IT Auditor, Senior

About Northern TrustAs a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions. Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide. With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. The Senior IT Auditor, Information Technology (IT), is responsible for conducting and documenting audits throughout the Corporation. This role leads audit project teams, which includes providing oversight to the audit team and communicating results of the engagement to management. The Senior IT Auditor I provides technical cyber expertise and training to auditors within the engagement audit team and works closely with Audit Managers to confirm the scope of the audit and to devise an appropriate testing approach to be performed during the engagement.Principal ResponsibilitiesLeadership and ManagementEstablishes and develops strong working relationships and open communication with key stakeholdersProvides training, coaching, and auditing expertise to the audit teamAccountable for own assignments and holding others accountable for theirs including proactively managing expectationsAudit MethodologyIdentify and assess technology risks and related internal controls.Plan and lead IT audit engagements across technology, cybersecurity, governance, and operational areas.Establish audit scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements based on risk.Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of IT processes and controls.Coordinate with other audit teams and subject matter specialists to ensure appropriate audit coverage.Apply professional skepticism and sound judgment when evaluating processes, controls, and risk management practices.Review audit workpapers and documentation for quality and compliance with audit standards.Communicate audit progress, results, findings, and recommendations to stakeholders and Audit Services management.Maintain relevant technical and audit knowledge through ongoing professional development.Skills / ExperienceMinimum of 4–5 years of IT audit, technology risk, or related systems experience.Strong knowledge of IT audit methodologies, technology and cybersecurity risks, internal controls, and applicable standards.Ability to assess the design and operating effectiveness of IT, application, security, and technology-related controls.Broad understanding of IT infrastructure, applications, data, cloud technologies, and technology governance.Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and business judgment skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa). Working with UsAs a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities. Reasonable Accommodation Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at View email address on click.appcast.io: Chicago, ILType: Full time