Associate IT Auditor - Full-time / Part-time

IT Audit Associate Now Accepting Resumes for this Direct Hire Opportunity within the Financial Services Industry! (Local Candidates Only) Who We Are We are the people putting people back to work. We are the leaders of the new normal and we have been since 1997. Providing jobs, solutions and a deep competence for a new economy. We supply the skills that propel life forward. We inspire individuals to find their third, fourth and their umpteenth gear. We are an engine of opportunity. We are the gateway from good to great. Welcome to the new normal. Welcome to Integrity Staffing Solutions. Engine of Opportunity. Engine of the new economy. Job Summary We are currently seeking an experienced IT Audit/Risk Associate in the greater Hartford area. Our client is one of the largest diversified financial services organizations in the world with operations in more than 50 countries. They are a leading provider of financial products and services for individuals and businesses, including life insurance, annuities, mutual funds, retirement plans, and employee benefits. They truly believe in making things easier for their employees and clients and understand the link between employee and customer satisfaction. They provide a different type of employee experience that recognizes employee contribution and acknowledges individual needs, interests and stages in life. Responsibilities Participate in the design, scope and administration of a comprehensive internal audit plan by performing enterprise risk assessment and planning associated with specific risk areas Effectively manage an audit from end to end; effectively manage audit team members within the context of the audit Participate in creating and leading changes by identifying pragmatic improvement opportunities Effectively managing his/her own development through professional education programs in the areas of audit, regulatory, and technical training Provide subject matter expertise to audit execution in IT risk including the evaluation of IT Risk management and controls Participate in risk assessments and be involved in activities to identify enterprise-wide risks across IT Systems, Applications, Infrastructure, Security, and IT-related business processes across multiple business areas Review and evaluate risks and control processes related to systems and applications, information processing facilities, systems development, enterprise architecture, networks, telecommunications, intranets and extranets, and IT governance Review and evaluate the technology innovation process across the firm including risk profiling of existing and new technologies and projects and the analysis of the firm's innovative capabilities Review and evaluate IT vendor management processes and controls Serve as an IT Audit subject matter specialist on integrated audits across multiple business areas Take an enterprise-wide view of the IT systems control environment Understand emerging business initiatives, the supporting IT requirements and advise on associated risks and controls Advise business units on the IT change control process and associated enterprise-level risks Coordinate and direct reporting of results of audits and escalates issues regarding enterprise risk matters to executive management, the Board, and the Audit Committee Proactively partner with the business to provide audit consultation and subject matter expertise for new business strategies Qualifications Ability to translate risk areas into specific projects within the audit plan Ability to influence key clients with suggested audit solutions Ability to lead, coach and advise team members Builds effective and collaborative relationships among management, peers and direct reports Strong analytical and problem solving skills Proactively identifies and resolves issues Excellent written and verbal communication skills Demonstrates and encourages continuous learning and sharing of best practices Learns about the business including financials and products as appropriate Keeps abreast of policies, practices, trends, affecting the business and organization Integrates new information into decision making and is receptive to new organizational policies, procedures, and structures Strong knowledge of internal controls, business processes, COSO and IIA standards Advanced understanding of key regulatory frameworks (SOX, Basel I&II, etc.) and associated IT risks Advanced knowledge of application, IT infrastructure and information management Experience REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: 5+ years of experience in IT auditing, IT Risk Management and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification Preferred: CISSP, CISM, CIA, CPA, CGEIT, PMP or other relevant certifications Bachelor's degree with a major/minor or emphasis in Finance, Accounting, Business or Computer Science Helpful: 5+ years of experience with IT system design, development, administration, or security Helpful: Industry knowledge (i.e. investment management, retirement services, life Insurance or financial services) Additional Details Employment Type: Direct Hire Full medical, dental, and retirement benefits, plus other supplemental benefits Opportunities for professional growth Integrity Staffing Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen. AFMON AFCB1 OPENAF Tags: CISSP, CISM, CIA, CPA, CGEIT, PMP, IT, INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, RETIREMENT SERVICES