We are seeking an experienced IT Auditor who understands the critical nature of information technology controls within the financial and insurance industries. This role involves assessing the effectiveness of internal controls, supporting audit projects, and contributing to risk-based audit initiatives. This role requires the incumbent to be CISA certified.
The Company At Utica National Insurance Group, we are dedicated to our corporate promise: To make people feel secure, appreciated, and respected. As an AM Best "A" rated, $1.5 billion award-winning, nationally recognized property & casualty insurance carrier, we employ over 1,400 people across the United States. Operating from our Home Office in Central New York, with Regional Offices including Boston, NYC, Chicago, Atlanta, and Dallas, we strive to deliver outstanding service and innovative insurance solutions.
What You Will Do We are seeking an experienced IT Auditor who understands the critical nature of information technology controls within the financial and insurance industries. This role involves assessing the effectiveness of internal controls, supporting audit projects, and contributing to risk-based audit initiatives.
Key Responsibilities Understand the IT control environment to evaluate the effectiveness and placement of internal controls and operating practices. Collaborate with management to identify and assess IT and related business risks. Support multiple simultaneous audit projects, ensuring audit objectives are met, escalating significant issues, and monitoring developing situations. Execute audit engagements to cover key risks and contribute to the production of meaningful audit reports that clearly articulate risks and issues. Assist in the development and execution of an annual risk-based IT audit plan. Recommend changes to controls, processes, and procedures to ensure data integrity and security, and improve operational efficiency. Incorporate the use of computer-assisted audit tools and techniques when cost-effective. Perform testing of general and automated application controls relevant for regulatory compliance. Assist with the annual financial statement audit and regulatory exams, coordinating with external auditors on IT-related matters. Prepare detailed documentation in support of all assurance and consulting work performed. Execute control design and operating effectiveness testing as part of internal audit reviews. Develop and maintain relationships with auditees at appropriate levels and commit to improving customer satisfaction. Assist in assessing new technology processes and tools. Additional Responsibilities Aid management in understanding internal control weaknesses and enhancing operational effectiveness through the presentation and discussion of audit findings. Assist in performing assessments of technology processes, tools, and technologies new to the company. Clearly communicate potential issues and evaluate corrective action plans. Participate in various internal team/department initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned. Conform with all corporate policies and procedures. What You Need Education: Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Experience: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). 4-7 years of IT audit experience with a focus on internal controls, and financial or operational auditing. 4-7 years of experience with information systems and operations used in the insurance and financial services industries preferred. 2-4 years of ability to quickly comprehend business processes and identify risk implications. 4-7 years of demonstrated ability to work effectively across different business segments using interconnected technology. Skills and Abilities Strong influencing and negotiation skills. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. Results-oriented with a keen focus on quality and value delivery. Professional presence with the ability to influence across various areas and levels of management.
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