IT Internal Auditor

What Working at Hexaware offers:

Hexaware is a dynamic and innovative IT organization committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions to our clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to succeed.

Hexaware provides access to a vast array of tools that enhance, revolutionize, and advance professional profile. We complete the circle with excellent growth opportunities, chances to collaborate with highly visible customers, chances to work alongside bright brains, and the perfect work-life balance.

With an ever-expanding portfolio of capabilities, we delve deep into and identify the source of our motivation. Although technology is at the core of our solutions, it is still the people and their passion that fuel Hexaware s commitment towards creating smiles.

At Hexaware we encourage to challenge oneself to achieve full potential and propel growth. We trust and empower to disrupt the status quo and innovate for a better future. We encourage an open and inspiring culture that fosters learning and brings talented, passionate, and caring people together.

We are always interested in, and want to support, the professional and personal you. We offer a wide array of programs to help expand skills and supercharge careers. We help discover passion the driving force that makes one smile and innovate, create, and make a difference every day.

What would you do?

Position: Senior IT Internal Auditor 

Location: Dublin, CA (4 days onsite in a week, hybrid)

Job Description:

The Senior IT Internal Auditor is responsible for planning, executing, and reporting on IT audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance across the financial institution’s technology environment. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies, identifies opportunities to strengthen IT operations, and helps mitigate technology-related risks. The Senior IT Internal Auditor partners with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights that protect the institution’s information assets and support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit planning and execution
  • Develop and execute risk-based IT audit plans to assess the design and operating effectiveness of IT controls, systems, and processes.
  • Perform audits of IT infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity controls, data management, and third-party/vendor relationships.
  • Evaluate compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards (e.g., FFIEC, GLBA, GDPR).
  • Identify and assess IT-related risks, including cybersecurity, data integrity, and system availability.
• Risk assessment and control evaluation
  • Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and control gaps in IT systems and processes.
  • Test IT general controls (ITGC), application controls, and automated controls to validate effectiveness.
  • Review security configurations, privileged access, change management, patching policies, and disaster recovery/business continuity practices.
• Reporting and communication
  • Prepare clear, concise, and actionable audit reports that include findings, risk impact, recommendations, and management action plans.
  • Present audit results to senior management and audit committees, emphasizing key risks and remediation strategies.
  • Work collaboratively with IT and business stakeholders to track and verify timely resolution of audit findings.
• Advisory and consulting
  • Provide practical guidance on IT governance, risk management, and control frameworks.
  • Monitor emerging technologies, cyber threats, and regulatory developments to advise on best practices.
  • Participate in pre-implementation or post-implementation reviews of IT projects to ensure appropriate controls are embedded.
• Team leadership and continuous improvement
  • Lead or support special investigations, fraud reviews, or sensitive IT-related matters as required.
  • Contribute to the improvement of Internal Audit methodologies, tools, and data analytics capabilities.
  • Mentor junior auditors and help develop technical auditing skills within the team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Relevant professional certifications strongly preferred (examples: CISA, CISSP, CIA, CRISC).
• Minimum of 3 years of IT audit experience, preferably within a financial institution or other regulated industry.
• Hands-on experience auditing IT systems, cybersecurity controls, cloud environments, and data management practices.
• Familiarity with IT frameworks and standards (e.g., COBIT, NIST).
• Proficiency with GRC/audit management software (e.g., TeamMate+, AuditBoard, Quantivate, Diligent) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience using data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is highly desirable.

Equal Opportunities Employer:

Hexaware Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Hexaware are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate based on race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, parental status, gender reassignment, or any other status protected by law. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

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