Senior IT Auditor

Accentuate Staffing; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in financial services is seeking a Senior IT Auditor to enhance its internal audit team. This role is crucial for evaluating IT controls and cybersecurity practices while ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in IT audit and risk management, coupled with a strong proficiency in data analytics tools. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across departments, present audit findings, and contribute to process improvements. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and security in its operations, making a significant impact on data integrity and compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT audit, risk management, or compliance in financial services.
• Strong knowledge of IT controls and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct IT audits to assess security controls and compliance.
• Utilize data analytics tools to evaluate datasets and identify risks.

Skills

IT Audit

Risk Management

Compliance

Data Analytics

Cybersecurity

Education

Professional Certifications (CISA, CompTIA Security+)

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Excel

TeamMate

ACL

IDEA

Tableau

Spotfire

Job description

Accentuate Staffing is working with a well-established financial services organization seeking a Senior IT Auditor to join its internal audit team. This role plays a vital part in evaluating IT controls, cybersecurity practices, and compliance with financial regulations. The company values cross-functional collaboration and is looking for someone who can engage with various departments to strengthen IT audit functions and improve data security.We are looking for candidates who have a strong background in IT audit, risk management, and compliance, with experience in financial services or similar regulated environments. The position requires expertise in IT controls, data analytics, and regulatory compliance, as well as the ability to work closely with both IT teams and external auditors.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct IT audits to assess security controls, compliance with regulations, and overall risk exposure.
• Serve as a liaison between the audit team and IT, assisting with system conversions, database testing, and IT projects.
• Utilize data analytics tools such as Power BI, Excel (pivot tables), and SQL to evaluate large datasets and identify audit risks.
• Develop and present audit findings, making recommendations for process improvements and cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure policies and procedures align with financial regulations and industry best practices.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in IT audit, risk management, or compliance, preferably in financial services.
• Strong knowledge of IT controls, cybersecurity, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, FFIEC).
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Power BI, SQL, and Excel for risk assessment and reporting.
• Experience with audit software such as TeamMate, ACL, IDEA, Tableau, or Spotfire.
• Professional certifications preferred (CISA, CompTIA Security+, or similar).