Job Summary

The Senior Information Technology (IT) Auditor supports the IT Senior Audit Manager in the completion of the annual IT audit plan by planning and conducting IT internal audits, performing audit in-charge responsibilities, and conforming to the Internal Audit Charter and Standards.  IT internal audits include Information Technology and Information Security departments.

Essential Duties 

• Plan, execute, and report on results of assigned audits, including the following:

1. Develop and/or update audit programs, checklists and/or guides
2. Design, perform and document internal controls walkthroughs and testing to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of controls, compliance with laws and regulations, and efficiency/effectiveness of operations
3. Prepare process narratives, flow charts and descriptions of internal controls
4. Prepare comprehensive, clear, and concise audit work paper documentation that is free of grammatical errors
5. Compile and analyze audit issues identified in the audit
6. Identify improvement opportunities and develop recommendations for corrective/improvement action plans
7. Review work of assigned auditors 
8. Prepare audit reports
9. Conduct meetings with management upon commencement and completion of engagements to discuss scope and significant audit issues 

• Effectively perform audit in-charge responsibilities (i.e. planning, work paper review, report preparation, etc.)

• Effectively utilize down time, identify issues requiring research, and effectively research using appropriate resources

• Assist with various operations level work efforts including integrated audits and the annual risk assessment update
• Complete all assignments within established timetables to enable the issuance of all audit reports and other deliverables by the applicable deadlines

• Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with management, learning and understanding the business to better provide value-added services, help management achieve objectives, and enhance customer satisfaction

• As directed by the IT Senior Audit Manager, assist external auditors and regulators in the execution of their audits/examinations
• Maintain appropriate knowledge of Bank IT and IS operations
• Track and follow up on open IT audit issues for audit validation
• Perform special projects at the request of the Operations Senior Audit Manager
• Maintain a professional development plan to continually develop audit skills

Complies with all State and Federal Banking regulatory requirements, including but not limited to: BSA, Anti-Money Laundering, OFAC, CIP, Financial Elder Abuse Reporting, Sexual Harassment, Information Security and privacy requirements.  This position will elevate suspicious activity to supervisory staff. Completes compliance and other technical training workshops as assigned.

Non-Essential Duties 

• Be familiar with Bank’s practices, policies, and culture
• Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Sound judgment, integrity and commitment to ethical behavior
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Understanding of internal auditing standards, COSO, and risk assessment practices, audit principles, and awareness of IIA standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing

• Proficient with MS Office products
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently, with limited direction and guidance

• Detail oriented, accurate, and organized
• Strong time management skills

Officer Title Eligibility

For qualified positions, the Bank may designate an Officer Title to an employee who seeks and/or meets defined comp