Information Technology Auditor - Houston, United States - University of Houston

University of Houston

Verified Company

Houston, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Formulates comprehensive IT audit strategies, policies, and procedures that address the institution's specific needs and regulatory landscape, ensuring effective safeguarding of university IT assets and data.

Responsible for performing and overseeing the planning, execution, and management of IT audit projects, focusing on cybersecurity, system integrity, and data privacy to ensure alignment with federal, state, regulatory and institutional goals and compliance requirements.
Conducts thorough risk assessments to identify IT vulnerabilities and threats. Develop and recommend areas to manage identified risks and enhance the institution's security posture/compliance.
Integrates and utilizes advanced technology and computeraided auditing tools to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of audit processes. Explores and implements new technologies that can support auditing activities.
Acts as a trusted partner to senior management and various department heads to provide expert advice on IT risks, security controls, and compliance issues. Offer actionable insights to support the institution's strategic planning, decisionmaking processes and compliance goals.
Prepares and presents detailed audit reports that clearly communicate audit findings, implications, and recommendations to stakeholders, while ensuring they are placed in the appropriate context. Ensures timely followup on audit recommendations to monitor implementation and impact.
Enhances the institution's IT governance framework by ensuring that IT audit activities are aligned with overall governance structures and compliance requirements. Advocates for best practices in IT governance, risk management, and control.

Keeps abreast of the latest trends and developments in IT audit, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development opportunities and share knowledge with the audit team and broader institution. Engages with internal and external stakeholders to build trust and collaboration.

Participate in committees and working groups related to IT governance, risk management, and audit to represent the audit department's interests and perspectives.

Performs other job-related duties as required.

EEO/AA

Qualifications
Bachelors and 3 years experience

Education:

Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline.

Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.

Experience:
Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience

Preferred:
Experience in a distributed higher education environment

Certification/Licensing:
Requires licensing, certification or registration directly related to the job, as specified on the job posting details

Preferred Certifications:
ISACA Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or ISO Auditor certification or equivalent formal audit certification.

Salary:
Commensurate with Experience/Education

Employee Status:
Regular/Benefits

Job Posting:
Apr 18, 2024, 8:56:05 AM