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Patelco Credit Union · 7 hours ago

Senior IT Internal Auditor

Patelco Credit Union is a not-for-profit credit union focused on building financial health for its members. The Senior IT Internal Auditor is responsible for planning, executing, and reporting on IT audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management processes within the technology environment of the financial institution.

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Responsibilities

Develop and execute risk-based IT audit plans to assess the design and operating effectiveness of IT controls, systems, and processes
Perform audits of IT infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity measures, data management, and third-party vendors
Evaluate compliance with regulations such as FFIEC, GLBA, GDPR, and other relevant financial industry standards
Identify and assess IT risks, including cybersecurity, data integrity, and system availability risks
Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in IT systems and processes
Test IT general controls (ITGC), application controls, and automated controls to ensure they mitigate identified risks
Review security configurations, access controls, change management, and disaster recovery processes
Prepare clear, concise, and actionable audit reports with findings, recommendations, and management action plans
Present audit results to senior management, highlighting key risks and remediation strategies
Collaborate with IT and business units to ensure timely resolution of audit findings
Provide guidance to management on IT governance, risk management, and control frameworks
Stay informed on emerging technologies, cyber threats, and regulatory changes to advise on best practices
Participate in IT project reviews to ensure controls are embedded during system implementations or upgrades
Lead or assist in special projects, investigations, or IT-related fraud reviews as needed
Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Internal Audit department’s methodologies and tools

Qualification

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Risk management frameworksGRC softwareData analytics toolsCommunication skillsTeam leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
3+ years of experience in internal audit, preferably within a financial institution or regulated industry
Strong knowledge of banking regulations (e.g., FDIC, NCUA, CFPB), financial reporting standards (GAAP/IFRS), and risk management frameworks
Knowledge of GRC software (e.g., TeamMate+, AuditBoard, Quantivate, Diligent), data analytics tools, and Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred

Advanced degree or relevant certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or equivalent is strongly preferred
Experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is highly desirable

Benefits

Exceptional Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits
Onsite fitness center at HQ and rewards for completing wellness related activities
Competitive compensation packages with bonus opportunity
401(k) with 3% Safe Harbor and 5% employer match
Discounts on loan products
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
PTO for part-time and full-time positions
Paid holidays
On-the-job training and skills development
Internal transfer opportunities for career growth
Volunteer work
Flexible work arrangements available for specific positions

Company

Patelco Credit Union

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Patelco was originally started to serve the financial interests of the employees of a specific organization, in their case the Pacific

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Erin Mendez
CEO/President
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