Lead IT Internal Auditor - IT Issue Follow Up (Open to Remote)

Company Description

At Fannie Mae, futures are made. The inspiring work we do helps make a home a possibility for millions of homeowners and renters. Every day offers compelling opportunities to impact the future of the housing industry while being part of an inclusive team thriving in an energizing, flexible environment. Here, you will grow your career and help create access to fair, affordable housing finance.
 

Job Description

Our team of trusted audit professionals evaluates every aspect of Fannie Mae’s IT environment. From on-premises environments to cutting edge cloud services, our audits cover the broad range of exciting technologies Fannie Mae uses, providing for a challenging environment with tremendous opportunities for personal growth.  

Within IT Audit, the IT Audit Issue Follow-up team focuses on validating the remediation of significant IT related issues stemming from regulators, management self-identified issues, as well as audit identified issues.  In this highly visible position, you will lead planning, executing, and reporting the results of IT related issue validation while also monitoring the overall IT risk environment. As a lead, you will play a pivotal role in coaching and mentoring other team members. 

THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE

The Lead IT Internal Auditor role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while helping to improve the governance, risk, and control environment of Fannie Mae. You will act as a key driver of change within Internal Audit and across the organization. Key responsibilities include:  

• Apply specialized technical expertise to opine on issue validation in often complex areas, such as cyber security, resiliency, and complex infrastructure environments both in the cloud and on-premises. 
• Work with management across the issue management life cycle, providing pro-active feedback on the progress of issue remediation and potential gaps in remediation. 
• Use a risk-based approach to develop and adjust follow-up plans as appropriate and determine areas requiring additional analysis.  
• Provide day-to-day project management oversight of other IT Auditors (including project guidance and coaching). Conduct first level review of work and documentation; leverage IT Audit Manager/Director guidance as needed. Communicate project team and follow-up objectives; inspire and motivate team members to achieve results. 
• Conduct testing of highly complex technical topics with autonomy and a keen focus on the highest risk areas.  
• Act as a source of knowledge related to technical domains and coaching junior staff. 
• Assist in creating regular points of view on overall issue remediation trends by compiling and analyzing relevant data. 
• Build and maintain relationships with business partners. Provide advice and share Internal Audit knowledge with business partner managers and staff. 

Given Fannie Mae’s extensive use of cloud technologies, this position requires a strong background in cloud technologies or the commitment to quickly come up to speed and become certified. 

Qualifications

Minimum Required Experience

• 4 years of experience in IT Audit, IT Risk Management, or Information Security

Desired Experience

• 7+ years of experience in IT Audit, IT Risk Management, or Information Security 
• Master’s degree and/or Master of Business Administration in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, or related area of study 
• One or more of the following certifications:  CISA, CISSP, CEH, CRISC, CISM 
• Strong project management skills 
• Excellent understanding of cloud technologies, such as Amazon Web Services 
• Exposure to cyber security 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Critical thinking and data analytics skills

Additional Information

IT - Internal Audit - Lead Associate/ REF12415D

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Fannie Mae is primarily a hybrid company.  We embrace flexibility for our employees while providing office space for in-person work and collaboration.  This role is classified as open to remote. If you speak with a Recruiter, they will provide you with more information about the definition of this classification.

Fannie Mae is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, personal appearance, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the application