Senior IT Auditor

$95,000 - $105,000/Yr

System Administration - Austin, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Austin, TX

About the position

The Senior IT Auditor at the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is a full-time, non-tenured administrative role responsible for conducting comprehensive Information Systems Audits across various IT domains. This position plays a crucial role in evaluating IT applications, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and emerging threats, while also providing technical support in audit software and data analytics tools. The Senior IT Auditor acts as a technology champion, promoting change within evolving IT environments and reporting directly to the Chief Internal Auditor.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Information Technology Audits in accordance with accepted standards.
• Report audit findings and make recommendations to address risk and improve business operations.
• Perform special reviews and/or advisory projects at the request of the Chief Internal Auditor, CFO, or IT leadership.
• Provide support in areas related to general internal audits that include Information Technology controls.
• Evaluate, maintain, and provide support for audit software and other mission-critical software for internal audits.
• Evaluate IT functions and activities to determine the nature of operations and adequacy of internal controls.
• Determine the direction and scope of proposed audit efforts.
• Understand audit theory and internal control objectives, ensuring appropriate preparation of audit programs.
• Determine auditing procedures to be used, including statistical sampling and data analytics.
• Perform audits in a professional manner in accordance with an approved audit program.
• Obtain, analyze, and appraise evidentiary data to form an informed opinion on internal controls and operational efficiency.
• Direct, counsel, and instruct internal audit staff on IT issues.
• Make oral and written presentations to management discussing deficiencies and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepare formal written reports on the adequacy of internal controls and operational efficiency.
• Appraise the adequacy of corrective actions taken to improve deficient conditions.
• Attend user/programmer application meetings to evaluate and propose internal controls throughout the system development life cycle.
• Maintain competencies in IT and auditing through professional development activities.
• Conduct consulting assignments independently or as part of a team.
• Gather necessary data and interview clients to define existing problems and understand project needs.
• Identify challenges, solve problems, and manage time appropriately.
• Prepare reports for management outlining problems encountered and possible alternatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, accounting, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five years progressive experience in formal IT auditing, including logical security, network security, change management, data privacy, and application controls.
• Relevant certification (CISA, CISSP, CISM, CPA, CIA, etc.) strongly preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of IT internal controls and general audit practices and procedures.
• Conformance with internal audit standards and IT control frameworks.
• Professionalism, initiative, and objectivity.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to evaluate complex data.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with management of data analytics software and audit management software.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan