IT Auditor

TIAA; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

The IT Auditor at TIAA assesses the design and operating effectiveness of IT controls during audit planning, fieldwork and reporting. You will work under supervision, coordinating with audit and client contacts to deliver thoughtful, timely findings and remediation actions.

We value analysts with 1+ years in audit or IT, with preferred 3+ years, data analytics and AI experience, and strong communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to grow within a secure retirement‑focused firm.

Qualifications

• University degree preferred.
• 1+ years of audit and/or IT experience required; 3+ years preferred.
• Data analytics experience beneficial.
• AI experience beneficial.
• Strong communication skills beneficial.
• Regulatory review support experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assess IT risks and control design and operating effectiveness.
• Document work clearly and concisely per audit methodology.
• Identify and describe IT risk and control strengths or concerns to audit and client contacts.
• Deliver timely written and verbal communications to peers, supervisors and clients.
• Collaborate with audit and client stakeholders to understand and deliver assignments.
• Grow IT audit skills through training and experience.

Skills

IT auditing

Risk assessment

Data analytics

AI experience

Regulatory review

Communication

Cybersecurity

Problem solving

Education

University degree

Job description

The IT Auditor assesses the design and operating effectiveness of IT controls during audit engagement planning, fieldwork and reporting. This job evaluates risks and controls as a contributor in risk assessment and risk remediation testing activities. Working under general supervision, this job also coordinates and communicates effectively with audit and client contacts to deliver work in a professional and timely manner.

Key Responsibilities And Duties

• Leverages knowledge of common technology risk and control frameworks, including financial industry regulations and guidance, to assess risks and control design and operating effectiveness.
• Documents work clearly and concisely and in accordance with audit methodology and engagement timelines and budgets.
• Identifies, assesses and effectively describes IT risk and control strengths and concerns to audit and client contacts.
• Delivers clear and timely written and verbal communications to peers, supervisors and clients about assigned topics.
• Works professionally, proactively and collaboratively with audit and client stakeholders to understand and deliver assignments.
• Demonstrates critical thinking by gathering, analyzing, questioning and sharing perspectives on assignments.
• Grows and applies knowledge of the organization and IT people, processes and functions and Internal Audit methodology.
• Identifies and pursues training, knowledge and experience that expands and deepens IT audit skills.
• Builds awareness of technology trends, risks and controls through personal curiosity, training and networking.

Educational Requirements

• University (Degree) Preferred

Work Experience

• 1+ years Required Or
• 3+ years Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level

6IC

Required Experience:

• 1+ years of Audit and/or IT experience

Preferred Experience:

• 3+ years of Audit and/or IT experience
• Data Analytics experience
• AI experience
• Strong IT background
• Integrated Audit experience
• Experienced with Regulatory Review Support
• Strong communication skills

Related Skills

• Adaptability
• Auditing
• Audit Process Improvement
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Cybersecurity
• Data Analysis
• Problem Solving
• Relationship Management
• Technology Systems

Anticipated Posting End Date

2026-10-31

Base Pay Range

$80,100/yr - $104,000/yr

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans).

Company Overview

Every worker deserves a secure retirement. For more than 100 years, TIAA has delivered it for millions of people. Founded to help educators retire with dignity, today weʼre a market-leading retirement company fueled by world-class asset management. But weʼre not just another legacy financial services firm. Weʼre fighting harder than ever before for our clients and the many Americans who need us.

Our Culture of Impact

At TIAA, we're on a mission to build on our 100+ year legacy of delivering for our clients while evolving to meet tomorrow's challenges. We equip our associates with future-focused skills and AI tools that enable us to advance our mission. Together, we are fighting to ensure a more secure financial future for all and for generations to come. We are guided by our values: Champion Our People, Be Client Obsessed, Lead with Integrity, Own It, and Win As One. They influence every decision we make and how we work together to serve our clients every day. We thrive in a collaborative in-office environment where teams work across organizational boundaries with shared purpose, accelerating innovation and delivering meaningful results. Our workplace brings together TIAA and Nuveen's entrepreneurial spirit, where we work hard and work together to create lasting impact. Here, every associate can grow through meaningful learning experiences and development pathways—because when our people succeed, our impact on clients' lives grows stronger.

Benefits And Total Rewards

The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health, wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical, emotional and financial well-being. To learn more about your benefits, please review our Benefits Summary.

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