Senior Auditor - CTO

Technology Senior Auditor

The Technology Senior Auditor executes risk-based technology audits and advisory activities across the enterprise, partnering with Technology, Line of Business, and Risk/Compliance/Audit (RCA) stakeholders to assess risks, evaluate controls, and strengthen the overall control environment.

This role combines technical expertise and audit discipline to deliver clear, actionable insights, support regulatory compliance, and proactively identify risks impacting systems, processes, and infrastructure. The position also serves as a key liaison across Lines of Defense, ensuring alignment between technology risk management and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit Execution & Risk Assessment
• Execute end-to-end IT audits, including:
• IT General Controls (ITGCs), application controls, and key report validation
• System mapping, data flows, interfaces, and infrastructure controls
• Assess control design and effectiveness across areas such as:
• Cloud (AWS, Azure), infrastructure, and platforms
• SDLC, Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines
• ITIL processes and service management
• Identify control gaps, operational deficiencies, and root causes of risk exposure
• Audit Planning & Analysis
• Collaborate with audit teams and stakeholders to define audit scope, objectives, and risk coverage
• Develop and execute risk-based test plans, including for emerging technologies
• Analyze technical configurations, process documentation, and data to support audit conclusions
• Issue Resolution
• Identify risks arising from inadequate processes, systems, or human factors
• Provide practical, solution-oriented recommendations to mitigate risk and improve controls
• Support the development and sustainability of effective risk management frameworks
• Escalate risks appropriately and contribute to forward-looking risk identification
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Serve as a functional liaison between Technology, Line of Business, and Lines of Defense
• Build relationships with stakeholders, including senior management, to:
• Communicate audit scope, status, and results
• Deliver insights in a clear, concise, and business-relevant manner
• Collaborate across global teams and support enterprise-wide initiatives
• Continuous Improvement & Delivery
• Manage multiple audit assignments in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Identify opportunities to enhance audit methodologies, processes, and tools
• Support internal initiatives aimed at operational excellence and capability uplift
• Regulatory & Compliance Alignment
• Ensure alignment with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies
• Apply relevant frameworks and standards (e.g., COBIT, ITIL, NIST, ISO, FFIEC, OCC, COSO)

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience
• Typically more than five years of applicable experience

Preferred Skills/Experience

• 3–7+ years of experience in Technology Audit, IT Risk, Internal Audit, or Consulting
• Foundational to strong understanding of IT risks, controls, and audit methodologies
• Experience with:
• Cloud computing (AWS, Azure), infrastructure, and networking
• APIs, system integrations, data protection, and authentication protocols
• Databases, Active Directory, and emerging technologies (e.g., AI)
• Familiarity with industry frameworks (COBIT, NIST, ITIL, ISO standards)
• Strong analytical skills, including data analysis and root cause identification
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under tight timelines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical risks into business insights
• Professional certifications preferred (e.g., CISA, CIA, CISSP, CPA, AWS, Azure)

Location expectations:

*This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week.

**We are hiring in the following locations:

• Atlanta, GA
• Chicago, IL
• Minneapolis, MN
• Charlotte, NC
• New York, NY
• Irving, TX
• Milwaukee, WI

If there's anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits:

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members' whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Basic term and optional term life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Pregnancy disability and parental leave
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
• Adoption assistance
• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

Review our full benefits available by employment status here.

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $92,820.00 - $109,200.00

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.

Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.