Senior IT Auditor — Lead IT Controls & Risk in Banking

Wings Credit Union; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 119,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous 401(k) match

401k Discretionary Profit Sharing

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Health Savings Account with company

Job summary

Wings Credit Union in Minnesota seeks an IT Audit professional to execute IT audits end-to-end, ensuring alignment with IIA standards and risk-based priorities. The role collaborates with management to strengthen controls and protect member assets.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in IT audit within financial services, a relevant degree, and a recognized certification. A 15% annual bonus target is included in compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in IT Management or related field.
• 5+ years' audit or IT controls experience.
• 5+ years IT audit experience in banking/financial services preferred.
• Cert Info Sys Auditor within 1 year required.
• Auditing designation approved by VP Internal Audit within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Execute IT audits end-to-end per IIA standards.
• Assist with project oversight, budget tracking, and status updates.
• Identify gaps and propose solutions to minimize losses.
• Coach staff auditors and review workpapers.
• Engage with business lines and stakeholders throughout the audit lifecycle.
• Utilize data analytics and AI-enabled techniques to enhance coverage.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology Management or related

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CAAT / Data analytics tools

Visio

Job description

Ent Credit Union and Wings Credit Union joined forces in January 2026. This merger means more opportunities, expanded resources, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional member service. Together, we become more - empowering members, communities, and teams through a bold, unified future. Both organizations bring a strong legacy of member satisfaction, operational excellence, financial stability, and community impact. Recognized locally and nationally as best-in-class financial institutions and employers of choice, each is known for its commitment to financial well-being and philanthropic leadership. Join us during this transformative time and be part of shaping the future of banking! To learn more about the merger, click here.

Job Description

This role supports execution of the audit plan. Supports the execution of all phases of IT audits including planning, risk assessment, walkthroughs, process documentation, operating effectiveness testing, and reporting. Able to operate independently throughout all phases of the audit with limited oversight from the Manager of IT Audit. Assists with ongoing monitoring of project status, including budget, to ensure projects move forward and raises potential concerns to audit management. Identifies gaps and inform solutions that minimize losses resulting from inadequate internal processes, systems, or human error. Identifies, responds and/or escalates risks as appropriate. Reviews workpapers, coaches staff auditors and provides on the job training. Leverages data analytics and AI-enabled techniques to enhance audit coverage, efficiency, and insight Provide assistance that will support the IT portions of internal/external/forensic audits, special projects and continuous auditing and monitoring. Remain informed and provide insight to emerging technologies and risks affecting the credit union's strategies/objectives, processes, and controls.

Essential Functions

• Supports IT audit engagements end-to-end (planning, fieldwork, reporting, and QA review) in accordance with IIA standards, ensuring timely completion of all phases and coordination with audit management.
• Executes and reviews IT audit testing, including initial review and limited reperformance of staff workpapers to validate accuracy, completeness, and adherence to audit programs.
• Serves as a key point of contact and IT subject matter expert for business lines, facilitating walkthroughs, meetings, and ongoing communication throughout the audit lifecycle.
• Performs root cause analysis (primarily low/moderate risk) with some guidance, incorporating feedback and coaching into execution and staff development.
• Drafts core audit deliverables (scope, request lists, status updates, reports) with minimal errors and supports ongoing reporting to audit leadership.
• Assists with project oversight and team development by monitoring audit progress and budget-to-actuals, escalating risks or delays, providing staff oversight and coaching, supporting training needs, and staying current on industry and audit practices.
• Stays informed of developments within the credit union industry and IT audit processes through reading of publications, alerts, and training and periodically discusses impacts of industry trends on the audit plan with the Manager of IT Audit.
• Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Wings policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.

Minimum Formal Qualifications for this Position:

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology Management, Business Administration with a focus on Information Systems, or similar field (Preferred)
• 5+ years' combined experience in audit, information security, network administration, or related work experience requiring the implementation and operational verification of information systems and associated security controls (Required)
• 5+ years' IT audit related experience acquired in a bank, credit union, or other financial services focused entity (Preferred)

Technical or Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of the application of contemporary internal auditing theory, auditing standards, procedures, and techniques.
• Knowledge and experience with IT controls included in IT systems, business information systems, and associated IT risks.
• Experience working with a variety of technology platforms.
• Good understanding of technology processes (i.e. Change management, security operations, technology operations, and application controls).
• Understanding of management principles, general business systems, and internal controls.
• Understanding of financial institutions and applicable regulatory oversight specific to financial institutions.
• Good oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to hold information in strict confidence.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of Office products (Word, Access, Excel, and Visio in particular).
• Experience working with a variety of technology platforms and performing network, internet, database, and technical audits as these relate to business systems.
• Aptitude for detail / analytical work
• Working knowledge of computer assisted audit techniques and automated software.

Certifications Required:

• Cert Info Sys Auditor within 1 Year required
• Related nationally accredited Auditor designation agreed upon by the VP of Internal Audit within 1 Year required

Additional information

PAY RANGE: $119,000 to $139,000 Annually (I16) with 15% target annual bonus

Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, certifications, location and internal pay equity.

BENEFITS:

• Generous 401(k) match
• 401k Discretionary Profit Sharing
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Sick, Floating Holidays and Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

We anticipate this position to close on 7/27/2026. Please submit your application at your earliest convenience to be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.