Supervisor, IT Audit

Banco Santander SA; Boston, New York, Northern (MA, NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Banco Santander US is seeking a Supervisor, IT Audit to lead risk-based technology audits across the organization’s IT environment. You will oversee, coach, and guide junior staff while ensuring audits meet internal standards and regulatory expectations.

The role requires strong knowledge of IT controls, cloud environments, and security frameworks, with 3+ years audit experience and 5+ years in related work. Collaborative, proactive approach is essential, as is the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in CS/Systems/Tech or equivalent.
• 3+ years of Audit Experience.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Experience evaluating complex IT environments and controls.
• Experience designing and testing IT controls.
• Experience reviewing audit workpapers.
• Cloud environments experience preferred (IaaS/PaaS/SaaS).
• Analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently.
• Familiarity with NIST/COBIT/ISO frameworks preferred.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Time management; multi-project capability.
• CISA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute complex, risk-based technology audits and evaluate controls.
• Supervise and coach junior team members; ensure audits meet standards.
• Develop understanding of processes, technology architecture, and risks.
• Examine records, configurations, logs, and reports to evaluate controls.
• Engage in cloud environment audits (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
• Document testing and follow-up tasks per standards.
• Review work papers prepared by juniors; provide guidance.
• Contribute to design of audit test steps; draft recommendations.

Skills

Auditing principles

IT risk management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Systems/Technology

Tools

Cloud platforms (IaaS/PaaS/SaaS)

Audit testing tools

Job description

Supervisor, IT Audit Country: Vereinigte Staaten

It Starts Here: Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry and is evolving from a high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization. Our people are at the heart of this journey and together, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible. This is more than a strategic shift. It’s a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference.

The Difference You Make:

The primary function of the Supervisor, IT Audit is to execute complex, risk-based technology audits and evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls across the organization’s technology environment. In addition, the Supervisor will begin supervising, coaching, and providing technical guidance to less experienced team members as part of internal audit reviews and other audit activities. The Supervisor performs audit testing in a timely and effective manner, ensures compliance with applicable internal audit methodology and professional standards, and maintains professional and constructive relationships with audit stakeholders. Develops an advanced understanding of the business processes, technology architecture, systems, applications, infrastructure, and associated technology risks. Examines business and technology records, system configurations, logs, reports, technical documentation, and other relevant evidence to evaluate the effectiveness of technology controls. Executes business control and technology records, system configurations, logs, reports, technical documentation, and other relevant evidence to evaluate the effectiveness of technology controls. Exercises independent judgment in identifying control deficiencies, cybersecurity risks, technology risks, and potential root cause. Participates in audits of cloud computing environments, including Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS), as applicable. Conducts post-audit high complexity follow-up to appraise adequacy of corrective action taken by management to address audit recommendations. Documents audit testing and follow-up tasks in accordance to relevant audit standards. Reviews and challenges the testing and work papers prepared by less experienced team members. Demonstrates proactivity in professional development activities. Attends professional training actions provided by the company. Provides consistent quality service to both internal and external stakeholders that meets the company’s standards. Participates in the design of audit test steps. Participates in the drafting of audit recommendations to be presented to the Audit Manager.

What You Bring:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree: Computer Science, System Engineering, Technology discipline, or equivalent field. - Required.
• Qualifications: 3+ Years Audit Experience - Required.
• 5+ Years Relevant work experience - Required.
• Experience evaluating complex IT environments, technology processes, and technical controls.
• Experience performing design and operating effectiveness testing of IT controls.
• Experience reviewing and providing guidance on audit workpapers prepared by other team members.
• Experience auditing, assessing, administering, or supporting cloud environments is preferred and considered a strong plus.
• Analytical and problem solving skills as well as the ability to work independently.
• Understanding of application controls, interfaces, automated controls, system-generated reports, and data integrity concepts.
• General understanding of network technologies, operating systems, databases, and enterprise technology architectures.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies, applications, platforms, and system architectures in order to identify risks and evaluate controls.
• Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST 800-53, COBIT, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, and/or other relevant technology control frameworks is preferred.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Time management skills and the ability to complete multiple projects simultaneously and in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Certifications: CISA - preferred.

It Would Be Nice For You To Have:

• Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education.

Work Authorization & Sponsorship:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring employer sponsorship to commence employment.

What Else You Need To Know:

The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt), the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location.

Base Pay Range: Minimum: $82,500.00 USD Maximum: $135,000.00 USD

We Value Your Impact:

Your contribution matters and it’s recognized. You can expect a fair and competitive rewards package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. We know rewards go beyond numbers. Offering more than just a paycheck our benefits are designed to support you, your family and your well-being, now and into the future. Santander Benefits - 2026 Santander OnGoing/NH eGuide (foleon.com)

Risk Culture:

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

EEO Statement:

At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions:

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.

Employer Rights:

This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

Der Santander-Weg Santander entwickelt sich von einer globalen Marke mit großer Strahlkraft zu einem technologiegetriebenen Unternehmen – und unsere Mitarbeitenden stehen im Mittelpunkt dieses Wandels. Gemeinsam gestalten wir eine kundenorientierte Transformation, die mutiges Denken, Innovation und den Mut, die Grenzen des Möglichen zu erweitern, wertschätzt. Dies ist mehr als nur ein strategischer Wandel. Es ist eine Chance für engagierte Fachkräfte, sich weiterzuentwickeln, zu lernen und wirklich etwas zu bewirken. Unsere Mission ist es, dazu beizutragen, dass mehr Menschen und Unternehmen erfolgreich sind. Wir leben eine ausgeprägte Risikokultur und erwarten von all unseren Mitarbeitenden auf allen Ebenen ein proaktives und verantwortungsbewusstes Vorgehen im Risikomanagement. Bereit, es Wirklichkeit werden zu lassen? It starts with you. It starts here.