Information Technology Auditor

First Orion•North Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The Information Technology Internal Auditor performs IT audit activities across the organization, conducts process reviews, and completes assigned ad hoc projects. The role evaluates IT controls over infrastructure, networks, applications, and databases, applying knowledge of IT corporate governance and internal control assessment methodology. It ensures internal audit examinations are executed professionally, on time, and in accordance with professional standards. The auditor assists with audit engagements and validation procedures, evaluates IT general and application controls, prepares audit documentation, and leads audit planning, testing, and development of potential findings and recommendations. The role also involves organizing work within established budgets and timelines, communicating professionally with audit teams and clients, maintaining client relationships, supporting special projects, coordinating information across teams, and updating audit programs to address legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements. The auditor analyzes audit data and trends to identify potential compliance violations and provide timely notifications. First Orion describes itself as a market leader in branded communications technology and a trusted partner to Fortune 500 companies and major U.S. mobile carriers. The company says it has been voted a Great Place to Work. This position is not eligible for employment-based immigration visa or status sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information System, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, or another business-related discipline.
At least four years of professional experience in information technology, cybersecurity, or IT audits.
At least five years of project or program management experience, including planning, coordinating, and delivering projects within established timelines.
Strong critical-thinking skills, including the ability to assimilate new information, make sound decisions, and manage multiple tasks.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to plan ahead and multitask.
Team-oriented, positive, willing to learn in a fast-paced environment, self-starting, and able to accept responsibility for meeting deadlines.
Intermediate-level or higher proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Demonstrable background in data collation and reporting for upper management, customer audit requirements, and compliance audit requirements.
Eligible to work in the United States and able to demonstrate proper work authorization as required by I-9 compliance.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information, Economics, or a related discipline.
Three to five years of experience performing IT audits.
Experience in the telecommunications industry.
Knowledge of technology and information security risk management principles and standards such as COSO/COBIT, NIST, ITIL, and ISO/SOC Cybersecurity Framework.
Knowledge and experience with ISO 27001 security controls, including logical and physical security, network and application security, change management, and computer operations.

Responsibilities

Assist in completing internal audit engagements and validation procedures in accordance with department methodology and professional standards.
Evaluate IT general controls, including logical access, program changes, backups, job scheduling, IT maintenance procedures, and physical security.
Evaluate application controls, including configurable system parameters and switches, segregation of duties, and end-user computing, using tools such as Access, SQL, and other reporting and query tools.
Prepare work papers and document audit evidence, process documentation, control identification and assessment, flow charts, and testing in accordance with internal audit documentation requirements.
Lead development of audit planning memoranda, audit programs, and testing approaches.
Lead the writing of potential audit issues when exceptions are identified, considering root causes and recommending operational improvements.
Organize and complete work within established budgets and timeframes.
Communicate proactively and professionally with audit teams and clients, and develop professional relationships with client contacts.
Perform special projects, including investigations and risk assessments, and other assigned duties.
Work across teams to collate and refine information needed for internal audit objectives.
Create an updated internal audit program at least annually to satisfy legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
Analyze internal audit data and trends to identify potential compliance violations and send timely, appropriate notifications.