IT Auditor

IT Auditor

Location: Toronto, ON - Hybrid Duration: Initial 3 Months with Possible Extension Start: Immediate / ASAP

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced IT Auditor with a strong risk-based mindset and background in IT audit, control testing, and financial services . The ideal candidate will have experience working in or with large banking environments , with sufficient technology and cybersecurity knowledge to effectively challenge first-line teams.

This role focuses on risk assessment, control effectiveness, audit observations, and clear communication , rather than checklist-based auditing.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform IT audit and control testing activities with a strong focus on risk.
• Assess technology, IT, and cybersecurity risks and control effectiveness.
• Work with first-line technology and business teams to challenge and validate controls.
• Identify, document, and communicate audit observations in a clear and structured manner.
• Evaluate risks and translate technical findings into business-focused observations.
• Collaborate with audit, technology, cybersecurity, and business stakeholders.
• Support audit activities across large and complex banking environments.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in IT Audit and/or IT Control Testing .
• Risk-based auditing experience with the ability to think beyond checklists.
• Experience working in or with large banking / financial services organizations .
• Solid understanding of technology and cybersecurity concepts.
• Ability to credibly challenge first-line technology teams.
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to structure and clearly articulate audit observations.

Certifications

Preferred:

• CRISC
• CISA
• CIA

Nice to Have:

• CISSP

Industry Experience: Banking experience highly preferred.