Senior Information Technology Auditor

JOB SUMMARY

The Information Technology Senior Auditor conducts reviews of information technology activities, processes, and controls; performs risk assessments of technology activity and processes and develops risk based work plans to complete internal audit and control objectives. Develops audit recommendations to mitigate risks and achieve business and technology objectives; assists in completion and development of annual audit plan; performs additional projects as requested.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans and executes IT audits, special project advisory reviews, IT process control reviews, and SOX compliance management testing
• Identifies, documents, and maps technology processes and internal controls of applicable technology infrastructure and operational areas per the scope of the audit project
• Leads the risk assessments of technology infrastructure and evaluate IT related operational processes and controls for assigned areas
• Documents risks and communicate them to appropriate departments and personnel
• Advises on recommended process changes and control issues to improve existing practices
• Supervises corrective actions on audit findingss
• Ensure reports are produced timely after each assignment, highlighting weaknesses identified and recommendations for improved IT internal controls and procedures
• Champions and promotes the use of best practices within the organization and the IT audit function
• Evaluates control environments in light of emerging IT trends and technologies
• Performs IT/business risk assessments and develop audit testing plans
• Reviews and tests IT Sarbanes-Oxley controls and general IT controls
• Leads analysis of control deficiencies and influence management on corrective actions
• Updates and schedules control activities in GRC tool
• Executes special projects and corporate initiatives related to IT audit and controls
• Assists the external IT auditors as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a similar field.
• 10+ years of IT experience, with a minimum of 5 years’ experience as IT SOX Auditor or a similar role
• Excellent knowledge of SOX and ISO audits, processes, and tools
• Internal Auditor accreditation or willingness to achieve
• Prior IT Audit experience with publicly traded company preferred
• Technical writing experience is required. Experience with instructional content, educational writing, and technical writing is strongly preferred.
• Three or more years of experience managing timelines and being self-directed preferred.
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tool management (Administrative and/or Engineering) is preferred.
• Interview, gather, and understand content from subject-matter experts
• Ability to independently complete and assist in completing client SOX ITGC assurance assessments.
• Proficiency in IT Audit risk assessment techniques
• Proficiency in IT best practices and control frameworks
• Proficiency in relational database security concepts and platforms
• Knowledge of enterprise network and systems architecture concepts and technologies
• Proficiency with generally accepted IT project management methodologies
• Knowledge of Information security/protection concepts
• Experience with process mapping and controls identification
• Technical writing experience is required. Experience with instructional content, educational writing, and technical writing is strongly preferred.
• Three or more years of experience managing timelines and being self-directed preferred.
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tool management (Administrative and/or Engineering) is preferred.
• Interview, gather, and understand content from subject-matter experts
• Ability to independently complete and assist in completing client SOX ITGC assurance assessments.
• Proficiency in IT Audit risk assessment techniques
• Proficiency in IT best practices and control frameworks
• Proficiency in relational database security concepts and platforms
• Knowledge of enterprise network and systems architecture concepts and technologies
• Proficiency with generally accepted IT project management methodologies
• Knowledge of Information security/protection concepts
• Experience with process mapping and controls identification

COMPETENCIES

• Analytical Thinking – IT Auditors are able to grasp the underlying concepts in complex information, identify root causes of problems, and formulate solutions based on a synthesis of information.
• Information Seeking – They are driven by an underlying curiosity and desire to know more about things, people, or issues. This involves going beyond routine questions and includes digging or pressing for exact information; resolving discrepancies by asking a series of questions; or conducting less-focused environmental scanning for opportunities or miscellaneous information that may be used in the future.
• Creativity and Innovation – They tend toward divergent thinking and the propensity to question existing practices; challenge commonly held assumptions; originate new or radical alternatives to traditional methods, processes, and products; and build on others’ ideas.
• Learning Agility – They discern patterns in data, recognize relationships between concepts, and rapidly apply learning from one context to solve analogous problems in different contexts.
• Quality Focus – They ensure that all work in one’s own area of the business, throughout the organization, by vendors, suppliers, etc. is performed with excellence and to high standards for quality and integrity.
• Initiating Action – IT Auditors tend to be self-starters and to take a lead role in improving or enhancing a product or service, avoiding problems, or developing entrepreneurial opportunities. They often demonstrate a positive attitude toward getting things done and seek out additional responsibilities that may go beyond the scope of their formal job description.
• Time Management – They focus on completing all work tasks in a timely manner while remaining responsive enough to react to competing demands and shifting priorities. IT Auditors are able to manage multiple responsibilities while being organized, keeping on top of important time-sensitive tasks, and performing all work accurately.

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Wyoming.

**Along with a competitive compensation package, the company offers an excellent benefits package, including Medical, Dental, a defined contribution plan (e.g. 401(k)), life insurance, long term disability, a flexible spending account (FSA) and paid maternity/paternity leave.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.