IT Auditor - Cybersecurity
TALENT SHIFT · United States
- Hybrid
- Temporary
- $120,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Conduct cybersecurity IT audits for a banking client.
- Evaluate ITGC and cybersecurity control effectiveness.
- Test access, change management, and security controls.
- Document audit work and report findings.
- Project-based role through August 31st.
About the role
Cybersecurity IT Auditor - Contract Role
We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity IT Auditor for a project-based contract role with a regional banking client, running through August 31st.
Responsibilities
- Support IT audit engagements by evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of cybersecurity and ITGC controls.
- Perform control testing across key areas such as access management, change management, and cybersecurity frameworks.
- Conduct stakeholder interviews to understand processes, risks, and control environments.
- Document workpapers and contribute to the development of audit findings and final reporting.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- Professional certification (e.g., CISA, CIA, CISSP, CPA, etc.) is a plus.
- 5+ years of relevant Cybersecurity IT Audit experience.
- Qualified applicants must reside in the continental U.S.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About TALENT SHIFT, LLC
Talent Shift, LLC is a marketplace that connects professionals with projects at dynamic companies globally, including opportunities in advisory, assurance, and tax. We help clients navigate hybrid workforce strategies and connect contract workers with projects they love. Talent Shift, LLC is a subsidiary of Forvis Mazars, LLP.
Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications.
Additional information regarding Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disability, Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, California Pay Transparency, California Fair Chance, and New York Pay Transparency is provided within the full job posting.
Key skills/competency
- Cybersecurity IT Auditor
- IT Audit
- IT General Controls (ITGC)
- Access Management
- Change Management
- Cybersecurity Frameworks
- Control Testing
- Stakeholder Interviews
- Audit Findings
- Risk Assessment
Skills & topics
- Cybersecurity IT Auditor
- IT Audit
- ITGC
- Cybersecurity
- Control Testing
- Access Management
- Change Management
- Audit Reporting
- Banking Audit
- Contract Role
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 5+ years of Cybersecurity IT Audit experience and relevant certifications (CISA, CIA, CISSP).
- Emphasize ITGC knowledge: Showcase your expertise in evaluating access, change management, and cybersecurity frameworks.
- Demonstrate remote work capability: Confirm you reside in the continental U.S. and are legally authorized to work.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with control testing and documenting audit findings.
Technical preparation
Review common cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).,Practice control testing methodologies.,Familiarize yourself with ITGC domains.,Prepare to discuss audit documentation.
Behavioral questions
Describe a challenging audit finding.,How do you handle stakeholder resistance?,How do you manage your workload effectively?,Tell me about a time you improved a process.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for a Cybersecurity IT Auditor at TALENT SHIFT?
- As a Cybersecurity IT Auditor for TALENT SHIFT, you will support IT audit engagements by evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of cybersecurity and ITGC controls. This involves performing control testing across areas like access management, change management, and cybersecurity frameworks, conducting stakeholder interviews, and documenting workpapers to contribute to audit findings and reporting.
- What qualifications are essential for the Cybersecurity IT Auditor role at TALENT SHIFT?
- Essential qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, and at least 5 years of relevant Cybersecurity IT Audit experience. While not mandatory, professional certifications such as CISA, CIA, CISSP, or CPA are highly regarded. You must also reside in the continental U.S. and be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Is this a remote position for the Cybersecurity IT Auditor role at TALENT SHIFT?
- Yes, this is a remote position. Qualified applicants must reside in the continental U.S. to be considered for this contract role.
- What is the duration of the Cybersecurity IT Auditor contract role at TALENT SHIFT?
- This is a project-based contract role with TALENT SHIFT that is expected to run through August 31st.
- What professional certifications are beneficial for a Cybersecurity IT Auditor applying to TALENT SHIFT?
- Professional certifications such as CISA, CIA, CISSP, or CPA are considered a plus for the Cybersecurity IT Auditor position at TALENT SHIFT. Highlighting these on your resume can strengthen your application.
- Does TALENT SHIFT offer visa sponsorship for the Cybersecurity IT Auditor position?
- No, visa sponsorship is not available for this Cybersecurity IT Auditor position at TALENT SHIFT. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future.
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