IT Audit Specialist

It’s about holding each other accountable.

Do you consider yourself to be detail-orientated? Passionate about understanding different processes and procedures? Are you described as someone who is approachable, respectful, and engaged when solving problems? If so, being an IT Audit Specialist at Frost could be for you.

At Frost, it’s about more than a job. It’s about having a flourishing career where you can thrive, both in and out of work. At Frost, we’re committed to fostering an environment that reflects our values and encourages team members to be the best they can be. In joining our adaptable, integrity-driven team, you’ll become part of Frost’s over 150-year legacy of providing unparalleled banking services.

Who you are:

As an IT Audit Specialist, you are our control system, you will be responsible for supervising engagements of the most complex auditable entities in the area of specialty. You’ll use your strong problem-solving skills and communication skills to present your findings and create recommendations that align with our core values of integrity, caring and excellence. You believe in constant improvement and want to use your insights to strive for impactful change.

What you’ll do: 

• Supervise engagements of the most complex auditable entities in area of specialty, to determine, whether internal controls are adequate and operating properly, network, systems, and related data are appropriately safeguarded, IT services are available in the event of a major disruption, and compliance with Board policies, selected law and regulations as they relate to information technology
• Manage assigned special projects for team or department; participate in process improvement, brainstorming and task force groups
• Review engagement work papers and reports for accuracy, completeness, and appropriateness of information and conclusions drawn to ensure engagement objectives are accomplished. Provide review comments to auditors and perform necessary follow-up
• Submit completed work papers and detailed reports of audit’s findings and recommendations in a timely fashion and with the highest level of quality as to style and content
• Maintain direct ongoing communication with internal audit client regarding the status of engagements, recommendations, and potential findings
• Be responsible for presenting final engagement reports to line of business managers and division heads, under the direction of an Audit Manager
• Be an IT audit leader that specializes in particular IT topics that includes application controls and project or system implementations, advising and assisting Audit management and staff as required
• Be an advisor in area of IT specialty to bank management, participate in Advisory engagements and assist management in establishing or improving their governance, risk management, and control processes
• Address and resolve problems encountered by staff auditors on your engagements
• Continue professional development through self-training (books, periodicals, memberships in professional groups, etc.) and participation in recommended courses, seminars, and in-house training sessions. Obtain additional advanced certifications as necessary to become proficient in specialized IT areas
• Adhere to the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing
• Always act using Integrity, Caring, and Excellence to achieve all-win outcomes

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Information Security, or other relevant degree plan approved by management
• 6+ years of experience in IT auditing of various operating system platforms, network infrastructure, IT General Controls, database, and applications, or an equivalent amount of related other audit, financial services, IT or information security experience.
• Experience auditing application controls and advising on project or system implementations
• At least one certification: CISA, CFIRS, CRCM, CIA, CBA, CISSP, CSSLP, GSLC, CISM, or other advanced certification as approved
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft computer applications

Additional Preferred Skills: 

• Master’s Degree in Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Information Security, or other relevant degree plan
• Additional relevant certification as approved

Our Benefits:

At Frost, we care about your health, your family, and your future and strive to have our benefits reflect that. This includes:  

• Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Generous holiday and paid time off schedule
• Tuition reimbursement
• Extensive health and wellness programs, including our Employee Assistance Program
• Referral bonus program + more!

Since 1868, Frost has dedicated their expertise to provide exceptional banking, investment, and insurance services to businesses and individuals throughout Texas. Frost is one of the 50 largest U.S. banks by asset size and is a leader in banking customer satisfaction. At Frost, it’s about being part of something bigger. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply and see what’s possible at Frost.