What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Auditor position at Touro University New York?
Overview
The IT Auditor will be responsible for performing information technology, information security, operational compliance, and special projects. This position will participate in the risk assessment process to identify the key areas requiring review and perform the planning, fieldwork and reporting phases of an audit engagement. This role requires timely delivery of high-quality work product. The IT Auditor evaluates the adequacy of internal controls and operational effectiveness accuracy in compliance with all applicable directives and regulations. Also, the IT Auditor should bring expertise and insights into the planning and execution of audits with solid understanding to accomplish the objectives of the functions and overall business. This position can either be in person or remote.
Responsibilities
The Internal Audit Information Technology Auditor’s responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:- Plan and execute the day-to-day activities of IT audit engagements for clients including system development package implementation, SSAE 18 readiness assessments, and/or platform reviews within multiple industries
- Evaluate the design and effectiveness of technology controls throughout the business cycle
- Identify and communicate IT audit findings to senior management and clients
- Help identify performance improvement opportunities for assigned clients
- Must understand internal auditing theories and techniques including types of controls and testing procedures as well as related work paper standards.
- Assess Information Technology (IT) control environment in order to perform IT audits (i.e. application network security database infrastructure IT governance systems development physical security), determine internal audit scope, and develop annual plans.
- Perform risk-based audit/consultative fieldwork included but not limited to: risk assessment, conducting meetings, walkthroughs, process maps, and create sufficient audit workpapers to support findings and recommendations.
- Obtain, analyze, and evaluate internal and external documentation, previous reports, data flowcharts, regulatory pronouncements, etc.
- Prepare and present reports that reflect audit’s results and document process.
- Identify process improvement opportunities or best practices to strengthen the internal control environment including cost saving opportunities.
- Follow up periodically with the auditees to determine implementation of prior audit recommendations.
- Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure control management over operations’ effectiveness, financial reliability, and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations.
- Liaison between IT consultants and clients during IT engagements.
- Update the internal audit department website when necessary.
- Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques, and performance standards
- Oversee, guide, and mentor interns and volunteers.
- Perform administrative responsibility including but not limited to scheduling meetings, submission of travel and expense reimbursement, ordering supplies, presenting and preparing presentations, etc.
Qualifications
Education/ Experience- Bachelor’s degree in accounting information systems or a related business field required.
- 1-2 years of experience information technology, auditing experience
- CISSP/ITIL/CISA preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Visio
- Able to lift up to 5 lbs.
Maximum Salary
USD $75,000.00/Yr.Minimum Salary
USD $60,000.00/Yr.Salary : $75,000 - $0