IT Internal Audit Senior Associate – Global Banks Practice

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IT Audit Senior Associate – Global Banks Practice

Location: Remote (U.S.-based)

Engagement Type: Temporary (12+ months, with potential to extend)

Overview:

RSM is seeking highly skilled IT Audit professionals to join our Global Banks Practice on a temporary basis. This Senior Associate role supports internal audit engagements focused on Capital Markets and Capital Management for a large global banking client. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in the Third Line of Defense, deep knowledge of U.S. federal banking regulations, and the ability to deliver high-quality, regulator-ready audit workpapers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute IT internal audits

• Conduct risk assessments, plan and perform fieldwork, and evaluate IT General Controls (ITGCs)

• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks, including OCC, FRB, FFIEC, and SOX

• Engage with business and technology stakeholders to assess risks and control effectiveness

• Prepare thorough audit documentation and findings that meet internal and regulatory standards

• Assist with issue tracking and validation of remediation efforts

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in IT Audit, Internal Audit, or Technology Risk

• Must have experience working in the Internal Audit function (Third Line of Defense)

• Strong working knowledge of U.S. federal banking regulations and audit expectations

• Demonstrated business acumen with the ability to contextualize IT risks within financial services

• Proven ability to produce regulator-ready audit workpapers

• Experience with large global banks or Big 4/advisory firms is strongly preferred

Preferred Certifications (not required):

• CISA, CRISC, CIA, CISSP, or CPA

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