Full-Time

Audit Manager

IT, Data Focus

Posted on 11/4/2024

USAA

USAA

10,001+ employees

Financial services for military members and families

Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$120.5k - $230.4kAnnually

+ Pay Incentives

Senior

Tampa, FL, USA + 4 more

More locations: Plano, TX, USA | Charlotte, NC, USA | San Antonio, TX, USA | Phoenix, AZ, USA

Requires onsite presence in San Antonio, Plano, Tampa, Phoenix, or Charlotte for four days per week.

Category
Auditing
Accounting
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree; four additional years of related experience beyond minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
  • 6 years of audit or controls experience in a financial services or technology/information security environment.
  • 2 years audit experience in the technology and/or information security (IT/IS) areas.
  • Experience performing internal audits, external audits, or applying audit, risk, or compliance acumen in a complex operational and regulatory environment.
  • Working knowledge of IT/IS controls in areas to include Technology infrastructure management and platforms (e.g., mainframe, midrange, distributed), Network architecture and security (e.g., network segmentation, firewalls, proxies, encryption protocols, endpoint protection).
  • Knowledge of internal audit principles to examine, analyze, assess, and draw conclusions from audit work and present findings to multiple audiences.
  • Demonstrated experience effectively communicating and challenging IT/IS Controls with business partners and leaders.
  • Understanding of IT/IS risks and internal controls and the ability to evaluate and determine adequacy and efficiency of controls.
  • Experience mentoring and providing feedback to team members.
  • Demonstrated experience in highly dynamic environment and ability to deal with competing priorities.
  • Knowledge of specific industry frameworks and standards to include COBIT, NIST 800-53, NIST CSF, CRI Profile, OWASP, STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, ISO 27001/2, SOC 2, PCI DSS, ITIL, and FFIEC booklets (e.g., information security, business continuity, etc.).
  • Experience with compliance requirements including GDPR, GLBA, and CCPA.
  • Knowledge of large financial services regulations (e.g., Office of the Comptroller of Currency’s Heightened Standards and Federal Reserve Board’s Large Financial Institution Rating System).
Responsibilities
  • Primarily serves as Auditor-in-Charge (AIC) and main point of contact for the business through IT/IS Audit engagements.
  • Leads and executes complex IT/IS audit engagements throughout the audit lifecycle and leads continuous monitoring and advisory activities, special reviews, and investigations.
  • Manages day to day engagement-related efforts and assignments of Audit team members with varying degrees of expertise and experience when conducting engagements as the Auditor-in-Charge (AIC).
  • Develops and independently updates IT/IS risk and control matrix at the engagement level for each engagement.
  • Performs detailed review of work by team members; providing feedback/questions and completes audit team end of engagement evaluations when applicable.
  • Ensures engagements are completed objectively, professionally, and in accordance with corporate and industry audit standards. Makes recommendations for severity ratings to Senior IT Audit Manager and Director.
  • Identifies control weaknesses and opportunities for improvement in the current operating environment and provides recommendations for corrective action; drafts the related audit issues and audit reports for issuance to respective client leadership.
  • Communicates effectively with the business/clients and delivers risk-based and difficult messages regarding issues and control weaknesses to ensure proper risk assurance coverage.
  • Provides day to day coaching guidance and on the job training to team members to ensure development, quality, and timely audit engagement deliverables.

USAA provides financial services specifically for the military community, including active-duty members, veterans, and their families. They offer a variety of products such as auto, home, life, and health insurance, as well as banking services like checking and savings accounts, credit cards, loans, and mortgages. Their retirement services include investment options and personalized financial planning. USAA operates on a membership model, allowing only military members and their families to join, which helps them understand and meet the unique financial needs of this community. Unlike many other financial institutions, USAA's leadership team has military backgrounds, reinforcing their commitment to serving their members with a focus on financial wellness and community support.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

San Antonio, Texas

Founded

1922

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • USAA's investment in digital tools and platforms enhances customer experience, reflecting its adaptability and commitment to innovation.
  • The company's focus on military appreciation and partnerships, such as with the Frisco RoughRiders, strengthens its brand loyalty within the military community.
  • Despite layoffs, USAA's continued hiring and filling of over 8,300 jobs this year indicate robust growth and adaptation to changing business needs.

What critics are saying

  • The recent layoffs and top-level departures, including the upcoming retirement of CEO Wayne Peacock, could lead to instability and affect employee morale.
  • USAA's poor ratings from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency in 2023 and 2022 highlight potential regulatory challenges and reputational risks.

What makes USAA unique

  • USAA's exclusive membership model allows it to deeply understand and cater to the specific financial needs of the military community, unlike broader financial institutions.
  • The company's leadership, with many having military backgrounds, ensures a strong alignment with the values and needs of its members, setting it apart from competitors.
  • USAA's commitment to corporate responsibility and community resilience initiatives further distinguishes it as a socially responsible financial services provider.

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