IT Risk Senior Associate – SOX, Internal Audit

Grant Thornton (US)

. Participate in client engagements from start to completion .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $101,200 - $129,030 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in IT Internal Audit, Risk Management, and Compliance, with a strong focus on assessing IT controls and implementing effective solutions. Proficient in utilizing analytics tools and methodologies to enhance project execution and client service.

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IT Internal AuditRisk ManagementCISA CertificationSOX ComplianceIT Control Assessment

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Hard Skills

IT General ControlsApplication ControlsERP System ConfigurationCybersecurity Risk ManagementControl Testing ProceduresGRC SolutionsIdentity and Access ManagementData AnalyticsProcess ControlsOperating System Assessment

Soft Skills

Client ServiceCommunicationAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProject Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft VisioOffice SuiteACLIDEAQlikViewQlikSenseTableauSpotfireSAPOracle

Certifications & Qualifications

CISACISSPCISMCPA

Industry Keywords

COBITNIST CSFIT Risk Management StandardsInternal Audit FunctionProfessional Services Firm

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityERPOracleTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in client engagements from start to completion
Execute and report on assigned project tasks involving co-sourced and outsourced IT internal audit
Conduct IT internal control assessments and IT risk management program assessments
Test IT control design and operating effectiveness for SOX and other compliance requirements
Help clients design and implement IT controls
Understand clients' industries, objectives, strategies, operations, processes, IT systems, and controls
Execute IT control testing procedures based on engagement scope and client risk factors
Apply innovative and analytical approaches to solve client business issues and improve project execution
Work with project teams and clients to deliver services according to project leadership and client expectations
Collaborate with colleagues across Advisory Business Lines and Grant Thornton service lines, including Audit and Tax Services
Meet or exceed defined performance metrics
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, MIS, or a related field is required
Minimum 2 years of related work experience with a professional services firm, or part of an internal audit function
CISA, CISSP, CISM, CPA license/certification preferred
Understanding of IT risk management and cybersecurity risk management standards, including COBIT and NIST CSF
Experience assessing the design and operating effectiveness of IT risk management and IT controls, including IT general controls and application controls
Experience assessing ERP system configuration and controls; SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, or JD Edwards experience is a plus
Experience assessing SAP ECC, S/4 HANA, BASIS, security administration, and process controls is a plus
Strong understanding of IT general controls and current focus areas of external financial statement auditors
Experience assessing GRC and Identity and Access Management solutions is a plus
Experience assessing at least one operating system, database system, and IT infrastructure/network component
Experience with ACL, IDEA, QlikView, QlikSense, Tableau, Spotfire, or other analytics and visualization solutions
Ability to execute multiple engagements and complete priorities in a rapidly growing team environment
Exceptional client service, communication, analytical, organizational, and project management skills
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Visio and Office Suite applications
Can travel as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career path with more opportunity, flexibility, and support
Resources, environment, and support to help you excel
Ability to collaborate across Advisory Business Lines and Grant Thornton service lines