Senior IT Auditor

Senior IT Auditor

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#6440
W2 only
Remote only until Covid is resolved
Candidates local to Southern California are encouraged to apply

Seeking a Senior IT Auditor in the Irvine, CA area for a one year contract position.

Please note that the successful completion of a background check and drug screen will be required before starting.

Description:
Seeking an energetic and motivated professional with passion for data and technology to join a dynamic Global Internal Audit (GIA) team as a Senior IT Auditor. This role will report directly to the Regional IT Audit Director and will play a key role in delivering independent assurance over the design and effectiveness of internal controls within technology portfolio. GIA partners with business functions to identify areas of risk, share valuable insight and recommendations on processes and controls, and influence change to better mitigate business risks. As a member of GIA, you'll have the opportunity to learn about and advise on new products, data management, acquisitions, and other business initiatives. The candidate will receive training and coaching in leading internal audit practices and gain diverse experience.

Responsibilities:

• Support the planning, scoping and execution of local and global information technology / information systems and operational audits in accordance with the approved annual audit plan and in compliance with GIA and Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) standards


• Analyze information technology architecture across application data, server, network, and physical layers


• Test layers of computer systems (i.e., application, database, operating system, data, infrastructure) for information technology (IT) effectiveness


• Support the development of best in class IT audit approaches and methodologies


• Effectively communicate audit results to management


• Proactively follow-up, track, and close identified audit observations. Evaluate agreed upon action plan for effective mitigation of risk


• Support the risk assessment process for the development of an annual audit plan


• Performs follow-up on the status of outstanding internal audit issues, where needed


• Undertakes other ad hoc, project and investigation work as required.


• Acts as a champion for the concepts of internal control and risk.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, engineering, business, accounting, finance, or other information technology or audit related field


• Minimum of 2-4 years of relevant work experience in a public accounting firm, a professional services firm, or within industry in an IT audit or IT risk management capacity


• A strong understanding of IT processes and technology, with demonstrated proficiency in one or more of the following areas is required: ERP systems (i.e., Oracle), information security, program/project management, cloud computing and/or infrastructure services (i.e., operating systems, databases, network).


• Ability to identify and assess operational and information technology risks resulting in the development of an effective audit program


• A broad understanding, knowledge, and experience with IT application and general computer controls


• Able to work with minimal supervision and with integrated and remote project teams to achieve collective goals


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams


• Able to develop and maintain productive working relationships with project teams and clients


• Knowledge of auditing data loss prevention program, cloud services, encryption technology, mobile technology, application security and software development methodologies preferred

Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience at a public company in the financial services, information services, or technology sectors or top tier business consulting organization ("Big 4")


• Information systems certification or licensure (i.e., CISA, CISM, CISSP, etc.)


• Strong knowledge of audit methodology and techniques


• Strong project management and organizational skills


• Ability to navigate a complex environment and manage and coordinate multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment


• Data analytics experience (e.g., Alteryx, Tableau, SQL) preferred


• International work experience, or work within an international company preferred

Travel:
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%

Personal Characteristics:

• Drives performance


• Organized and able to multi-task


• Prioritizes and executes assigned tasks effectively and efficiently


• Learns quickly and adapts to change


• Action oriented


• Demonstrates potential to lead


• Faces difficult situations with integrity and tenacity


• Meets challenges with enthusiasm


• Works well in a team environment and builds strong relationships


• Supports fellow team members to meet shared goals


• Adheres to the highest ethical standards and values


• Challenges self to learn and improve

If you are interested in this position and feel you are qualified, please apply to JO#6440 along with a copy of your updated resume.