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Metropolitan Commercial Bank · 1 day ago

IT Internal Audit Officer

NYC Metro Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$140K/yr - $150K/yr

6+ years exp

Metropolitan Commercial Bank is a full-service commercial bank based in New York City. They are seeking a highly motivated Internal Audit Officer to support the IT audit function by acting as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders and the audit co-sourcing firm, ensuring audits are conducted effectively and aligned with regulatory standards.

BankingBusiness DevelopmentCommercial

Responsibilities

Serve as the main point of contact between the Internal Audit Department and the co-sourcing audit firm; manage IT audits

Assist in the development of Internal Audit’s annual risk assessment and the audit plan; ensuring the plan is responsive to, and aligned with, the risk profile of the Bank; ensuring the risk assessment is periodically updated as needed

Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of IT related controls, adherence to established policies and procedures, and regulatory guidance

Review and validate co-sourcing firm workpapers; discuss irregularities, exceptions and deficiencies discovered during audits and issue validation testing with management

Manage the issue tracking including regulatory issues. Review and evaluate evidence obtained from management for validation and perform follow-up testing as necessary

Assist in assessing IT processes, controls and documentation associated with SOX 404 program, collaborate with the Bank’s external auditor, and test SOX controls on behalf of management

Provide knowledgeable and objective counsel to strengthen the Bank’s IT control environment; conduct pre/post- implementation of IT systems, present audit results to management and the Audit Committee as needed

Assist in developing IT audit methodology and IT audit procedures

Engage in continuous learning by participating in educational opportunities; maintaining professional accreditations; read professional publications; participate in professional organizations. Stay current on emerging technologies and regulatory requirements impacting IT risk and audits

Qualification

IT audit experienceCISA certificationSOX complianceIT general controlsCybersecurity frameworksRegulatory agency experienceCommunication skillsLeadership skillsProblem-solving skillsTime management

Required

6+ years of progressive external and/or internal IT audit experience in an organization of appropriate scale and complexity; bank and publicly traded company experience

Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field

Relevant certification preferred (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CIA, CPA)

Strong understanding of IT general controls, cybersecurity frameworks and related regulatory guidelines (e.g., FFIEC, GLBA, SOX)

Prior experience working with regulatory agencies, including FRB, NYSDFS and FDIC is plus

Ability to build relationships with both technical and business stakeholders

Strong time management and organizational skills, written and oral communication skills

Exceptional leadership and problem-solving skills

Ability to exercise good judgment, to make sound decisions, and to identify opportunities to improve audit efficiency and effectiveness

Ability to coach and train staff employees

Preferred

A results-driven, self-starter possessing excellent communication, collaboration and influencing skills

Collaborative team-player who can find creative and practical solutions in a dynamic work environment

Ability to work under pressure, and to handle ambiguity, juggle multiple matters at once, and quickly and seamlessly shift from one situation or task to another