Senior Internal Auditor – IT & Controls Risk

Vanguard; Malvern (Chester County); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Vanguard is seeking an Internal Auditor to join the BCAS team in a dynamic, risk‑based role focused on audits, technology considerations, and control improvements. You will interact with leadership to strengthen the control environment and cover enterprise‑level risks across business and IT processes.

The position emphasizes collaboration across client services, wealth and advice, and enterprise functions, with a hybrid work model and the need to be commutable to Malvern, PA.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in business or related field; MIS/IT background a plus.
• MBA/CPA/CIA or equivalent advanced certifications are favorable.
• At least three years of proven audit, risk, or controls experience preferred.
• Experience in financial services and IT systems is preferred.
• Data analytics literacy and ability to derive actionable insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication; readiness to assist across areas as needed.

Responsibilities

• Execute risk‑based audits and consulting engagements across governance, processes, technology, and controls.
• Incorporate IT control considerations and assess system access, automated controls, and data integrity.
• Engage with management to discuss progress, remediation opportunities, and control improvements.
• Support audit coverage of enterprise and technology‑enabled risks with sound judgement.
• Prepare and deliver work papers, narratives, flowcharts, testing docs, and audit findings.
• Apply industry best practices and regulatory considerations to recommendations.
• Mentor junior auditors on processes and methodology and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Participate in special projects and department initiatives as needed.

Skills

Data analytics literacy

Written & verbal comms

MIS/IT background

Adaptability in fast pace

Education

Undergraduate business degree

Tools

Audit software

Data analytics software

Job description

Vanguard is seeking an Internal Auditor to join the BCAS team in a dynamic, risk‑based role focused on audits, technology considerations, and control improvements. You will interact with leadership to strengthen the control environment and cover enterprise‑level risks across business and IT processes.

The position emphasizes collaboration across client services, wealth and advice, and enterprise functions, with a hybrid work model and the need to be commutable to Malvern, PA.