IT Staff Auditor II

Sunflower Bank NA•Dallas, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is experiencing great growth and is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of full-time IT Staff Auditor II at their Dallas, TX Location. The IT Staff Auditor II is an individual contributor within the Internal Audit function, reporting directly to an Internal Audit Manager. This role supports the successful execution of the Internal Audit Plan by performing risk-based testing of IT and integrated controls to assess the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. The IT Staff Auditor II is responsible for executing audit test procedures across assigned engagements, including documenting work performed, evaluating control design and operating effectiveness, and identifying control gaps or inefficiencies. The position requires the ability to assess IT risks—such as access management, change management, operations, and data integrity—and to clearly communicate results and observations to audit management. The IT Staff Auditor II applies internal audit standards, departmental methodologies, and regulatory expectations in executing their responsibilities, while maintaining professional skepticism and audit quality.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and a minimum of five (5) years of previous IT internal audit experience within the financial services industry.
Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills, and common sense
Strong written and oral Communication skills
Excellent Interpersonal skills
Strong project management skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong Customer Focus Skills
Must be able to work flexible hours
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and objectivity
Ability to travel to other locations regularly
Must be bondable.

Nice To Haves

Audit certification such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CDPSE, etc. is preferred.

Responsibilities

Execute assigned IT and integrated audit procedures in accordance with the approved audit program, including testing of control design and operating effectiveness.
Perform risk-based testing over key IT processes, such as access management, change management, IT operations, and data integrity, to evaluate control effectiveness and identify potential control gaps.
Prepare and maintain audit workpapers that clearly document procedures performed, supporting evidence, testing results, and conclusions in accordance with Internal Audit standards and workpaper requirements.
Participate in walkthroughs and process discussions with business and IT stakeholders to develop an understanding of systems, processes, and key controls.
Identify control deficiencies, process weaknesses, or inefficiencies, and assist in developing well-supported audit observations, including root causes and potential risk impacts.
Communicate audit progress, findings, and potential issues to Internal Audit management in a timely and clear manner.
Assist in the preparation of audit deliverables, including summaries of testing results, issue documentation, and supporting analysis for audit reports.
Perform follow-up and validation procedures on management action plans to confirm remediation efforts have been effectively implemented.
Maintain an understanding of applicable regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies relevant to IT risk and controls.
Adhere to Internal Audit policies, procedures, and professional standards, maintaining independence, objectivity, and quality in all assignments.
Prioritize and manage multiple assignments effectively, providing regular status updates and meeting established timelines.
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Internal Audit function, including adoption of tools, methodologies, and data analytics techniques where applicable.
Perform the job in accordance with applicable industry laws and regulations as well as the policies and procedures established by the company.
Responsible for upholding Fair and Responsible Banking practices and Code of Ethics and Conduct guidelines.
Understand and participate in the Bank’s Community Reinvestment Act program.
Perform other duties as assigned.