Senior IT & Cybersecurity Audit Consultant

247Hire; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

247Hire seeks a Specialized Audit Consultant to provide subject matter expertise across IT audit, cybersecurity, data analytics, fraud investigations, and regulatory reviews. The role supports high-risk engagements and acts as a technical expert for audit teams and clients.

The successful candidate will conduct specialized audits, assess controls against COBIT/NIST/ISO 27001, and develop testing methodologies while guiding remediation efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IS, cybersecurity, accounting, finance, data analytics, or related field.
• 7+ years of relevant specialized audit or consulting experience.
• Experience with IT audits, cybersecurity, data analytics, or regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct specialized audits within area of expertise.
• Perform IT audits, cybersecurity reviews, data analytics, and regulatory assessments.
• Assess controls against COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001, IRS 1075, and industry best practices.
• Provide technical guidance to audit teams and client stakeholders.
• Develop specialized testing methodologies and reporting approaches.
• Analyze emerging risks, technology controls, and compliance requirements.
• Support agency risk assessments and control improvement initiatives.
• Prepare technical reports, recommendations, and remediation guidance.
• Participate in quality reviews and oversight inquiries.

Skills

IT Audit

Cybersecurity

Data Analytics

Fraud Examination

Regulatory Compliance

Internal Controls

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field

Tools

CISA

CISSP

CISM

CIA

CPA

CFE

CRISC

Certified Data Analytics Professional

Job description

247Hire seeks a Specialized Audit Consultant to provide subject matter expertise across IT audit, cybersecurity, data analytics, fraud investigations, and regulatory reviews. The role supports high-risk engagements and acts as a technical expert for audit teams and clients.

The successful candidate will conduct specialized audits, assess controls against COBIT/NIST/ISO 27001, and develop testing methodologies while guiding remediation efforts.