IT Audit Lead - Banking Risk & Controls

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Crowe is seeking a senior IT General Controls, IT Audit, and IT Risk Consulting professional to lead engagements for banking-industry clients. You will plan engagements, manage staff, review workpapers, conduct fieldwork, and prepare written reports.

The role focuses on strengthening internal controls, COSO/COBIT alignment, and value-driven recommendations for financial institutions. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree with relevant certifications (CISA, CISSP, CPA, CIA) and 5+ years'

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required for the position.
• 5+ years' experience in financial institutions, Big 4 or equivalent, or regulatory supervision.
• Understanding of COSO and COBIT internal control frameworks.
• Knowledge of audit methodologies and key internal audit deliverables.
• Experience with IT general controls, IT application controls, and test workpapers.
• Progressive responsibilities including supervising and reviewing others' work.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Preferred: exposure to large financial institutions ($100B+).
• Networking and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT General Controls, IT Audit, and IT Risk Consulting engagements for banking-industry clients.
• Plan engagements and manage staff, including reviewing workpapers and providing feedback and guidance.
• Conduct fieldwork and prepare workpapers supporting conclusions.
• Discuss findings with client management and prepare written reports.
• Advise clients on improving and optimizing internal controls.
• Enhance and transform internal audit approaches and methodologies.
• Perform risk assessments and provide value-added recommendations.
• Lead teams, guide project execution, and deepen client relationships.

Skills

IT General Controls

IT Audit

Risk Consulting

Education

CISA

CISSP

CPA

CIA

Job description

Crowe is seeking a senior IT General Controls, IT Audit, and IT Risk Consulting professional to lead engagements for banking-industry clients. You will plan engagements, manage staff, review workpapers, conduct fieldwork, and prepare written reports.

The role focuses on strengthening internal controls, COSO/COBIT alignment, and value-driven recommendations for financial institutions. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree with relevant certifications (CISA, CISSP, CPA, CIA) and 5+ years'