Position: Auditor
Experience: 2 to 3 years
Location: Chennai, India
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
Audit Planning & Execution
- Develop and implement audit plans aligned with ISO (ISO 27001, etc), SOC 2, GDPR, NIST Framework, ITIL, and internal audit standards.
- Conduct risk-based assessments and gap analyses to identify potential compliance issues.
- Lead and execute internal audits, external audits, and third-party audits, ensuring adherence to industry regulations.
- Evaluate IT controls, security frameworks, and risk management practices in alignment with ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, NIST and ITIL best practices.
- Perform evidence gathering, documentation review, process assessments, and audit reporting.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure organizational compliance with ISO standards, SOC 2, ITIL, GDPR, NIST and other regulatory requirements.
- Identify and mitigate risks by implementing control measures and recommending corrective actions.
- Maintain audit trails, documentation, and risk registers to ensure transparency and regulatory adherence.
- Monitor and evaluate information security, data privacy, and IT governance controls.
Reporting & Stakeholder Management
- Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, recommendations, and remediation plans.
- Present audit outcomes to senior management, risk committees, and external regulators.
- Work closely with IT, security, compliance, and operations teams to implement audit recommendations.
- Provide guidance on policy development, compliance improvements, and best practices.
- Stay updated with industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks in ISO, SOC 2, ITIL, GDPR, NIST and internal audit domains.
- Conduct training and awareness sessions on compliance, risk management, and best practices.
- Contribute to process improvements and automation of audit and compliance processes.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Technical & Professional Skills
- ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST, SOC 2, ITIL, and internal audit expertise.
- Strong understanding of risk management, IT governance, security frameworks, and compliance programs.
- Experience with audit tools, GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) platforms, and ITSM frameworks.
- Knowledge of cloud security, IT operations, data privacy laws, and cybersecurity best practices.
Certifications (Preferred)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- SOC 2 Implementation Certification
- ITIL Foundation Certification
Soft Skills
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication, reporting, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to work independently and lead audit teams/projects.
- Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to compliance and risk mitigation.
Education
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, or a related field.
- Additional certifications in audit, compliance, or security frameworks are a plus.
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Performance-based incentives
- Health and wellness benefits
- Professional development and certification sponsorship