IT Risk & Internal Controls Leader — Audit & Advisory

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Crowe is seeking an experienced IT Audit professional to lead risk management and internal control engagements for banking-industry clients in the United States. You will plan, execute, and document test-of-design and test-of-operational-effectiveness workpapers, discuss findings with management, and craft reports to advise on control improvements.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in financial institutions or regulatory supervision, proficiency in COSO/COBIT, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3+ years’ experience in financial institutions, Big 4 or equivalent, or regulatory supervision.
• 3+ years in IT audit or technology risk consulting preferred.
• Understanding of COSO and COBIT frameworks.
• Knowledge of audit methodologies and deliverables.
• Experience with IT general controls, IT application controls, and testing.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of GAAP and SEC reporting is a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CPA, CIA are assets.

Responsibilities

• Provide risk management, internal audit, and internal control services to banking-industry clients.
• Plan and execute engagements, including test-of-design and test-of-operational-effectiveness workpapers.
• Conduct fieldwork and prepare workpapers supporting conclusions.
• Discuss findings and observations with client management.
• Prepare written reports in various types and formats.
• Advise clients on improving and optimizing internal controls.
• Enhance and transform internal audit approaches and methodologies.
• Perform risk assessments.
• Provide value-added recommendations to clients and improve the firm.
• Lead IT General Controls, IT Audit, and IT Risk Consulting engagements.
• Collaborate across teams, develop technical and transferable skills, and use technology and emerging AI capabilities to improve efficiency, insights, and client outcomes.
• Develop client relationships, contribute to account strategy, ensure delivery excellence, and build trusted partnerships.

Skills

Risk Management

IT Audit

Internal Control Frameworks

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

COSO

COBIT

Emerging AI Capabilities

Job description

Crowe is seeking an experienced IT Audit professional to lead risk management and internal control engagements for banking-industry clients in the United States. You will plan, execute, and document test-of-design and test-of-operational-effectiveness workpapers, discuss findings with management, and craft reports to advise on control improvements.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in financial institutions or regulatory supervision, proficiency in COSO/COBIT, and strong communication.