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

• New York, New York
• Austin, Texas
• Chicago, Illinois
• Atlanta, Georgia
• 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.