IT Internal Auditor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Connecticut.

📋 Description

• Engage in Sarbanes-Oxley IT General Controls audits and technology-focused advisory reviews.

• Assist in risk assessments, evaluations of IT controls, and advisory projects related to governance, risk management, information security, and internal controls.

• Support evaluations of system implementations, cybersecurity measures, backup and recovery/disaster recovery strategies, and compliance efforts.

• Aid in post-acquisition assessments, enhancements to audit methodologies, initiatives for audit technology, data analytics projects, automation opportunities, and quality improvement activities.

• Help with audit planning, including technology and risk analysis, reviewing prior audit results, and assessing business risks.

• Take part in opening, status, and closing meetings with management and process owners.

• Carry out audit procedures and control testing, including SOX testing, and prepare detailed audit workpapers.

• Conduct analytical procedures and apply data analytics to detect trends, anomalies, control deficiencies, and potential risks.

• Contribute to advancements in data analytics, automation, artificial intelligence, and improvements in audit technology.

• Assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls and identify opportunities for process enhancements.

• Conduct interviews and meetings to gain insights into processes, risks, controls, and supporting evidence.

• Convey audit findings and assist in root-cause analysis and risk-based recommendations.

• Prepare audit findings, management suggestions, audit communications, reports, and presentations.

• Maintain audit documentation, testing results, findings, and action plans in Optro (AuditBoard).

• Oversee and validate corrective actions in response to audit findings.

• Stay informed about IT auditing standards, control frameworks, company policies, cybersecurity threats, emerging technologies, and industry best practices.

• Build relationships with personnel across the organization.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Cyber Security, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline is required.

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in public accounting, internal audit, external audit, risk management, or a similar field is preferred.

• Familiarity with IT risk management, information security principles, and technology infrastructure.

• Knowledge of manufacturing environments, business processes, and internal controls is preferred.

• Understanding of enterprise technologies, including ERP applications, operating systems, databases, and networking technologies.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), internal control frameworks, and risk-based auditing methodologies.

• Ability to comprehend business processes, identify risks and control gaps, and propose practical solutions and process improvements.

• Experience with or interest in data analytics, including data interpretation, trend identification, and supporting data-driven audit procedures.

• Ability to enhance Internal Audit data analytics capabilities through the development, refinement, and assessment of analytics procedures, tools, and reporting solutions.

• Commitment to ethical standards, integrity, objectivity, and confidentiality.

• Capacity to work effectively across various functions, cultures, and organizational levels.

• Ability to operate independently, prioritize competing demands, and deliver high-quality work with minimal supervision.

• Skill in managing multiple assignments and meeting deadlines in a dynamic environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Experience with data visualization, reporting, and analytics tools such as Power BI, AuditBoard, or similar platforms is preferred.

• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 20-30% of the time.

• Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, or equivalent are preferred; candidates pursuing relevant certifications are encouraged to apply.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual development plan featuring on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences.

• Comprehensive health benefits.

• Wellness incentives.

• Assistance with retirement savings.

• Paid time off.

• Paid holidays.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Performance-based bonus programs for select positions.