IT Audit Officer

Job-ID: 2983Category: AuditLocation: Rockland, MA, United StatesSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-10-16Proposed Work Hours: 40.00Targeted Salary Range: 80000-120000Rockland Trust is a full-service commercial bank and financial services company committed to helping our neighbors reach their financial goals. Founded in 1907 and headquartered in Massachusetts, we proudly serve individuals, families, and businesses throughout New England with a strong emphasis on personal relationships, local decision making, and community impact.With a broad range of banking, wealth management, and investment solutions, Rockland Trust combines the resources of a growing financial institution with the personalized service of a community bank. Our long-standing philosophy, Where Each Relationship Matters, guides how we work with our customers, colleagues, and communities every day.At Rockland Trust, our employees are at the heart of our success. We foster a collaborative, inclusive, and values driven culture that encourages professional growth, innovation, and work life balance. We are deeply committed to community involvement, financial education, and creating a workplace where individuals can build meaningful, long-term careers.Rockland Trust is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented IT Audit Officer to join our Internal Audit team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of technology and cybersecurity environments while helping strengthen the Bank's risk management, governance, and control framework. This is a hybrid position based in Rockland, MA subject to business needs. The ideal candidate will have experience in IT audit, information security, technology risk, or a related field, along with strong analytical and communication skills. Working closely with Internal Audit leadership and business partners, this individual will assist in assessing technology risks, evaluating controls, and supporting the successful execution of the Bank's IT audit plan.This position plays an important role in evaluating technology-related controls, supporting regulatory compliance initiatives, and providing independent assurance over key systems and processes across the organization.ResponsibilitiesThe IT Audit Officer will:Participate in and execute risk-based audits covering IT Governance, Cybersecurity, Information Security, Technology Operations, Cloud Computing, Infrastructure, Data Management, and Digital Banking.Support integrated audit engagements through the execution of General IT Controls (GITC) testing.Assist in planning, performing, and documenting audit engagements in accordance with Internal Audit standards and regulatory expectations.Evaluate the design and effectiveness of technology controls supporting business processes, applications, and infrastructure.Identify control weaknesses, emerging risks, and opportunities for process improvement.Assess compliance with regulatory requirements and industry frameworks, including FFIEC guidance, GLBA, NIST, and applicable privacy regulations.Participate in audits of technology projects, third-party service providers, and cloud service environments.Perform IT General Controls (ITGC) testing and support SOX-related audit activities as needed.Utilize data analytics and audit tools to identify trends, anomalies, and potential control gaps.Prepare clear and concise audit documentation, reports, and presentations for management review.Validate management action plans and remediation efforts related to audit findings.Support internal and external examinations, regulatory reviews, and independent assessments.Build and maintain effective working relationships with technology, risk, cybersecurity, compliance, and business partners across the organization.Stay informed on emerging technology, cybersecurity risks, and evolving regulatory expectations.Deliver high-quality work within established timelines while maintaining professional skepticism and independence.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Accounting, Business, or a related field.3-5 years of experience in IT Audit, Information Security, Technology Risk Management, Internal Audit, External Audit, or a related field.Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification.Strong understanding of IT General Controls (ITGCs), cybersecurity concepts, technology infrastructure, cloud environments, and application controls.Experience participating in audits or assessments of technology processes and controls.Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities while meeting deadlines.Ability to effectively communicate audit observations and recommendations to stakeholders.Preferred QualificationsExperience within a financial institution, regulated industry, or public accounting environment.Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, CIS, or FFIEC guidance.Experience auditing cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS.Exposure to information security, technology risk management, or compliance-related activities.Experience leveraging data analytics or audit automation tools.Professional certifications such as CISSP, CIA, CISM, or CRISC.Benefits & Culture Our goal is to offer our colleagues the most generous benefits package possible. We provide a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial security, and overall, well-being. Benefits include competitive compensation with performance-based incentive awards, health, and dental insurance, a 401(k) and DC retirement plan, LTD and life insurance, paid vacation, day care reimbursement, tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate programs, an award-winning wellness program, and much more! At Rockland Trust, you’ll find a respectful and inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pay Transparency Compensation for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including skills, experience, education, and internal equity. The salary range posted reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the range for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary. In addition to base salary, certain positions may be eligible for additional compensation, including commissions, incentive awards, or stipends. Accessibility & Accommodations We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their roles.