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Job Title: Staff IT Auditor (Contract)
Location: Houston, TX – Allen Parkway Area (Onsite)
Duration: 6-Month Contract
Work Requirements: Authorized to work in the US
- Local Houston candidates strongly preferred
- Must be able to work onsite
Skillset / Experience
Our client is seeking a Staff IT Auditor to join their Internal Audit team on a six-month contract. This role will support the execution of IT audits, SOX IT General Controls (ITGC) testing, and cybersecurity risk assessments while partnering with business and technology stakeholders to strengthen the organization's control environment.
The ideal candidate has experience auditing IT infrastructure, applications, and security controls in a corporate environment and is comfortable working independently in a fast-paced setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform IT audits in accordance with the annual audit plan.
- Execute SOX IT General Controls (ITGC) testing and document audit findings.
- Evaluate access management, change management, backup/recovery, and system operations controls.
- Assist with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and application control reviews.
- Identify control deficiencies and recommend practical remediation plans.
- Prepare clear and concise audit workpapers and reports.
- Partner with IT, Finance, and business leaders to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with follow-up testing to verify corrective actions have been implemented.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field.
- 2–5+ years of IT Audit, Information Security, or Internal Audit experience.
- Experience performing SOX ITGC testing.
- Understanding of IT control frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, and COSO.
- Experience auditing Active Directory, ERP systems, databases, operating systems, and cloud environments is a plus.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and IT risk management.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
- Professional certifications such as CISA, CIA, CPA, or Security+ are preferred but not required.
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