Senior Information Technology Auditor

Job Description

Under the direction of the Manager, this position is responsible for planning, directing, organizing and executing audits of Information Technology (IT) and Information Security (IS) functions of organization. If applicable or appropriate, assists in assessing business unit’s compliance with applicable laws, regulations, regulatory requirements and Bank policies and procedures, including but not limited to those related to Fair Banking, Anti-Money Laundering laws and regulations, Bank Secrecy Act and USA PATRIOT Act.

• Performs audit field work: executes audit procedures in accordance with the approved audit program, Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards, and department policies and procedures. Prepares work papers documenting the audit procedures performed, information obtained, and conclusions reached. Meets budgets for the assigned areas audited, identifies major internal control weaknesses and value-added recommendations related to inefficient and ineffective procedures. Clearly documents all audit findings and communicates audit findings to auditee.
• Plans and conducts audits: identifies scope of audit, prepares risk and control matrix to evaluate internal controls and develops the nature and extent of the audit program steps to address risk associated with the auditable entity. Prepares narratives to document and identify the significant auditable areas of the department’s business including its operations and controls. Prepares time budget, schedules, assigns and completes audit procedures, documents planning results in a memorandum, research laws and regulations, and standard procedures manuals.
  
  Meets with auditees to discuss audit scope, objectives, and timing.
• Performs post fieldwork: resolves all open items in a timely and efficient manner, prepares the audit report utilizing department standards of report writing, holds closing conference and prepares written evaluation of other staff members assigned to audit.
• Performs all other miscellaneous responsibilities and duties as assigned

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, information systems, computer science or related field from an accredited institution or equivalent work experience. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or other relevant certifications preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 5 years of internal or external auditing experience or equivalent.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Demonstrated proficiency and expertise with personal computers in a networked environment and Microsoft Office applications or similar software. Knowledge of or ability to use Bank systems and software, including related business and audit software.
• Other
  
  Job Qualifications:
  
  Knowledge of internal control concepts. Demonstrated analytical, organizational, problem solving, oral and writing skills. Able to meet deadlines. Able to work in a team environment and successfully manage projects. Demonstrated leadership skills to train, develop and coach internal audit staff. Able to develop innovative solutions to improve business processes. Able to work flexible hours including holidays, weekends and evenings as necessary.
  
  Must be able to provide own transportation or to operate a vehicle with a valid driver’s license, and able to arrive at intended destination in a timely manner and/or as required. Travels by air as required.