Senior Technology Audit Associate: Impactful IT Controls

Sallie Mae; Sterling (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salaries

Bonus incentives

Generous PTO and holidays

401k with employer match

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Sallie Mae is seeking a Senior Associate, Technology Audit to lead and perform technology‑focused audits, assessing IT controls and governance to strengthen risk management. You will evaluate processes, identify deficiencies, and deliver practical remediation recommendations while collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

The role emphasizes cloud, AI, and blockchain risk, with an emphasis on data analytics and automated controls, supporting Sallie Mae's mission to empower students and their

Qualifications

• Proficient in evaluating IT general controls, application controls, and cybersecurity controls.
• Experience assessing risks from cloud, AI, and blockchain.
• Familiarity with auditing data analytics and automated controls is advantageous.
• Knowledge of regulations and standards (SOX, GDPR, ISO 27001).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; able to propose practical solutions.
• Strong project management with the ability to manage multiple assignments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute technology audits, including IT general controls and cybersecurity.
• Evaluate IT governance, risk management, and control processes.
• Identify control deficiencies and recommend improvements.
• Provide actionable remediation recommendations and follow up.
• Prepare clear audit reports with findings and management responses.

Skills

IT controls testing

Cybersecurity controls

Emerging tech risk

Data analytics in audits

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

CISA/CISSP (plus)

Tools

Auditing tools

Cloud risk assessment tools

Job description

Sallie Mae is seeking a Senior Associate, Technology Audit to lead and perform technology‑focused audits, assessing IT controls and governance to strengthen risk management. You will evaluate processes, identify deficiencies, and deliver practical remediation recommendations while collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

The role emphasizes cloud, AI, and blockchain risk, with an emphasis on data analytics and automated controls, supporting Sallie Mae's mission to empower students and their