Our client is seeking an exceptional Senior Technology Auditor to lead and oversee technology-focused audits within our organization, ensuring robust risk management and compliance with industry standards. This role involves guiding audit teams, evaluating technology-related risks and controls, and fostering strong client relationships to drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Expertise

Audit Planning and Execution:

• Develop detailed process maps and narratives for audited areas to pinpoint technology risks, assess critical controls, and design effective testing methodologies.
• Leverage advanced audit tools, such as Computer-Assisted Auditing Techniques (CAATs), to streamline and enhance audit processes.

Control Testing and Reporting:

• Oversee comprehensive testing of technology controls, ensuring alignment with established protocols and standards.
• Review audit programs, staff assignments, and testing outcomes to ensure accuracy and thoroughness.
• Approve audit findings, conclusions, and draft reports, tailoring content based on audit complexity.
• Utilize CAATs to generate insightful reports where applicable.

Ongoing Monitoring:

• Conduct continuous risk surveillance and business monitoring activities.
• Support special projects as directed by the Audit Manager or Functional Audit Lead.

Client Engagement

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with technology stakeholders.
• Provide timely, actionable responses to management inquiries on critical technology matters.
• Offer consultative guidance to clients during the implementation of new systems or processes, ensuring robust control frameworks.
• Track and verify client progress on resolving high-risk technology issues, ensuring effective follow-through.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to management, fostering collaborative solutions.

Leadership and Innovation

• Lead technology audit fieldwork, ensuring compliance with auditing standards and protocols.
• Identify and implement practical improvements to audit processes and controls.
• Supervise and mentor audit staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Engage with senior leadership, including the Chief Audit Executive and Executive Leadership Team, to align audit objectives with organizational goals.

Qualifications and Skills

Experience:

• 6+ years of technology auditing experience, with a preference for candidates with supervisory or lead auditor roles.
• Familiarity with the financial services or insurance sector highly preferred.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CISA, CISSP) are preferred.

Technical Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of IT auditing frameworks, including COBIT, ISO 27001, and IIA standards.
• Proficiency in assessing Accounting/Financial, IT, and Compliance risks.
• Experience with audit management platforms (e.g., ServiceNow) and data analytics tools is a plus.

Leadership and Communication:

• Proven ability to lead teams, manage professionals, and achieve collective goals.
• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills to identify and resolve issues proactively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for engaging stakeholders and presenting findings.
• Commitment to continuous learning and sharing best practices within the team.

Work Style:

• Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives.
• Proactive approach to identifying risks, resolving issues, and driving improvements.