Senior IT Auditor – Digital Risk Services

Elliott Davis

. Assist with planning and performing IT audits, including documenting technology environments, systems, processes, risks, and controls.

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates foundational understanding of IT audit processes, internal controls, and technology risks while effectively communicating findings and recommendations. Proficient in executing IT general controls testing and collaborating with clients to enhance audit quality and compliance.

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IT AuditSarbanes-Oxley TestingInternal ControlsCertified Information Systems AuditorMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

IT General ControlsRisk ConsultingTechnology OperationsAudit ConceptsControl FrameworksTesting ProceduresEvidence DocumentationControl Gap IdentificationChange ManagementBackup and Recovery

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCritical ThinkingOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsClear Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Information Systems AuditorCertified Internal AuditorCertified Public Accountant

Industry Keywords

Federal Financial Institutions Examination CouncilBank Regulatory GuidanceClient DeliverablesEngagement StatusTechnology Risks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with planning and performing IT audits, including documenting technology environments, systems, processes, risks, and controls.
Execute testing of IT general controls, including access security, user administration, change management, computer operations, backup and recovery, and related governance controls.
Support bank IT audits using applicable Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council guidance and other banking regulatory expectations.
Perform Sarbanes-Oxley information technology control testing, including IT general controls, automated controls, information technology-dependent manual controls, and key report testing.
Obtain and review policies, procedures, system configurations, reports, screenshots, tickets, and other evidence; follow up with client contacts when additional support is needed.
Prepare clear, complete, and accurate workpapers describing procedures, evidence, testing results, and conclusions.
Identify potential control gaps or exceptions, evaluate their significance, and help develop practical recommendations.
Communicate engagement status, open requests, identified issues, and scheduling concerns to the engagement team.
Participate in client meetings and interviews to understand processes, gather information, and explain testing requests.
Assist with drafting audit findings, recommendations, internal audit reports, risk assessments, and other client deliverables.
Build knowledge of client operations, industry practices, applicable control frameworks, and emerging technology risks.
Collaborate with team members, accept coaching, and contribute to a consistent, high-quality client experience.
Manage assigned tasks across multiple engagements and meet established deadlines and quality expectations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, information systems, computer science, cybersecurity, business, or a related field required.
Zero to two years of relevant experience in IT audit, internal audit, external audit, risk consulting, information security, technology operations, or a related field. Internship experience may be considered for an entry-level candidate.
Foundational understanding of technology risks, internal controls, and audit concepts.
Exposure to IT general controls, Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, or bank regulatory guidance is preferred but not required for a lower-level associate.
Professional certification, or progress toward a certification such as Certified Information Systems Auditor, Certified Internal Auditor, or Certified Public Accountant, is preferred but not required.
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with clients and team members.
Ability to learn new systems and audit approaches, manage multiple assignments, work both independently and as part of a team, and respond constructively to feedback.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
Access to reliable transportation for travel to assigned client locations, when required.
Ability to work additional hours on occasion based on client and engagement needs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous time away and paid firm holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s
flexible work schedules
16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave
8 weeks of paid parental leave
4 weeks of paid caregiver leave (once eligible)
first-class health and wellness benefits, including wellness coaching and mental health counseling
one-on-one professional coaching
Leadership and career development programs
access to Beyond: a one-of-a kind program with experiences that help you expand your life, personally and professionally