Senior IT Internal Auditor – Financial Services – Boston, MA
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior IT Internal Auditor to join our client who is a prominent financial services firm. As a Senior IT Internal Auditor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of our IT systems, processes, and controls. In this role, you will work closely with various stakeholders to assess risks, identify areas for improvement, and provide recommendations to enhance our overall IT governance and control environment.
Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive audits of our IT systems, processes, and controls to identify potential risks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
- Develop and execute comprehensive audit programs in alignment with industry best practices and internal standards
- Evaluate the design and effectiveness of IT controls and make recommendations for improvement, ensuring that appropriate remediation actions are taken
- Conduct thorough reviews of IT policies, procedures, and documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to industry standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide guidance and support on IT control frameworks, control self-assessment programs, and risk management initiatives
- Monitor and report on the progress of audit activities, ensuring timely completion of audit deliverables
- Stay updated on emerging IT risks, industry trends, and regulatory changes to continuously enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of our IT audit processes
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
- 2-5+ years of experience in IT internal audit or IT risk management within the financial services industry
- Professional certifications such as CISA or CISSP preferred
- Thorough knowledge of IT audit methodologies, standards, and best practices
- Must have strong experience with data analytical tools (i.e. Alteryx, Tableau, etc.)
- Must be able to read SQL queries
- Strong understanding of IT governance frameworks (e.g., COBiT) and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, PCI-DSS)
- Proficiency in conducting risk assessments and designing effective control mechanisms
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and assess risks and propose appropriate solutions
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and communicate complex information to stakeholders at all levels
For immediate consideration, please email your resume to Ryan at [email protected]
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