IT Senior Auditor — ITGCs, Security & Compliance

City of Cleveland; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Cleveland seeks an IT Senior Auditor to independently audit IT systems, processes, and controls, evaluating risk exposure and delivering recommendations to strengthen IT governance. Reports to the Manager of Internal Audit and collaborates with stakeholders and external auditors.

The role emphasizes audit planning, data analysis, and development of audit programs, with a focus on government IT environments and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and related field required; two years of relevant experience in performance auditing, management, quality control, or information technology initiatives expected.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (Microsoft Office Suite) required.
• Professional certifications in IT auditing (e.g., CISA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute detailed audits of IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls, cybersecurity controls, and system development processes.
• Support risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities, control gaps, and areas of improvement in IT environments.
• Review and test control design and operational effectiveness per established frameworks (e.g., NIST, CSF).
• Assist in planning, scoping, and execution of regulatory compliance audits.
• Test IT risks associated with new or updated systems, applications, and infrastructure components.
• Collaborate with IT and business teams to understand processes, assess control environments, and issue audit findings.
• Prepare clear, concise reports of audit results and recommendations for management.
• Track and monitor remediation activities to ensure timely closure of audit issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Crystal Reports

SQL Server Reporting Services

Analytics Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

City of Cleveland seeks an IT Senior Auditor to independently audit IT systems, processes, and controls, evaluating risk exposure and delivering recommendations to strengthen IT governance. Reports to the Manager of Internal Audit and collaborates with stakeholders and external auditors.

The role emphasizes audit planning, data analysis, and development of audit programs, with a focus on government IT environments and compliance with regulatory requirements.