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Senior Director - IT Audit,
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Michael Podemski, CISM,CDPSE,CRISC,CISA,AAIA

Senior Director - IT Audit,
Aon

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As a Senior IT Audit Director, I lead the transformation of IT audit into a strategic, tech-enabled function that delivers real-time assurance and advisory impact. With a proven track record across global, complex environments, I specialize in building and scaling IT Audit Centers of Excellence that integrate cybersecurity, AI, cloud, and data analytics into every aspect of audit delivery. My leadership philosophy is centered on empowering the next generation of IT audit practitioners, digitally fluent professionals who bridge the gap between technology risk and business value. I drive innovation through agile, risk-based approaches, enabling the audit function to be a trusted advisor and early-warning system across the enterprise. Key strengths include: • Designing integrated audit strategies that align to NIST CSF, CSA CCM, and emerging AI governance frameworks. • Building a data-driven audit culture using tools like Microsoft Copilot, Power BI, and Power Automate. • Leading assurance over cloud-native environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), SaaS ecosystems, and DevSecOps pipelines. • Leveraging automation, analytics, and innovation to enhance audit execution, increase agility, and drive continuous improvement. I collaborate closely with my colleagues in Internal Audit and leadership across cybersecurity, IT, and operations to ensure that IT audit is not only effective but a force multiplier for operational excellence and digital trust. Additionally, I serve on the board of ISACA® Chicago (Illinois, USA) Chapter, contributing to event planning, academic relations, mentoring, and certification review courses. Let’s connect if you’re leading digital transformation, advancing audit innovation, or building high-impact risk capabilities.

ISACA Certification

  • AAIA
  • CDPSE
  • CISA
  • CISM
  • CRISC

Areas of Interest

  • Audit & Assurance
  • COBIT
  • Emerging Technologies
  • Infosecurity/cybersecurity
  • Privacy
  • Risk

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