Director, Audit - IT / Applications

Company: USAA
Location: Carrollton
Posted on: November 14, 2020

Job Description:

Purpose of Job We are seeking a talented Director, Audit – IT/ Applications for our San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, or 100% remote environment. Relocation assistance is available for this position.

About USAA

USAA knows what it means to serve. We facilitate the financial security of millions of U.S. military members and their families. This singular mission requires a dedication to innovative thinking at every level.

In each of the past five years, we've been a top-40 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, and we've ranked among Victory Media's Top 10 Military Friendly® Employers 13 years straight. We embrace a robust veteran workforce and encourage veterans and veteran spouses to apply.

Purpose of the Job

Manages the day-to-day planning and execution of multiple audit engagements to ensure audit objectives are effectively met and contribute to the overall mission of USAA. Nurtures and maintains relationships between and among audit teams and process owners during audit engagements and supports the development of the annual audit plan to ensure appropriate coverage. In addition, an Audit Director builds risk assessments, leads integrated planning efforts for audit engagements and identifies and recommends internal audit process improvements Job Requirements PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages the planning and execution of audits, advisory services, and projects.

Coaches employees on audit excellence.

Reviews work performed to support effective execution of the audit plan.

Oversees the production of audit reports, ensuring accuracy of conclusions.

Utilizes the strengths and ideas of others and ensures efficient resource utilization.

Manages team outcomes by monitoring progress.

Ensures appropriate risk assessment development for engagements under scope of responsibility, utilizing current data.

Addresses issues escalated by team members, manages disagreements and gains appropriate resolution to complex issues with stakeholders across the enterprise.

Escalates to senior leadership as appropriate.

Performs individualized, formal performance assessments at the conclusion of engagements.

Implements and monitors audit process and performance standards.

Identifies and recommends internal audit process improvements.

Supports the development of the annual plan to ensure appropriate coverage.

Performs all other tasks as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, or other relevant field required OR 4 additional years of related experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

8 or more years of progressive audit, financial, insurance, banking, information technology or related experience, to include at least 3 years of leadership experience required.

Broad and comprehensive experience with assessing internal controls, business/information technology risks and utilizing audit techniques.

Subject-matter-expert knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Ability to build effective cross-functional relationships with employees of various levels throughout the organization.

Strong communication and presentation skills.

Demonstrated critical thinking and time management skills.

Ability to effectively work with both internal and external business partners.

Demonstrated specialized knowledge in one or more business/information technology areas or general knowledge in multiple business areas, including, but not limited to: banking, insurance, investments, financial services, information technology operations, information technology infrastructure and information security governance.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Hands on IT or audit experience in multiple facets of IT application testing, including but not limited to access management controls, edit/input controls, configurable technology controls, code review, application data transfer, batch processing, etc.

Experience managing / directing multiple integrated audits focused on IT systems used to support the business operations, SOX, or financial statement audits within a Financial Institution or Insurance company.

Demonstrated experience in managing multiple audits that span several line of business audit teams.

IT or IT audit experience evaluating multiple technologies, including Mainframe, ERP systems, Databases, WebSphere, etc.

Experience working in a highly regulated environment, and reviewing work product with external regulators

Ability to develop innovative audit strategies and methodologies

Holds one or more of the following IT certifications: CISA, CISSP, CIA, CPA, or other related IT certifications.

*Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level*

When you apply for this position, you will be required to answer some initial questions.  This will take approximately 5 minutes.  Once you begin the questions you will not be able to finish them at a later time and you will not able to change your responses.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

At USAA our employees enjoy one of the best benefits packages in the business, including a flexible business casual or casual dress environment, comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, along with wellness and wealth building programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education will assist you with your professional goals.

USAA also offers a variety of on-site services and conveniences to help you manage your work and personal life, including seven cafeterias, two company stores and three fitness centers.

For Internal Candidates: Must complete 12 months in current position (from date of hire or date of placement), or must have manager’s approval prior to posting.

Last day for internal candidates to apply to the opening is 11/17/2020 by 11:59 pm CST time

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