IT Audit Senior

AXIS Capital; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 84,200 - 146,600; Full time

Job summary

AXIS Capital, a trusted global provider of specialty insurance and reinsurance, seeks an IT risk and audit professional to help strengthen governance and controls across technology platforms. You will assess emerging technology risks, lead audit engagements, and evaluate AI data governance and model controls.

Based in the United States, you will collaborate across Technology and business units, leverage data analytics to improve procedures, and ensure compliance with standards such as NYDFS,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, computer science, information systems, or related field.
• Three years of experience in the audit department of a public company or with an audit firm.
• CISA or CIA certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments for IT process areas, including emerging technology risks.
• Lead and execute technology-focused audit engagements.
• Evaluate governance, risk management, and control frameworks for AI and data-driven solutions.
• Assess design and operating effectiveness of controls, including AI model controls.
• Prepare and review audit workpapers per IIA Standards.
• Support SOX IT controls testing.
• Identify and communicate control deficiencies and emerging risks to management.
• Monitor risks related to technology investments and system implementations.
• Build relationships across Technology and business functions.
• Leverage data analytics to enhance audit procedures.
• Communicate audit status clearly, in writing and verbally.
• Prepare concise audit reports for senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrate knowledge of NYDFS, DORA, CSA & NIST frameworks.

Skills

Strong negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Strong communication skills

Self-starter

Data analytics

Copilot experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, computer science, information systems or related field

CISA or CIA certification

Tools

Azure

Salesforce

Oracle

SQL

Job description

AXIS Capital is a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance, known for outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk‑adjusted returns. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a disciplined, ethical, and inclusive culture that values innovation across technology and business functions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments for IT process areas, including emerging technology risks
• Lead and execute technology‑focused audit engagements
• Evaluate governance, risk management, and control frameworks, including those supporting AI and data‑driven solutions
• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls, including controls over AI models, data inputs, and outputs (e.g., bias, explainability, and compliance considerations)
• Prepare and review audit workpapers in accordance with IIA Standards
• Support Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) IT controls testing
• Identify and communicate control deficiencies and emerging risks, including AI‑related risks, to management
• Monitor and assess key risks associated with strategic technology investments and system implementations, including changes to applications and infrastructure
• Build and maintain effective relationships across Technology and business functions
• Leverage data analytics to enhance audit procedures and insight generation
• Communicate audit status and results clearly, both verbally and in writing
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports for senior stakeholders
• Demonstrate proficiency in regulatory requirements and industry frameworks (e.g., NYDFS Cybersecurity Regulation, DORA, CSA & NIST frameworks) relevant to IT risk, cybersecurity, and data governance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, computer science, information systems or related field
• Three years of experience in the audit department of a public company or with an audit firm
• CISA or CIA certification

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
  • Strong communication skills both written and verbal
  • Data analytics and Copilot experience
  • Self‑starter that works well in both a team setting and independently
  • Experience working with a wide range of systems and environments (Azure, Salesforce, Oracle, SQL)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio)
  • Working knowledge of technology frameworks (NIST, COBIT, ISO)
  • Understand the financial, operational and compliance risks which affect information systems design, modification and processing activities

  Salary & Benefits

  • Base salary range: $84,200 – $146,600 (depending on experience and location in USA)
  • Competitive target incentive compensation tied to corporate and individual performance
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical plans for employee and family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and more

  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any basis prohibited by the laws that govern its operations.

  Position based in the United States. Off‑site work allowed subject to policy. Exempt/Non‑Exempt for FLSA purposes.