Associate, Technology Audit

When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students. We’re on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. To help them Start smart. Learn big. Students need guidance navigating this important time in their life. They need someone who acknowledges that their education path is unique. They need a partner willing to evolve and not only meet but surpass their expectations. We’re changing. Because students need a better way. We’re looking for people who are excited to drive this transformation. To break barriers and think of new ways to adapt, help, and create better experiences for students—and for each other. This is where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives matter. It’s where you’re empowered to bring your authentic self to work. Feeling your best allows you to do your best. Our benefits take care of the whole you—from physical and mental to financial and professional. You’ll get opportunities to further your education and career, support for you and your family (including your pets!), paid time off to volunteer for the things that matter to you, and more. We’re obsessed with impact and making a real difference. For us, that means putting relationships first, asking “why not?” when tackling challenges, and continuously learning new skills. Come do more than join something, change something. For students, for future generations, for the future of education. Position Summary: Sallie Mae Bank’s Internal Audit department works to promote an effective control environment through risk-based audits, internal control testing, pre and post implementation reviews, special projects and risk and control education. With the support of the Internal Audit Senior and/or Internal Audit Manager, the Internal Auditor II will (1) assist in the planning, scoping, and execution of technology and integrated audits; (2) Ensure all assigned test work is properly performed and adequately documented in accordance with Internal Audit’s policies and procedures and IIA standards; (3) Understand, track, assess and follow-up on deficiencies/exceptions noted during testing; (4) Summarize and effectively report testing results both orally and in writing, and (5) With the support of the Internal Audit Senior and/or Audit Manager, perform special projects, critical process reviews, administrative activities, and special investigations as necessary. Key Responsibilities: Key duties and responsibilities, in descending order of importance. Where possible, estimate the percentage of time spent on each key responsibility. 1. Assist with the planning and execution of fieldwork for operational, financial, regulatory, and technology internal audits, special projects and reviews, including: 80% Conduct interviews with auditees to understand processes and gather information to support audit scope and processes Assist the Internal Audit Senior and/or Manager in developing the testing approach and work steps for assigned processes Complete assigned testing using appropriate sampling and data analysis techniques (utilizing IA’s audit methodology) Review business unit controls and evaluate management’s self-assessment testing. Perform control test work as needed Perform follow-up with auditees to obtain supporting documentation and explanations for any exceptions noted during fieldwork Complete detailed workpapers that are well organized, cross-referenced, well-supported, and thoroughly self-reviewed. Assess and communicate progress, findings, and results of assigned test work to Internal Audit Senior and/or Manager. Understand and follow Sallie Mae’s Internal Audit policies and procedures and IIA standards. Accurately record and track time spent on audit and administrative activities. Build relationships with peers and business partners to obtain a strong business understanding (i.e. working knowledge of business process within areas audited). Seek additional work and assist other team members as needed, to achieve department goals and objectives. 2. With the direction of Internal Audit Senior and/or Manager, assist in the execution of special projects, administrative activities, and special investigations as assigned. 20% Additional Position Responsibilities include: Carry out duties in compliance with all state and federal regulations and guidelines. Comply with all company policies and procedures. Remain current in profession and industry trends Make a positive contribution as demonstrated by: Making suggestions for improvement Continuous personal growth Working effectively in teams. Decision-Making and Authority: Describe key decision-making and authority of the position, indicating whether position has lead authority or participates in decisions. Include hiring, lending, investment, establishment of policies or controls. 1. Planning: With the support of the Internal Audit Senior or Manager, assist in the planning and/or execution of internal audit projects from beginning to end. These activities impact the overall quality of the internal audit activities provided to Sallie Mae. 2. Fieldwork: Execute fieldwork to include working directly with auditee to request audit evidence as needed. Verify conclusions resulting from audit fieldwork/testing with Internal Audit Senior or Manager. 3. Control Assessment: With the guidance of the Internal Audit Senior or Manager, evaluate controls for gaps/deficiencies. Evaluations will impact remediation efforts of business leaders, scope of internal audit projects, reporting of issues to executive management and the Audit Committee Position Requirements/Qualifications: Indicate minimum education, skills and experience required. If additional experience can be substituted for education, indicate additional years of experience required. Education: Bachelor’s Degree Experience: 1-3 years of IT auditing or relevant job experience Experience working in risk management and/or Sarbanes-Oxley function Experience in public accounting, internal audit, financial services industry or student loan industry Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of IT Auditing techniques Knowledge of IT general controls and application controls Knowledge of analytics tools such as MS Excel, SQL, ACL, etc. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Strong interpersonal skills, ability to prioritize and multi-task, and effective organizational skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Solid analytical aptitude and research skills Ability and willingness to travel out of town on a periodic, as needed, basis (approximately 30% of time) Other: CISA, CISSP, CISM or similar certifications preferred The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination by employers, in compensation and employment opportunities, against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with our without reasonable accommodation, can perform the “essential functions” of a job. A function may be essential for any of several reasons, including: the job exists to perform that function, the employee holding the job was hired for his/her expertise in performing the function, or only a limited number of employees are available to perform that function. Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest! Sallie Mae is proud to be an equal opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, gender identity, disability, Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Click here to view the U.S. Pay Transparency Policy, here for federal job applicant notices, and here to view the California Employee Privacy Notice. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please call (855) 756-2007 and choose option 9. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students. We’re on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. To help them Start smart. Learn big. Students need guidance navigating this important time in their life. They need someone who acknowledges that their education path is unique. They need a partner willing to evolve and not only meet but surpass their expectations. We’re changing. Because students need a better way. We’re looking for people who are excited to drive this transformation. To break barriers and think of new ways to adapt, help, and create better experiences for students—and for each other. This is where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives matter. It’s where you’re empowered to bring your authentic self to work. Feeling your best allows you to do your best. Our benefits take care of the whole you—from physical and mental to financial and professional. You’ll get opportunities to further your education and career, support for you and your family (including your pets!), paid time off to volunteer for the things that matter to you, and more. We’re obsessed with impact and making a real difference. For us, that means putting relationships first, asking “why not?” when tackling challenges, and continuously learning new skills. Come do more than join something, change something. For students, for future generations, for the future of education.