Staff Auditor - Technology

Travelers • Hartford, CT

4d • $79,600 - $131,400

About The Position

Under moderate supervision, the Staff Auditor participates in audits and compliance reviews of company technology functions. The role identifies risks and controls, executes testing procedures, documents results and conclusions, follows Corporate Audit methodology, and assists in developing written issues and recommendations for the business. The position does not manage others.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least 2 years of experience in IT or as an IT Auditor.
• Working knowledge of risk assessment and auditing principles, with experience in one or more technology disciplines such as network, database, business applications, or programming.
• Basic understanding of mainframe, distributed, network, or web-based technology environments.
• Introductory understanding of the relationships between financial, operational, and technology risks and controls, as well as the insurance industry.
• Basic knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
• Basic understanding of the audit cycle, universe, plan, and schedule, including business monitoring and SOX validation.
• Advanced skills with commonly used office software, including MS Office, email, and the internet.
• Ability to leverage CAATs to improve audit test efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ability to plan and organize tasks, manage time, be punctual, and be cost conscious.
• Ability to receive feedback, learn, and embrace continuous improvement.
• Effective verbal, written, and listening communication skills, including the ability to communicate with business management and document clear, concise work papers.
• Ability to build productive working relationships with coworkers, business management, and external parties.
• Ability to collaborate and maintain effective working relationships in a team.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or a related discipline.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor or related certification.

Responsibilities

• Participate in audits and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance reviews of company technology functions, using an understanding of technology processes, risk assessment techniques, and generally accepted auditing standards.
• Identify risks and test controls related to financial integrity, operational effectiveness, compliance with rules and regulations, and systems and data integrity.
• Develop and execute testing procedures and document test results for assigned audit or project sections.
• Analyze findings and test results and draw fact-based conclusions and appropriate recommendations.
• Prepare documentation in accordance with internal audit professional standards, best practices, and Corporate Audit's methodology.
• Contribute to preparing issues and findings, including recommendations for improvement.
• Consistently follow internal audit professional standards, best practices, and Corporate Audit's methodology.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage for employees and eligible family members from the first day of employment.
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) matching up to the first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum.
• Paying it Forward Savings Program contributions to an employee's 401(k) when the employee makes student loan payments.
• Pension Plan funded 100% by Travelers.
• At least 20 days of paid time off annually.
• Nine paid company holidays.
• Wellness program with tools, discounts, and resources.
• Mental health program with access to free professional counseling, health coaching, and other resources.
• Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level