Senior IT Auditor

United Community; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 68,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

United Community seeks a Senior IT Auditor to execute assurance work on information technology systems and processes in Greenville, SC, including testing internal controls and risk management systems. This role liaises with stakeholders to develop and execute a risk-based audit plan.

The candidate will plan IT audit assignments, communicate results through reports and presentations, and lead audit staff while serving as SME in IT areas. Strong ethics and ISACA/IPPF familiarity are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in IT or related field; or sufficient experience in IT/IT audit.
• 5 years IT audit experience or a combination of IT and IT Audit experience.
• Must possess at least one professional certification such as CISA, CIA, or CISSP or obtain within 2 years.
• Ability to research innovative technologies, identify weaknesses and control points, and apply them in audits.
• Experience using audit management software and scripting / coding/query languages to develop data extracts or automation programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize IT audit assignments to evaluate internal controls and risk management.
• Communicate audit results to management via reports and presentations.
• Perform risk analysis and design/execute audit tests of controls and transactions.
• Lead audit staff and act as SME in IT areas as assigned.
• Prepare audit work papers and support conclusions.
• Review junior staff work and provide coaching.
• Lead walkthroughs, closing meetings, and client discussions.
• Prepare findings and reports for management review.
• Perform issue tracking and follow-up to confirm resolution.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal коммуника

Team player with strong work ethic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or MIS, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Audit management software

Scripting / SQL

Job description

Overview

The Senior IT Auditor has primary responsibility for executing assurance work of information technology systems and processes including testing of internal controls, procedures, and risk management systems in assigned areas. Responsibilities include performing risk assessments of auditable universe(s), risk analysis of each engagement and determining the scoping requirements for the assurance work assigned. This role will also represent the audit department in meetings with key stakeholders as well as assist in the development and execution of the risk-based audit plan.

Overview

The Senior IT Auditor has primary responsibility for executing assurance work of information technology systems and processes including testing of internal controls, procedures, and risk management systems in assigned areas. Responsibilities include performing risk assessments of auditable universe(s), risk analysis of each engagement and determining the scoping requirements for the assurance work assigned. This role will also represent the audit department in meetings with key stakeholders as well as assist in the development and execution of the risk-based audit plan.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and organize IT audit assignments to determine the effectiveness of internal controls and systems of risk management and efficiency of operations in the assigned Information Technology departments, functions, or activities.
• Communicate the results of audit projects to management via written reports and oral presentations.
• Perform risk analysis, identify internal controls, and design and execute audit tests of controls and transactions in accordance with professional standards for various technology platforms and processes:
• Organize work on audit assignments and lead audit staff in the performance of audit work.
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in one or more functional areas as assigned by the Chief Audit Executive (CAE) and/or the Director/Senior Director providing guidance and oversight to other auditors performing engagements in subject matter areas
• Prepare audit work papers to support audit work performed and conclusions drawn for each area reviewed.
• Review audit work of junior team members and provide coaching notes to ensure work is performed adequately and is aligned with both internal audit department and IIA standards.
• Lead audit walkthroughs, closing meetings, and other discussions with audit clients.
• Prepare findings and reports for audit management’s review.
• Perform issue tracking and follow-up as necessary to confirm resolution of the audit findings.
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in multiple IT areas and provide guidance and oversight to other auditors performing engagements in subject matter areas

Requirements For Success

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (CS) or Management of Information Systems (MIS), Accounting, or related field; or sufficient experience in information technology, IT auditing, or another field that would provide the same knowledge.
• 5 years of IT audit experience or a combination of IT and IT Audit experience
• Ability to research innovative technologies, identify weaknesses and control points, and apply them in performance of audit engagements.
• Experience using audit management software and scripting, coding/query languages to develop data extracts or automation programs.
• Strong organizational skills, able to work independently with minimal supervision and meet deadlines.
• Ability to assess business and IT processes, identify risks and control points, and develop audit procedures to assess the design and effectiveness of controls.
• Familiarity with ISACA and ISACA Code of Professional Ethics and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International professional practices Framework (IPPF).
• Must possess at least one professional certification such as a CISA, CIA, or CISSP or one must be obtained within 2 years
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders
• Team player with a strong work ethic

Conditions of Employment

• Must be able to pass a criminal background and credit check

FLSA Status:

Exempt

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position manages employees and is responsible for the coaching, development, and performance management of those employees.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Greenville, SC

POSITION TYPE

This is a full-time position that requires schedule flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.

TRAVEL

This position requires up to 10-15% travel.

Other

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Pay Range

USD $68,287.00 - USD $113,209.00 /Yr.