IT Audit consultant

Summary:

Our client has a need for a consultant within their IT Audit group; executing data reconciliation and access change management related it audits.

Audit work will include reviewing and analyzing selected systems from a risk/controls perspective, reviewing java code and testing java based it controls.

The work will require the ability to read and test java code, and SQL for analyzing large data sets.

The Consultant should understand technology controls/IT Audit, data integrity and user imput controls.

This organization is focused on reducing technology risk and enhancing the firm's overall control environment by: reviewing and testing I.T. applications, making recommendations to introduce or improve controls; assisting with improvement of data integrity and adherence to audit standards by improving controls.

Performing technology risk and controls reviews within a challenging, dynamic, and complex business and technology environment.

interaction with both technology stakeholders and business auditors and therefore a combination of technology skills, business product knowledge, analytical skills and interpersonal skills are required for the position.

take ownership of the fieldwork testing by effectively interacting with audit clients to understand the flows and controls.

develop effective testing approaches and execute tests accurately within audit timelines.

Requirements:

As many firm systems are developed internally, a strong background in technology (Java/object-oriented programming) particularly within financial services area is required.

Project experience working with Financial/Securities Data.

Understanding of IT Audit, Technology Controls.

Prior Experience within capital markets is preferred.

Data Analysis skills and ability to use SQL for working with large data sets.

Strong Business and Functional Analysis skills.

Experience documenting system workflows .

Strong communication skills, particularly in producing clear and concise documentation.