Senior Information Technology Auditor

Top Stack; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 185,000; Full time

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Technology Auditor to oversee technology audits, ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role involves leading audit teams, evaluating risks, and engaging with clients to enhance operational excellence. Ideal candidates will have extensive auditing experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of technology auditing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with financial services or insurance sector is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee technology-focused audits.
• Develop detailed process maps and narratives for audited areas.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with technology stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Accounting, Finance

Advanced degree (e.g., MBA)

Professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CISA, CISSP)

Tools

ServiceNow

Computer-Assisted Auditing Techniques (CAATs)

Job description

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Our client is seeking an exceptional Senior Technology Auditor to lead and oversee technology-focused audits within our organization, ensuring robust risk management and compliance with industry standards. This role involves guiding audit teams, evaluating technology-related risks and controls, and fostering strong client relationships to drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Expertise

Audit Planning and Execution:

• Develop detailed process maps and narratives for audited areas to pinpoint technology risks, assess critical controls, and design effective testing methodologies.
• Leverage advanced audit tools, such as Computer-Assisted Auditing Techniques (CAATs), to streamline and enhance audit processes.

Control Testing and Reporting:

• Oversee comprehensive testing of technology controls, ensuring alignment with established protocols and standards.
• Review audit programs, staff assignments, and testing outcomes to ensure accuracy and thoroughness.
• Approve audit findings, conclusions, and draft reports, tailoring content based on audit complexity.
• Utilize CAATs to generate insightful reports where applicable.

Ongoing Monitoring:

• Conduct continuous risk surveillance and business monitoring activities.
• Support special projects as directed by the Audit Manager or Functional Audit Lead.

Client Engagement

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with technology stakeholders.
• Provide timely, actionable responses to management inquiries on critical technology matters.
• Offer consultative guidance to clients during the implementation of new systems or processes, ensuring robust control frameworks.
• Track and verify client progress on resolving high-risk technology issues, ensuring effective follow-through.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to management, fostering collaborative solutions.

Leadership and Innovation

• Lead technology audit fieldwork, ensuring compliance with auditing standards and protocols.
• Identify and implement practical improvements to audit processes and controls.
• Supervise and mentor audit staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Engage with senior leadership, including the Chief Audit Executive and Executive Leadership Team, to align audit objectives with organizational goals.

Qualifications and Skills

Experience:

• 6+ years of technology auditing experience, with a preference for candidates with supervisory or lead auditor roles.
• Familiarity with the financial services or insurance sector highly preferred.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CISA, CISSP) are preferred.

Technical Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of IT auditing frameworks, including COBIT, ISO 27001, and IIA standards.
• Proficiency in assessing Accounting/Financial, IT, and Compliance risks.
• Experience with audit management platforms (e.g., ServiceNow) and data analytics tools is a plus.

Leadership and Communication:

• Proven ability to lead teams, manage professionals, and achieve collective goals.
• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills to identify and resolve issues proactively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for engaging stakeholders and presenting findings.
• Commitment to continuous learning and sharing best practices within the team.

Work Style:

• Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives.
• Proactive approach to identifying risks, resolving issues, and driving improvements.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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