Information Technology Auditor jobs in Connecticut

About Us:

As a premier retailer known for pushing the boundaries of quality, customer service, and innovation, we are on the brink of an exciting transition. In the next 6-12 months, we will become a publicly-traded company, marking a significant milestone in our journey. Our IT department is central to this transformation, ensuring that our technology infrastructure and processes are not only robust and secure but also compliant with the stringent regulations that govern public companies. We are seeking an IT Auditor pivotal in upholding our standards through periodic reviews and the continuous updating of our IT system workflows and compliance protocols, even beyond our public launch. This individual must possess strong time management and multitasking abilities to work effectively with multiple product owners.

Job Description:

The IT Auditor role is crucial for our continued compliance and operational excellence as a soon-to-be public company and beyond. You will conduct comprehensive audits across our IT infrastructure, identifying risks and ensuring the effectiveness of our controls. A key part of your role will involve collaborating closely with multiple product owners to perform periodic reviews and regularly update IT system workflows and compliance protocols. Your ability to manage time effectively and multitask will be essential in adapting to evolving regulations and business needs, ensuring our IT operations support our growth and public company status.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed IT audits to evaluate risk, compliance, and control effectiveness, focusing on long-term strategies for a public company.
• Collaborate with product owners across the company to conduct periodic reviews, ensuring their operations align with our IT governance, workflows, and compliance standards.
• Update and maintain IT system workflows and compliance protocols to reflect current practices, regulatory requirements, and technological advancements.
• Develop comprehensive audit reports for management, emphasizing findings, implications, and actionable recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with critical regulations and internal policies, focusing on the unique requirements of public companies.
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations, playing a vital role in enhancing our IT governance framework as we grow and evolve.
• Employ strong time management and multitasking skills to effectively engage with multiple stakeholders and manage diverse tasks in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Professional certification (CISA, CISSP, or equivalent) is a strong asset.
• 1-3 years of experience in IT audit, risk management, or related areas, ideally with exposure to environments subject to regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with product owners and various stakeholders to review and improve IT processes, workflows, and compliance protocols.
• Exceptional time management and multitasking abilities, essential for managing concurrent tasks and engagements with multiple product owners.
• Proficient in IT audit methodologies, frameworks (COBIT, ITIL), and public company regulations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of clearly presenting findings and recommendations.
• Independent, proactive approach to work, capable of managing multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A role at the heart of our transition to a publicly-traded company and our future growth.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A dynamic, collaborative work environment committed to innovation and excellence.