global Audit & Risk Management strategic vision and objectives, ensuring best-in-class service and performance.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE 

• Lead Technology Risk Assessment & Planning: Drive annual risk assessments and audit planning to proactively identify and facilitate mitigation of emerging technology and cybersecurity threats across global operations.
• Champion Enterprise Risk Management: Collaborate with senior leadership to identify and prioritize enterprise technology risks and facilitate effective mitigation strategies aligned with overall enterprise strategic objectives.
• Advise on Emerging Technologies: Serve as a trusted advisor on AI, cloud, and digital commerce risks and opportunities, enabling safe adoption of cutting-edge innovations.
• Deliver High-Impact Audits: Plan and execute audits including cybersecurity, IT governance, cloud platforms, third-party systems, identity and access management, data privacy, and system development.
• Evaluate Technology Environment Against Leading Frameworks: Evaluate technology controls against leading frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, COBIT, CIS Controls) and best-practices to ensure technology resilience.
• Evaluate and Advance Technology Maturity: Perform strategic assessments the organization’s technology environment against leading frameworks—such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, COBIT, and CIS Controls—and recognized best practices to enhance security posture and drive operational resilience.
• Influence Project Governance: Assess project governance, change management, and system development methodologies real time to mitigate risk throughout the lifecycle.
• Communicate with Impact: Present clear, impactful findings and recommendations to senior leadership, driving timely remediation and strengthening risk posture.
• Lead and Inspire: Drive excellence in Global Audit & Risk Management by implementing leading practices, fostering high-performance delivery and culture, and serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Build Future Leaders: Inspire and develop audit staff and external partners, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Promote Integrity: Uphold the Global Internal Audit Standards and promote a culture of integrity across the organization.

YOU ARE 

• A strategic thinker with strong business acumen
• A trusted advisor who can influence senior leadership
• Collaborative and skilled at building relationships across functions
• Detail-oriented with a passion for continuous improvement
• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced global environment
• A leader who inspires and develops talent

YOU HAVE 

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field; or a business-related degree with significant IT risk management experience
• 10+ years of progressive experience in technology audit, risk management, cybersecurity, or compliance
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles and IT control frameworks (NIST, ISO, COBIT)
• Familiarity with operating systems, databases, cloud platforms, enterprise architecture, and digital commerce risk considerations
• Professional certification such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CIA or CPA
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and project management skills

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This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company. 

Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.

At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community. Benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services). In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available.

If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.