Senior IT Auditor

Wings Credit Union•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role supports the execution of the IT audit plan, encompassing all phases from planning and risk assessment to walkthroughs, process documentation, operating effectiveness testing, and reporting. The Senior IT Auditor will operate independently with limited oversight from the Manager of IT Audit. Responsibilities include monitoring project status and budget, identifying gaps and proposing solutions to minimize losses from inadequate processes, systems, or human error, and escalating risks as appropriate. The role also involves reviewing workpapers, coaching staff auditors, and providing on-the-job training. A key aspect of this role is leveraging data analytics and AI-enabled techniques to enhance audit coverage, efficiency, and insight. Assistance will be provided for IT portions of internal/external/forensic audits, special projects, and continuous auditing and monitoring. The Senior IT Auditor will stay informed about emerging technologies and risks affecting the credit union's strategies, objectives, processes, and controls.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology Management, Business Administration with a focus on Information Systems, or similar field (Preferred)
5+ years' combined experience in audit, information security, network administration, or related work experience requiring the implementation and operational verification of information systems and associated security controls (Required)
5+ years' IT audit related experience acquired in a bank, credit union, or other financial services focused entity (Preferred)
Knowledge of the application of contemporary internal auditing theory, auditing standards, procedures, and techniques.
Knowledge and experience with IT controls included in IT systems, business information systems, and associated IT risks.
Experience working with a variety of technology platforms.
Good understanding of technology processes (i.e. Change management, security operations, technology operations, and application controls).
Understanding of management principles, general business systems, and internal controls.
Understanding of financial institutions and applicable regulatory oversight specific to financial institutions.
Good oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to hold information in strict confidence.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of Office products (Word, Access, Excel, and Visio in particular).
Experience working with a variety of technology platforms and performing network, internet, database, and technical audits as these relate to business systems.
Aptitude for detail / analytical work
Working knowledge of computer assisted audit techniques and automated software.
Cert Info Sys Auditor within 1 Year required
Related nationally accredited Auditor designation agreed upon by the VP of Internal Audit within 1 Year required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology Management, Business Administration with a focus on Information Systems, or similar field
5+ years' IT audit related experience acquired in a bank, credit union, or other financial services focused entity

Responsibilities

Supports IT audit engagements end-to-end (planning, fieldwork, reporting, and QA review) in accordance with IIA standards, ensuring timely completion of all phases and coordination with audit management.
Executes and reviews IT audit testing, including initial review and limited reperformance of staff workpapers to validate accuracy, completeness, and adherence to audit programs.
Serves as a key point of contact and IT subject matter expert for business lines, facilitating walkthroughs, meetings, and ongoing communication throughout the audit lifecycle.
Performs root cause analysis (primarily low/moderate risk) with some guidance, incorporating feedback and coaching into execution and staff development.
Drafts core audit deliverables (scope, request lists, status updates, reports) with minimal errors and supports ongoing reporting to audit leadership.
Assists with project oversight and team development by monitoring audit progress and budget-to-actuals, escalating risks or delays, providing staff oversight and coaching, supporting training needs, and staying current on industry and audit practices.
Stays informed of developments within the credit union industry and IT audit processes through reading of publications, alerts, and training and periodically discusses impacts of industry trends on the audit plan with the Manager of IT Audit.
Remains cognizant of and adheres to Wings policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.