IT Audit Senior — Banking & SOX Controls Expert

Elliott Davis; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time away

Flexible work schedules

Paid maternity/adoption leave

Parental leave

Health and wellness benefits

Professional coaching

Leadership and career development

Beyond program experiences

Job summary

Elliott Davis is seeking an IT Audit Senior to support planning, testing, and reporting of information technology audits. You will work with engagement teams and clients to understand tech environments, evaluate controls, and communicate exceptions.

The role accommodates both entry-level and experienced associates aiming to grow in IT risk and controls. Responsibilities cover IT general controls, bank IT audits, and Sarbanes‑Oxley IT controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, information systems, computer science, cybersecurity, business, or related field required.
• Zero to two years of relevant experience in IT audit, internal audit, external audit, risk consulting, information security, technology operations, or related field; internship acceptable for entry-level.
• Foundational understanding of technology risks, internal controls, and audit concepts.
• Exposure to IT general controls, Sarbanes‑Oxley requirements, or bank regulatory guidance is preferred but not required for a lower-level associate.
• Certification or progress toward CIS, CIA, or CPA is preferred but not required.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact professionally with clients and team members.
• Ability to learn new systems/audit approaches, manage multiple assignments, and work independently or as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Access to reliable transportation for travel to client locations when required.
• Ability to work additional hours based on client/engagement needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and performing IT audits, including documenting the technology environment, systems, risks, and controls.
• Execute testing of IT general controls, including access security, user administration, change management, and related governance controls.
• Support bank IT audits using applicable guidance and banking regulatory expectations.
• Perform SOX IT control testing including IT general controls and automated controls.
• Obtain and review policies, procedures, configurations, reports, and evidence; follow up as needed.
• Prepare clear workpapers describing procedures, evidence, results, and conclusions.
• Identify control gaps, evaluate significance with the team, and help develop recommendations.
• Communicate engagement status and scheduling concerns to the team.
• Participate in client meetings to gather information and explain testing requests.
• Assist with drafting audit findings, recommendations, and risk assessments.
• Build knowledge of client operations, frameworks, and emerging technology risks.
• Collaborate with team members, accept coaching, and deliver high-quality client experiences.
• Manage assigned tasks across engagements and meet deadlines.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Learning new systems

Manage multiple assignments

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Elliott Davis is seeking an IT Audit Senior to support planning, testing, and reporting of information technology audits. You will work with engagement teams and clients to understand tech environments, evaluate controls, and communicate exceptions.

The role accommodates both entry-level and experienced associates aiming to grow in IT risk and controls. Responsibilities cover IT general controls, bank IT audits, and Sarbanes‑Oxley IT controls.