Performs Application, Information Technology, General Control, Security, and/or Advanced IT Business Process Audits while following established procedures and guidelines. Develops expertise in one or more business processes related to technology risk, mainframe, distributed environments, network infrastructure, and/or cybersecurity. Reviews system processes for conformity with bank policy, regulatory requirements, and risk of operation. Recognizes operational risks and control weaknesses associated with key IT business processes while analyzing and interpreting data. Identifies opportunity for improved preventative, corrective, and/or detective controls and makes recommendations for corrective actions. Utilizes or creates Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs) while interrogating the company's electronic information. May make recommendations for improvements and implement changes to CAATs, data analysis, and trending. Develops walkthroughs highlighting IT risks and controls. Prepares Audit Work Programs, steps and/or objectives based upon the Audit Plan and risk requirements.


Essential Job Responsibilities____________________________________


1. Performs Application, Information Technology, General Control, Security, and/or Advanced IT Business Process Audits while following established procedures and guidelines. Develops expertise in one or more business processes related to technology risk, mainframe, distributed environment, network infrastructure, and/or cybersecurity.


2. Reviews system processes for conformity with bank policy, regulatory requirements (i.e., SOX), and risk of operation.


3. Attends and participates in committee meetings as a representative of the Audit Department.


4. Recognizes operational risks and control weaknesses associated with key IT business processes while analyzing and interpreting data. Identifies opportunity for improved preventative, corrective, and/or detective controls and makes recommendations for corrective actions.


5. Utilizes or creates Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs) while interrogating the company's electronic information. May make recommendations for improvements and implement changes to CAATs, data analysis, and trending.


6. Provides, informs, and/or integrates data analytics and IT knowledge into the Operational Audit process.


7. Understands and uses bank terminology, core products, and processes. Maintains familiarity with bank applications and their file structures.


8. Understands accounting principles and the processes related to financial reporting.


9. Assists other Audit Departments (i.e., Financial, Operations and Credit Review) as necessary and provides technical expertise during their audit reviews.


10. Develops walkthroughs highlighting IT risks and controls. Prepares Audit Work Programs, steps and/or objectives based upon the Audit Plan and risk requirements.


11. Completes appropriate documentation, workpapers, and audit findings using automated audit software. Resolves audit exceptions with management prior to final presentation and assists in the creation of the final audit reports.


12. Informs Audit Supervisor(s) of audit progress and/or difficulties, and provides updates of potential changes or enhancements to work programs based upon circumstances encountered during the course of audit.


13. Coordinates and communicates with other departments and external auditors as necessary to facilitate the exchange of necessary information and documentation.


14. Leads audit projects and monitors time budgets accordingly during audits.


Bona Fide Occupational Qualifications_____________________________


1. A Bachelor's degree in MIS, Accounting, or related field and/or equivalent coursework and/or experience required.


2. A minimum of three years of experience with auditing and technology required.


3. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.


4. Ability to program (write code) in at least one language is preferred.


5. Fundamental knowledge of Information Technology systems as well as a solid understanding of accounting principles and the processes associated with financial reporting is necessary.


6. Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills required.


7. Must possess a valid driver's license and have the ability to travel regionally if necessary.


8. May be eligible for Telecommuting.




Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities


The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)