IT Auditor

About This Role

This IT Auditor role involves supporting risk-based internal audits, assisting with risk assessments, and evaluating internal controls within the financial services sector. The position requires a strong analytical mindset and the ability to communicate technical issues to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Work with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) processes, including internal control documentations, walkthroughs, testing, and reporting
• Understand relevant frameworks such as COSO and IIA Global Internal Auditing Standards
• Understand risks within financial services and related risk-management practices
• Assist in identifying, understanding, and communicating technical issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Understand concepts related to information security, architecture, and technology risks
• Focus on results with critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Support the execution of risk-based internal audits, including participating in planning, fieldwork, and reporting
• Assist with risk assessments and contribute to evaluating the design and effectiveness of internal controls
• Manage competing priorities on concurrent, complex projects and initiatives
• Demonstrate effective time-management and organization skills in meeting project deadlines
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Develop working proficiency in audit and AI tools (e.g. Workiva, Copilot) and visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
• Produce clear, concise audit workpapers and written communications
• Be technically proficient in the use of MS Office products for reporting, data analysis, and presentations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant business discipline, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Engineering or equivalent discipline
• Possess or demonstrate interest in pursuing relevant certifications (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA) as part of a defined career-development plan
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities
• Interest in financial services, IT risk, and internal auditing
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Willingness to learn industry frameworks and regulatory expectations (e.g., FFIEC, NIST, COBIT, ISO 27001) through on-the-job training

Nice to have:

• Candidates already holding relevant certifications will receive priority consideration
• Foundational coursework or internship experience related to IT, cybersecurity, systems development, data analytics, risk management, or internal audit preferred