Senior Information Technology Auditor

CIBC US; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a Senior Auditor for their US Internal Audit team in Chicago. This role involves leading technology audits, assessing risks, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems and professional designations like CISA or CPA, with at least 4 years of relevant audit experience. The position offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary between $90,000 to $110,000, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in planning and executing SOX and/or IT audits.
• Strong understanding of Access Management, Change Management, SDLC, Cybersecurity, and Cloud.
• Ability to convey detailed information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases of audits.
• Identify key risks and controls, and develop effective testing strategies.
• Draft clear issue language and assist in developing action plans.

Skills

Detail-oriented and analytical

Communication skills

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Risk assessment knowledge

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems

Professional designation (CISA, CRISC, CPA)

Job description

Overview

As part of our US Internal Audit team, you’ll work alongside professionals who are passionate about building trust and providing assurance for our technology and business processes. As a Senior Auditor, Information Technology, you’ll conduct risk-focused audits, advise business partners on internal controls, and help ensure compliance with CIBC policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements. You’ll use your expertise to develop and complete audit reports, assess the adequacy of controls, and recommend solutions to address identified risks. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders and audit management to execute technology and integrated audits, and you’ll play a key role in developing testing strategies and drafting audit findings.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 2-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

How you’ll succeed

• Audit execution – Lead and support the planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases of technology and integrated audits, including areas such as Access Management, Change Management, SDLC, Cybersecurity, and Cloud.
• Risk assessment – Understand technology and business processes, identify key risks and controls, and develop effective testing strategies.
• Issue identification – Effectively identify control deficiencies, draft clear issue language, and assist management in developing action plans that address root causes.
• Collaboration – Work closely with audit team members, stakeholders, and management to deliver high-quality audit results and share best practices.
• Process improvement – Participate in internal projects to improve and simplify audit processes, and proactively apply CIBC Audit methodology.
• Communication – Provide regular updates to your team and manager on audit progress and findings.

Who you are

• You have a degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems, and a professional designation such as CISA, CRISC, or CPA, or equivalent business experience.
• You have at least 4 years of experience in planning and executing SOX and/or IT audits, with a strong understanding of areas like Access Management, Change Management, SDLC, Cybersecurity, and Cloud.
• You’re detail-oriented and analytical, with strong critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• You’re a collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic environment and values collective success.
• You’re an effective communicator, able to convey detailed information in a clear, meaningful way.
• You’re influential and skilled at building relationships and networks.
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork, and accountability.

California residents — your privacy rights regarding your actual or prospective employment

This role has an expected salary range of $90,000 USD - $110,000 USD based on experience, qualifications, and location (the salary for different locations will be discussed during the interview). The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which may also include a discretionary bonus component. CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, Paid Time Off, Holidays, and 401(k), plus other special perks for our team members. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location. Additional total compensation and benefits details will be provided during the hiring process.

This position is not eligible for employment sponsorship