Auditor Sr - Data Management, Governance, and Operations

Position Title

Auditor Sr - Data Management, Governance, and Operations

New York, NY 10018

The Senior Auditor covering Data Management, Governance, and Operations will assist the Audit Manager in the preparation of audit documents associated with audit engagements, planning memorandums, preliminary opening documents, audit programs and wrap‑up documents. This position will assess data management, governance, and operations policies, standards, and supporting processes and assess compliance with relevant laws and regulatory requirements. This role will assess the effectiveness of internal controls to provide independent and objective assurance on the design and operating effectiveness of controls.

This position requires an understanding of banking operations, data governance principles, and risk management methodologies. You will execute audits to evaluate the bank's data management practices including data lineage, inventory tracking, and the implementation of data quality controls. You will work closely with departmental leaders to address audit findings and recommend improvements. This position requires an understanding of auditing standards, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to executing thorough, detailed audits to identify potential control gaps.

Pay Range: $84,878 - $140,049

Local Minimum Wage: $0.00 - $0.00

• Research relevant frameworks, guidelines, best practices, laws, and regulatory expectations to identify relevant inherent risks and create appropriate control tests. Execute fieldwork, request relevant information, analyze data for exceptions, and document audit testing and work papers in compliance with IIA professional standards and Flagstar IA methodology.
• Review testing results with management and assist in communications of control gaps.
• Independently monitor and challenge the effectiveness of data management practices across business units, ensuring alignment with internal risk appetite and external regulatory expectations.

• Assist the Audit Manager and designated employees with the audit planning process, including announcement memo, audit scope and planning, opening meeting, and work paper assignments under the direction of the Audit Manager.
• Assist in activities related to coordination of audit communications throughout the audit including status update meetings and exit meetings.
• Perform wrap‑up activities, including clearing of review notes and assisting in drafting findings, observations, and audit reports.

• Validate closure of audit issues via control testing and in accordance with IA methodology.

• Work with IT Audit Managers and IT / data analytics team members to plan to maximize opportunities for data analytics, automation, and continuous monitoring.

• Perform special projects and additional duties and responsibilities as required.
• Consistently adhere to regulatory and compliance policies and standards linked to the job as listed and complete required compliance training. Accountable to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

• Education level required:
  High School Diploma, GED, or foreign equivalent.
• Minimum experience required: 4+ Years in Internal Audit including experience covering data management, data governance, and/or audit operations.

• Education level preferred:
  Undergraduate Degree (4 years or equivalent) in finance, accounting, information systems, data management, or risk and control related discipline.
• Data Management, governance, or operations certification preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, or CDMP are preferred.
• Public accounting experience preferred.
• Financial institution industry experience is highly preferred.

• Deep expertise in data management principles, including data quality, metadata, lineage, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., DCAM, DAMA-DMBOK, BCBS 239).
• Broad knowledge of auditing and implications of the Sarbanes Oxley Act.
• Excellent analytical skills in identifying inherent risks and controls…