Senior Associate, Technology Audit - Data Analytics

Sallie Mae - Salt Lake City, UT

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Salt Lake City, UT

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The Senior Associate, Technology Audit - Data Analytics at Sallie Mae is responsible for planning and executing technology-focused audits. This role evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of IT controls and assesses the overall IT governance framework to ensure compliance and risk management in technology operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive technology audits, including IT general controls, application controls, system development life cycle, cybersecurity, and other related areas.
• Assess IT processes, systems, and controls to identify risks, evaluate their impact, and recommend appropriate remedial actions.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of IT governance, risk management, and internal control processes.
• Identify control deficiencies and areas for improvement, and provide practical and actionable recommendations to enhance IT controls and processes.
• Conduct post-audit follow-up to verify the implementation and effectiveness of recommended actions.
• Prepare clear and concise audit reports, summarizing findings, recommendations, and management responses.

Requirements

• Proficient in evaluating and testing IT general controls, application controls, and cybersecurity controls.
• Experience in assessing emerging technology risks, such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and blockchain.
• Familiarity with auditing data analytics and automated controls is advantageous.
• Solid knowledge of industry regulations and standards (e.g., SOX, GDPR, ISO 27001).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify control deficiencies and propose practical solutions.
• Strong project management abilities, including the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field. A master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., CISA, CISSP) are a plus.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in technology audit, IT risk management, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• Generous PTO, Floating Holidays and 12 Federal Holidays observed
• Support for financial-well-being and retirement 401k with employer match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and more
• Employer paid short-term/long-term disability and basic life insurance
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs
• Free access to on-site staffed fitness centers (in Delaware) and gym subsidy (for locations outside Delaware)
• Confidential counseling support (EAP), Health Advocacy services and Wellness program with financial incentives
• Tuition Reimbursement and Family Scholarship Programs
• Career development and training opportunities