IT Auditor (US)

IT Auditor

Job Title: IT Auditor
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience: 1–7 Years
Salary: $65,000–$125,000 per year
Locations: New York, NY | Austin, TX | Chicago, IL | Atlanta, GA | Dallas, TX
Work Mode: Hybrid / On-site
Industry: Information Technology, Risk & Compliance, Data Analytics

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented IT Auditor to evaluate IT systems, data processes, security controls, and technology-related risks. The ideal candidate will have experience in IT auditing, risk assessment, Python programming, statistical analysis, and data-driven evaluation methods. You will collaborate with IT, security, compliance, and business teams to ensure systems meet organizational policies and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct IT audits, risk assessments, and internal control evaluations.

• Review IT infrastructure, applications, databases, and information security controls.

• Use Python to automate audit testing, data analysis, and reporting.

• Apply statistical techniques to identify anomalies, trends, and potential control weaknesses.

• Evaluate system access controls, change management, backup procedures, and data integrity.

• Analyze technology processes and recommend improvements to reduce operational risks.

• Prepare audit reports, document findings, and track remediation activities.

• Collaborate with cybersecurity, compliance, IT operations, and internal audit teams.

• Support compliance with applicable frameworks such as SOX, NIST, ISO 27001, and COBIT.

• Maintain audit documentation and present findings to management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Accounting, or a related field.

• 1–7 years of experience in IT auditing, technology risk, IT controls, or a related role.

• Proficiency in Python for data analysis, scripting, and audit automation.

• Knowledge of statistics, data validation, sampling, and anomaly detection.

• Understanding of IT general controls (ITGCs), access management, and change management.

• Experience analyzing audit evidence and preparing clear technical reports.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications such as CISA, CIA, CISSP, or ISO 27001.

• Experience with SQL, Excel, Power BI, or other data analysis tools.

• Familiarity with cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

• Knowledge of machine learning frameworks and model evaluation techniques for auditing AI-driven systems.

• Understanding of cybersecurity risks, privacy controls, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Salary and Benefits

Estimated annual salary:

• Junior (1–3 years): $65,000–$85,000

• Mid-Level (3–5 years): $85,000–$105,000

• Senior (5–7 years): $105,000–$125,000

Benefits may include health insurance, paid time off, retirement savings plans, professional development, and certification reimbursement, depending on employer policy.

Work Locations

1. New York, New York

2. Austin, Texas

3. Chicago, Illinois

4. Atlanta, Georgia

5. Dallas, Texas

Equal Opportunity Statement: We welcome qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities.

Note: Salary ranges are estimates and may vary based on experience, qualifications, employer, and location. Hybrid or on-site arrangements will depend on the hiring organization.