Advanced Internal Auditor (Information Technology)

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A Day in the Life of an Advanced Internal Auditor (IT)

Under the direction of the Internal Audit AVP & Director, performs risk-based internal audit activities for the Company and its subsidiaries. Performs risk-based integrated reviews of operating systems, databases, applications, systems cybersecurity controls, and management controls of the Company. Provides assistance to the external auditors and regulatory auditors while maintaining effective working relationships with business unit management. Serves as in-charge auditor for certain assigned audit projects and supervises staff auditors and college interns assigned to the project.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs risk-based audit procedures on scheduled audit projects in accordance with approved risk-based audit programs and in a timely, efficient and professional manner, demonstrating a working knowledge of internal control concepts for each audit project.
• For assigned audit projects, clearly documents and evaluates the internal controls present in the manual and automated systems being reviewed, identifying internal control strengths and weaknesses.
• Prepares audit work papers that accurately and sufficiently document audit tests performed, in accordance with departmental guidelines, i.e., Audit Procedures Manual (APM).
• Prepares summary memoranda, closing conference agenda, planning meeting memos, etc., that accurately describe results of tests performed, the nature of control weaknesses and exposures, and identify practical recommendations for improvements.
• Serves as the lead in-charge auditor on small- to medium-size audit projects that have a low to medium level of difficulty and risk.

Qualification Criteria

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field of study.
• Proven working knowledge of internal control concepts and risk-based audit techniques.
• Exposure to automated systems, including mainframes and Local Area Network- and Wide Area Network-based applications.
• Solid project management with proven experience successfully planning, executing and maintaining a project from start to finish.
• Proven strong analytical skills, including demonstrated experience identifying, defining and resolving problems, and collecting or interpreting data to establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Premier Benefits to Support You

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with pension options.
• Paid time off increasing with tenure.
• Tuition reimbursement and individualized career development plans.
• Parental leave and maternity leave with a 4-week transition back to work.
• Access to on-site amenities like a fitness center, cafeteria and more.
• Extensive employee discount program.

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