Cathay Bank · 1 day ago
Senior IT Auditor
Cathay Bank is a financial institution that values its team members and fosters a caring culture. The Senior IT Auditor is responsible for executing IT and Information Security audits, managing audit processes, and ensuring compliance with professional standards while identifying opportunities for improvement and efficiency.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Under the direction of IT Audit management, owns the execution of assigned key audit process areas (i.e., planning, testing, reporting and remediation testing activities) for IS, IT, and Integrated Audits in accordance with professional and department standards
Responsible for owning and executing assigned audit process areas from start to finish, including planning, audit execution (according to a risk-based approach), recommending internal control improvements (including operational enhancements or efficiencies), preparing audit reports and conducting remediation testing activities
Effectively manage the budget and deadlines and provide timely project updates to management for assigned audits
Demonstrate experience in IT, IS, IT application controls, business process control reviews, systems development / project reviews and IT general computer controls
Ensure the assigned audit deliverables (e.g., planning memo, audit report) meet department guidelines, and the conclusions are properly supported
Ensure assignments are completed within established time frames and that delays/issues/concerns are communicated to Internal Audit management in a timely manner
Partner with process owners to promote and support a culture of continuous process improvement and efficiency driving toward standardized practices
Stay abreast of emerging IT/IS risks issues in the areas applicable to the Bank
Obtain and maintain a general understanding of business activities, objectives, applicable laws, regulations, and associated risks to the Bank and industry
Identify opportunities for, and participate in approved special projects, investigations or other significant business issues
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology or a related field is required
Minimum 3 years of IT/IS audit-related work experience in a public accounting or private industry internal audit, including at least 2 years in a Bank or Financial Services industry is required
Ability to work independently and with others
Knowledgeable about the financial industry and related markets, related regulatory bodies, and current industry events and trends
Deep understanding of risk assessment, audit methodology, and IT audit execution
Strong time management and organizational skills including the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
Ability to exercise sound judgment in the execution of assignments and communication with others
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and presentation skills – ability to work closely and collaboratively with people at all levels in the department and within the organization
Strong analytical thinker and detail oriented with the ability to proactively identify issues and assist in resolution
Excellent computer skills, Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
Preferred
Familiarity with one or more of the following areas is highly desirable: IP networks infrastructure (network topology, switches, routers, firewalls, intrusion detection / prevention), Windows active directory (policies, structure, elements), Databases (SQL, Oracle, DB2, monitoring tools), Mobile technologies (data leakage prevention, BYOD security), Cloud Computing, Standards / Frameworks (CoBIT 5, ITIL, ISO 15504, ISO 20000, ISO 27000, ISO 31000, ISO 38500, NIST series 800 guidance), Knowledge and understanding of Information Technology operating systems including mainframe, MS Windows, UNIX, and Linux
CISA, CISM, CISSP or other relevant professional certification highly desirable
Additional qualifications, such as CFE, CIA and CAMS also preferred
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Health saving account (HSA) with company contributions
Voluntary coverages
401(k)
Company
Cathay Bank
Cathay Bank is a financial services company originally founded to support Los Angeles’ growing Chinese American community. It is a sub-organization of Cathay General Bancorp.
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