The University of Texas at El Paso · 12 hours ago
IT Audit Manager
El Paso, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expThe University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. The IT Audit Manager leads risk-based assurance and advisory engagements focused on information technology, planning and executing audits in accordance with established standards, while ensuring effective governance and risk management practices.
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Responsibilities
Plan, manage, and deliver risk-based IT audit and advisory engagements in accordance with the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards and UTEP’s internal audit methodology, including the development of engagement objectives, scope, evaluation criteria, and detailed audit programs
Demonstrate ethics and professionalism by adhering to the Internal Global Audit Standards principles of Integrity, objectivity, competency, due professional care and confidentiality
Ensure effective engagement supervision, professional skepticism, and high quality documentation that enables efficient review and approval by the Chief Audit Executive
Conduct relevant interviews with stakeholders and prepare the Annual Information Technology Risk Assessment and Audit Plan
Apply extensive knowledge of enterprise IT environments, industry best practices, and relevant regulatory requirements, including the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) 202 Security Control Standards Catalog, to assess governance, risk management, and internal control effectiveness
Analyze complex systems, processes, and audit evidence using sound professional judgment, critical thinking, and analytical skills to identify risks, root causes, and control deficiencies, and to develop practical, value-added recommendations
Utilize audit management systems and data analytics software tools to improve audit planning, execution, efficiency, and insight, and to enhance coverage of key IT risks
Draft clear, concise, and well-organized audit reports that effectively communicate audit scope, observations, risk implications, and recommendations to management and executive leadership
Develop and deliver effective presentations that clearly explain audit results, key risks, and recommended actions to executive management, governance committees, and other stakeholders
Build and maintain productive working relationships by collaborating with management and cross-functional teams, influencing outcomes, and supporting corrective action efforts to strengthen internal controls
Manage multiple IT audit projects concurrently by independently prioritizing work, allocating resources, monitoring budgets and schedules, and ensuring timely completion of engagements
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate audit staff, providing guidance and feedback as needed, and review workpapers to ensure quality, completeness, and conformance with professional standards
Drive continuous improvement and innovation within IT audit and advisory practices by identifying opportunities to enhance methodologies, processes, and tools
Serve as a strategic advisor on IT governance matters and participate in major system implementations, technology initiatives, and institutional projects as requested
Coordinate management responses to audit findings, track remediation efforts, and perform follow-up procedures to verify that corrective actions are implemented effectively and in a timely manner
Keep the Chief Audit Executive informed of engagement progress, emerging risks, significant issues, and matters requiring attention or escalation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, computer science, information systems, or a business-related field
Minimum of seven (7) years of IT-related experience, including at least five (5) years of IT auditing experience and three (3) years of supervisory or project leadership experience
CIA certification or CPA license required; additional certifications preferred including CISA, CISM, or CISSP
Ability to create, modify, and evaluate SQL queries and use database and analytics tools such as Power BI; experience with PeopleSoft and/or Banner systems
Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems
Preferred
Experience in higher education or public sector environments preferred
Benefits
Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform
Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long - term disability plans
Retirement Programs
Longevity Pay
Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Employee Discounts & Perks
Employee Education Assistance program
Company
The University of Texas at El Paso
The University of Texas at El Paso.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.8MKey Investors
Google.orgNational Cancer InstituteU.S. Department of Education
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-04-06Grant· $1M
2022-09-13Grant· $0.55M
Leadership Team
Guadalupe V.
Senior Assoc. Vice President for Business Affairs/Deputy Chief Financial Officer, CGFM
Mark McGurk
CFO/Vice President for Business Affairs, CPA, CGFM
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