Senior IT Auditor

Senior IT Auditor

Virginia Housing

Location: On-site at Headquarters (Chantilly, VA) with possible hybrid schedule Assignment Type: 1-year contract

Position Summary

Join Virginia Housing and help make a difference as a Senior IT Auditor.

This important role will execute risk-based audits of IT, operational, compliance, financial, and other processes. You will gain an understanding of business processes and IT controls to develop audit programs and perform testing for both design and operating effectiveness of controls. You will collaborate with business partners on audit findings, remediation plans, and report audit results. This position is responsible for full audit execution, including the reporting phase, and will participate in ad hoc or special projects in support of Internal Audit priorities.

Virginia Housing is one of the nation's premier housing finance agencies. Our mission is to help Virginians attain quality, affordable housing through innovative public-private partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute risk-based IT and integrated audits
• Develop IT audit programs and perform testing of controls (design and operating effectiveness)
• Collaborate with business partners on audit findings and remediation plans
• Prepare and deliver clear audit reports
• Participate in special projects as needed

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in internal/external audit, IT auditing, internal controls, or compliance
• Experience serving as a Senior Auditor
• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, Business/Economics, or related field
• Solid working knowledge of:
  • Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)
  • Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards
  • ISACA standards
  • U.S. GAAP
• Ability to perform audits autonomously and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate processes, controls, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Excellent project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships
• Unquestionable integrity, professionalism, and courage
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and committed

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications highly desirable:
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
• Strong understanding of IT foundational concepts (Logical Access, Change Management, IT Operations, Security) and associated risks/controls
• Experience with automated work papers and data analytics software
• Financial services or mortgage industry background

Additional Details

• Duration: 1-year assignment
• Work Arrangement: Primarily on-site at HQ; hybrid schedule possible depending on project sensitivity (final decision by manager)