IT Auditor

Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines; Iowa (LA); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

11 paid holidays

5 weeks PTO

401(k) with employer contributions

Job summary

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines is seeking a senior IT audit professional to assess risk management, internal controls, and governance over information systems. The role requires leading audits from planning through reporting, aligning with standards, and communicating results to executives.

You will coordinate with external auditors, support IT governance improvements, and ensure efficient audit operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (computer science or business subjects preferred)
• 5+ years IT audit or information technology experience
• Certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CPA or CIA preferred; if not held, candidate expected to pursue
• Experience in IT audit, cybersecurity audit, integrated audit and SOX IT audits preferred
• Experience in data analytics, scripting, and coding; strong IT operations knowledge
• Strong knowledge of control principles/frameworks (COBIT, COSO, ITIL)
• Business or finance operations and/or audit experience a plus
• Experience with a Big4 audit firm is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to explain complex concepts clearly
• Ability to work independently and manage time/resources effectively

Responsibilities

• Conduct audit engagements from start to finish
• Develop and execute audit programs per professional standards and Bank policies
• Assess information processing systems controls, regulatory compliance, and resource utilization
• Evaluate system development projects to ensure environment manageability and recommend improvements
• Prepare audit work papers with evidential support for results
• Summarize audit results to Chief Audit Executive and management
• Coordinate audits with external auditors and support data processing needs
• Assist in financial/operational audits and annual testing
• Manage internal controls and regulatory issues
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Skills

Bachelor's degree

5+ years IT audit

Certifications preferred

IT governance & frameworks

Data analytics & scripting

IT operations & security

COBIT/COSO/ITIL

Strong communication

Independent work ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

At FHLB Des Moines, we work each day to develop an inclusive culture that supports and leverages the complexity of a diverse workforce. This enables us to effectively serve the needs of our members and help them succeed.

This senior-level role performs reviews that examine and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the Bank’s risk management, internal control, and governance processes for all Bank information systems operations. The analyses, recommendations and information resulting from these reviews are reported to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and management to assist them in the effective discharge of their responsibilities. The incumbent executes their responsibilities by reviewing Bank processes for organizational risk and related controls. The incumbent also looks for opportunities to facilitate efficient and effective accomplishment of key IT business objectives.

Accountabilities:

Responsibilities

• Conduct assigned audit engagements successfully from beginning to end
• Develop and execute audit programs in accordance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and Bank/department policies and procedures
• Develop and execute audit programs covering information processing systems to evaluate the adequacy of controls; compliance with applicable laws and regulations; cost effective acquisition, management, and utilization of resources
• Develop and execute audit programs to assess the design and/or development of system development projects and ensure the ability of the proposed system to effectively manage the environment for which it is intended, and propose recommendations, as necessary
• Prepare accurate audit work papers in a timely manner that use sufficient evidential matter to document and support the results of audit tests performed
• Summarize and communicate audit results to Chief Audit Executive, Internal Audit VP/Director and Bank management in a timely manner
• Assist in coordinating the audit efforts of the Bank’s independent public accountants in their examination of data processing functions, and developing audit software and other data processing related projects to facilitate efficient, effective audit operations
• Assist in the performance of financial/operational audits and annual testing, as needed
• Manage departmental internal controls and regulatory issues
• Other duties and/or projects may be assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (computer science or other business subjects preferred)
• 5+ years IT audit or information technology business experience
• CISA, CISSP, CPA and/or CIA designations preferred; if person has not achieved certification, candidate is expected to work towards obtaining it
• Experience in IT audit, cybersecurity audit, integrated audit and SOX IT audits preferred
• Experience in data analytics, scripting, and coding preferred
• Strong knowledge of IT operations, operating systems and applications
• Strong knowledge of control principles/frameworks (COBIT, COSO, ITIL)
• Business and finance operations and/or audit experience a plus
• Experience with a Big4 audit firm a plus
• Critical thinker with the ability to navigate complex areas
• Strong personal computer skills, including use of spreadsheets, databases and word processing software
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Ability to complete projects within established time and resource parameters

Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $102,209.00 - $121,373.00

This salary range represents the Bank’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of hire. Offer to be determined by selected applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills & abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. This role is also eligible to participate in the Bank’s annual incentive plan.
As part of our competitive Total Rewards package, the Bank offers 11 paid holidays, 5 weeks of PTO and a work culture that values work/life balance. Most roles are eligible for our hybrid work schedule. We match 100% of the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) and provide an additional 4% non-discretionary contribution to your 401(k) at the end of year. More information on our Total Rewards program can be found here.

At FHLB Des Moines, we work to create an inclusive culture. This enables us to effectively serve the needs of our members and help them succeed. FHLB Des Moines is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information (including family medical history), status as a parent or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.