Senior Information Technology Auditor

Required Skills
• Knowledge of audit procedures and technical security and control standards usually obtained through related work experience and a four year degree program is required to perform system audits
• Solid understanding of IT and Cybersecurity controls 
• Skills as needed to perform testing of design and operational effectiveness of application controls (e.g., Interface and Application Security Controls)
• Skills as needed to perform testing of design and operational effectiveness of information security and Cybersecurity controls (e.g., Penetration Testing, SecOps, Security Information and Event Monitoring, Data Security, Vulnerability Management, Insider Threat) 
• Knowledge of systems software applications and databases common to the mainframe and distributed environments, such as UNIX, iSeries, and Windows is a plus
• Understanding of networks, routers, and firewalls is also a plus
• Understanding of newer technologies (e.g., Containers, Kubernetes, CI/CD) and cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, MS Azure) is a plus  
• Knowledge and awareness of NIST Cyber Security Framework, SANS, and Center for Internet Security (CIS) benchmarks is a plus 
• Certified Information System Audit (CISA) certification is preferred.  Additional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or other related certifications is a plus
 
Required Competencies
• Minimum of 6-7 years of IT auditing and systems experience
• Strong people management and leadership skills
• Self-starter with an ability to self-motivate
• Strong leadership and organizational skills are required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly numerate with strong organizational and problem solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to proactively assess issues, identify solutions and problem solve
• Ability to react and respond on a timely basis
• Ability to adapt and react positively in a changing and dynamic work environment
• Ability to work under pressure and to deliver to tight deadlines
• Ability to develop relationships with diverse groups and various levels of technology and non-technology personnel
• Flexibility, multi-tasking, creative thinking, good business judgment skills are required to meet strict deadlines and manage other projects
• Proficiency in Word and Excel a plus
• Must be a team player and able to work under pressure during peak periods

Please note that this role may require the successful candidate to travel to other NT locations as required.
  
Working with Us:
As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose.  

                
 
We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today. #MadeForGreater 
 
Reasonable accommodation
Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com. 
 
We hope you’re excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. 
We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people. 
Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.