IT Audit Specialist

Who we are

We simplify wealth creation. Founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we’re here to help people trust themselves enough to build their financial freedom — for now and the future. Our user-friendly, trade-everything platform empowers both first-time investors and seasoned experts to invest in the cryptocurrencies, crypto indices, stocks*, precious metals and commodities* they want — with any sized budget, 24/7. Our global team works across different cultures and time zones, bringing our products to more than 6 million customers, making us one of Europe’s safest and most secure platforms that powers modern investing.

Headquartered in Austria but operating across Europe, our products are built by fast-moving, talented, “roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen” kind of people. It’s these diverse perspectives and innovative minds operating as ONE TEAM that keep Bitpanda at the cutting edge of our industry. So if you’re someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Let’s go!

Your mission

is to strengthen and mature our internal IT audit function and team. You will help improve our IT audit methodology and enhance Bitpanda’s overall approach to IT risk, shaping it according to the Bitpanda DNA. You are experienced in performing audits worldwide and with large-scaled Tech companies in either German or English language. You are dedicated to the mission of internal IT audit being an important contributor to the quality and safety of our products. Beside the IT audits, you are heavily involved in the product development process. Your sense for efficiency, focus on the regulatory requirements, and solutions drives and motivates you. You love to travel and easily adapt to new circumstances.

What you’ll do

Keeping the business safe by leading the execution of IT audits within the Bitpanda Group.

IT Audit execution : Conduct IT audits, focussing on compliance with MaRisk, DORA and relevant IT standards and frameworks. Participate in vendor audits particularly cloud service providers or as part of the Cloud Collaborative Audit Group (CCAG).

Stakeholder collaboration: Collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organisation to align on regulatory requirements, ensure the effectiveness of IT controls, and promote a culture of compliance.

Reporting : Draft high quality audit reports for review by audit management, facilitates finding tracking, and validates actions taken to remediate previous audit findings. Additionally support in preparing quarterly and annual management reporting.

Project Management: Manage and coordinate internal and external IT-related audits with collaboration of various stakeholders.

Who you are

Qualified Professional: Degree in business administration/economics, computer science, information technology or a related field. Beneficial are professional / industry recognised certifications (e.g. CISA, CIA, CISSP).

Financial Industry Expertise: IT Audit professional with a deep understanding of financial regulations, ideally knowledge of outsourcing/ICT service provider desired.

Effective Communicator: Confident appearance and strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate on all hierarchy levels. Fluent in both written and spoken English. Proficiency in German is a strong asset.

Dedicated Professional: A Self-driven, eager to learn and adapt to new standards, well organised team player with strong analytical skills and willing to travel on an occasional basis.

What’s in it for you

Flexibility to work where you thrive – Enjoy the freedom of our Hybrid working model, combining onsite collaboration and remote work, with an additional 25 days per year to work from a city or country of your choice.

Reward for your impact – Receive a competitive total compensation package aligned with Bitpanda’s pay-for-impact policy, including participation in our stock option plan.

Support for your mental wellbeing – Access confidential coaching, counselling, and mental health resources whenever you need them through OpenUP.

Time to recharge – Take extra time off to rest, reset, and recharge, with 3 additional days off in 2026 to prioritise your wellbeing.

Continuous learning and growth – Grow your skills and stay ahead in your career with unlimited access to Udemy’s library of online courses at your own pace.

Exclusive perks and rewards – Enjoy discounts, rewards, and perks from partners worldwide across lifestyle, wellness, tech, and travel.

Support during life milestones – Take advantage of our additional 8 weeks of gender-neutral new parent leave to welcome and bond with your new addition to the family.

Fuel and focus on-site – Pandas in Vienna, Bucharest, Barcelona, and Berlin can enjoy free onsite dining, with freshly prepared lunches and snacks to keep you fueled and focused all day long.

Recognition for your contributions – Celebrate milestones and achievements with recognition and rewards for your Tenure at Bitpanda.

Show your Bitpanda pride – Access exclusive Bitpanda-branded merchandise and gear to represent.

Connect and celebrate with your team – Join unforgettable company events, from our Winter Party in Vienna to gatherings worldwide, fostering fun, connection, and celebration

.…and even more location-specific benefits designed to make life at Bitpanda even more rewarding wherever you are.

Above all, you will have the opportunity to learn and grow as part of Bitpanda’s incredible journey towards being Europe’s future #1 investment platform.

Bitpanda is committed to fostering a fair and equal environment based on trust and mutual respect. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is paramount to our success and we are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

• These benefits may be adjusted at Bitpanda’s discretion and do not apply to our internships and exceptions to our Hybrid Working policy apply to teams with shift schedules or for folks whose roles require them to be in-office (think: Workplaces team or IT).

Qualifications: Experienced in performing audits worldwide, large-scaled Tech companies, English language proficiency, German language proficiency (strong asset), dedicated to internal IT audit, involved in product development process, sense for efficiency, focus on regulatory requirements, solutions-driven, willing to travel, Degree in business administration/economics, computer science, information technology or related field, CISA, CIA, CISSP (beneficial), deep understanding of financial regulations, knowledge of outsourcing/ICT service provider (desired), confident appearance, strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate on all hierarchy levels, self-driven, eager to learn, adaptable, well-organised team player, strong analytical skills, Hybrid working model