Senior IT Auditor

AT&T; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 119,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

AT&T in Dallas, TX seeks a Senior IT Auditor to execute risk assessments, audits, and advisory activities ensuring security, compliance, and operational integrity of the technology environment. You will plan risk-based audits, validate actions, and report to leadership.

Role requires at least 3 years’ experience, strong IT controls understanding, and ability to communicate technical issues to senior leadership. Office presence of 5 days/week is required; no relocation offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree desired in IT/IS, cybersecurity, accounting, finance or related field.
• At least 3 years of related experience; preferred with a public accounting or consulting firm.
• Strong IT risk and control knowledge across governance, cybersecurity, data privacy and cloud infra.
• Experience applying data analytics to audits; AI/automation tools preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for leadership audiences.
• CIA or CISA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Audit Planning: develop risk-based plans and procedures.
• Audit Execution: assess design and operating effectiveness of controls.
• Compliance & Standards: evaluate adherence to policies and standards (COBIT/ISO 27001).
• Documentation: prepare audit workpapers and conclusions.
• Issue Validation: monitor remediation and validate corrective actions.
• Advisory & Innovation: advise on IT controls; leverage audit tech and analytics.
• Other duties to support the audit function.

Skills

IT risk assessments

Audits

Advisory

Data analytics

Cybersecurity

Cloud infrastructure

Communication

Cross-functional

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/IS/Cybersecurity/Accounting/Finance

CIA or CISA preferred

Tools

Audit software

Data analytics tools

Job description

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will execute information technology (IT) risk assessments, audits, and advisory activities to evaluate the effectiveness, security, compliance, and operational integrity of the organization’s technology environment. You will support risk-based audit planning, assess IT controls and processes, identify risks and opportunities for improvement, and provide actionable recommendations to management. You will also validate corrective actions, evaluate compliance with internal policies and external requirements, and prepare clear, comprehensive audit reports for leadership.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Audit Planning: Assess technology processes, systems, and infrastructure to identify key risks and develop risk-based audit plans and procedures.

• Audit Execution: Perform IT audits to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls, policies, and procedures in areas such as cybersecurity, data protection, IT governance, and cloud infrastructure.

• Compliance and Standards: Evaluate compliance with internal policies, external regulatory requirements, and relevant industry standards and frameworks, such as COBIT and ISO 27001.

• Documentation: Prepare and present clear, detailed audit workpapers that document audit procedures and conclusions in accordance with applicable professional standards.

• Issue Validation: Monitor remediation activities and validate corrective actions taken to address audit findings and control deficiencies.

• Advisory and Audit Innovation: Advise stakeholders on IT controls and risk-management practices. Use audit software, data analytics, automation, and artificial intelligence to improve audit quality, coverage, and efficiency.

• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as needed to support the audit function and broader organizational objectives.

Job Contribution

Experienced professional who applies sound judgment and technical knowledge to assess risk, evaluate controls, and resolve complex issues. Leads assigned audit workstreams and may serve as engagement lead on smaller audits under the direction of audit leadership. Presents audit results and recommendations to management and stakeholder groups.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree desired, preferably in information technology, information systems, cybersecurity, accounting, finance, or a related field.

• At least 3 years of related experience required. Experience with a leading public accounting or consulting firm—or in a comparable complex enterprise environment is preferred.

• Strong understanding of IT risks and internal controls in areas such as IT governance, cybersecurity, data privacy, and cloud infrastructure.

• Experience applying data analytics to audit procedures or risk assessments.

• Familiarity with artificial intelligence, automation, or advanced audit tools preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical issues clearly to business and senior leadership audiences.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality work within established timelines.

• Professional certification, such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), preferred.

Our Senior IT Auditor jobs earn between $118,800.00 - $178,200.00 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Dallas, Texas

Salary Range:

$118,800.00 - $178,200.00

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