IT Auditor

MetLife; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

MetLife's Internal Audit team seeks an IT Auditor II to provide independent assurance over technology risks and controls, while building expertise in cloud, cybersecurity, and AI initiatives within a high-performing global team. This role focuses on supporting the audit lifecycle and developing technology expertise within a dynamic environment.

This hybrid role requires a minimum of 3 days in the office in Cary, NC, with a salary range of $65,200–$86,900 and eligibility for annual incentives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in IT or related field.
• At least 1 year of IT audit/technology risk related experience.
• Understanding cloud, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, data governance, or application development risk controls.
• Strong communication and ability to document results and risks.

Responsibilities

• Perform control testing and issue validation.
• Support audit team plans and objectives.
• Meet deadlines and quality expectations.
• Engage with stakeholders and communicate findings.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field

Job description

As part of Internal Audit at MetLife, you’ll play a critical role protecting MetLife and its stakeholders by delivering both independent, risk-based, and objective assurance through audit execution and providing advice and insights through strategic advisory engagements. Collaborating across the company, you’ll use your strategic problem-solving skills, consulting expertise, and ethical standards to support the company’s growth strategy. Join us at the forefront of the evolving risk landscape to proactively address business imperatives and mitigate emerging risks by developing talent, leveraging new technology, and fostering an innovative culture.

The Opportunity

The IT Auditor II is expected to contribute throughout the audit lifecycle and support the delivery of technology audits using contemporary audit techniques, including data analytics and digital tools. The role is focused on obtaining assurance over technology risks and controls while developing deeper technology expertise.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing global audit team and help shape the future of technology risk management through exposure to cloud, AI, cybersecurity, resiliency, and other strategic technology initiatives across MetLife.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing and documenting control testing.
• Performing issue validation and audit testing procedures.
• Supporting audit team plans and objectives.
• Meeting project deadlines and quality expectations.
• Managing upward and across through effective communication and stakeholder engagement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Accounting, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in IT audit, technology risk management, cybersecurity, infrastructure, cloud technologies, software development, or a related technology discipline.
• Understanding of technology risks and controls across one or more domains such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, infrastructure, data governance, or application development.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to document testing results, communicate risks effectively, and build relationships with stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development, including maintaining awareness of emerging technologies and industry trends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification such as CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CIA, CPA, or equivalent, or progress towards obtaining a certification
• Experience using data analytics, automation, or audit technology tools to enhance audit effectiveness
• Knowledge of financial services technology environments, regulatory expectations, and risk management practices

Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.

The expected salary range for this position is $65,200 - $86,900. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.

Benefits We Offer

Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!

About MetLife

Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the \"World's Most Admired Companies\", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

As part of our New Frontier strategy, MetLife is building an AI-enabled, people-centered future. We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset as we use AI to enhance how we serve customers, support communities, and evolve the way work gets done. At MetLife, AI is a responsible partner that supports human judgment, creativity, and continuous improvement while helping us build trust, inclusion, and long-term value.

Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!

MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”).

If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at [e-mail]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.

MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liabilities.

This posting is for a current vacancy and is anticipated to remain open for at least 90 days from the listed posting date.