IT Staff Auditor II

Sunflower Bank, N.A.

$80K — $95K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant field; 5+ years IT internal audit experience in financial services
  • Preferred audit certifications like CISA, CISM, or CRISC
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient interpersonal skills and project management expertise
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and work flexible hours
  • Must be bondable and maintain confidentiality

Responsibilities

  • Execute IT and integrated audit procedures according to the audit program
  • Conduct risk-based testing on IT processes to assess control effectiveness
  • Prepare and document audit workpapers clearly and thoroughly
  • Engage in process discussions with stakeholders to understand systems and controls
  • Identify control deficiencies and assist in developing actionable audit observations
  • Communicate findings and audit progress timely to management
  • Support continuous improvement efforts for the Internal Audit function

Benefits

  • 401(k) Plan with 6% match
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Fitness reimbursement
  • Paid time off and volunteer leave
  • Paid holidays
  • Various associate perks and incentives
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of full-time IT Staff Auditor II at our Dallas, TX Location.

Summary

The IT Staff Auditor II is an individual contributor within the Internal Audit function, reporting directly to an Internal Audit Manager. This role supports the successful execution of the Internal Audit Plan by performing risk-based testing of IT and integrated controls to assess the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.

The IT Staff Auditor II is responsible for executing audit test procedures across assigned engagements, including documenting work performed, evaluating control design and operating effectiveness, and identifying control gaps or inefficiencies. The position requires the ability to assess IT risks-such as access management, change management, operations, and data integrity-and to clearly communicate results and observations to audit management. The IT Staff Auditor II applies internal audit standards, departmental methodologies, and regulatory expectations in executing their responsibilities, while maintaining professional skepticism and audit quality.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Execute assigned IT and integrated audit procedures in accordance with the approved audit program, including testing of control design and operating effectiveness.
  • Perform risk-based testing over key IT processes, such as access management, change management, IT operations, and data integrity, to evaluate control effectiveness and identify potential control gaps.
  • Prepare and maintain audit workpapers that clearly document procedures performed, supporting evidence, testing results, and conclusions in accordance with Internal Audit standards and workpaper requirements.
  • Participate in walkthroughs and process discussions with business and IT stakeholders to develop an understanding of systems, processes, and key controls.
  • Identify control deficiencies, process weaknesses, or inefficiencies, and assist in developing well-supported audit observations, including root causes and potential risk impacts.
  • Communicate audit progress, findings, and potential issues to Internal Audit management in a timely and clear manner.
  • Assist in the preparation of audit deliverables, including summaries of testing results, issue documentation, and supporting analysis for audit reports.
  • Perform follow-up and validation procedures on management action plans to confirm remediation efforts have been effectively implemented.
  • Maintain an understanding of applicable regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies relevant to IT risk and controls.
  • Adhere to Internal Audit policies, procedures, and professional standards, maintaining independence, objectivity, and quality in all assignments.
  • Prioritize and manage multiple assignments effectively, providing regular status updates and meeting established timelines.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Internal Audit function, including adoption of tools, methodologies, and data analytics techniques where applicable.
  • Perform the job in accordance with applicable industry laws and regulations as well as the policies and procedures established by the company.
  • Responsible for upholding Fair and Responsible Banking practices and Code of Ethics and Conduct guidelines.
  • Understand and participate in the Bank's Community Reinvestment Act program.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Education / Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and a minimum of five (5) years of previous IT internal audit experience within the financial services industry.
  • Audit certification such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CDPSE, etc. is preferred.
  • Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills, and common sense
  • Strong written and oral Communication skills
  • Excellent Interpersonal skills
  • Strong project management skills
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Strong Customer Focus Skills
  • Must be able to work flexible hours
  • Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and objectivity
  • Ability to travel to other locations regularly
  • Must be bondable.

Pay is dependent on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location.

Working Conditions

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

Sunflower Bank Benefits

People choose to "bank" with us, but for those we serve, we're more than a bank. We strive to be the financial backbone of their lives, and we know that starts with our team.

Our supportive culture empowers team members to grow and seize new opportunities. Like our namesake, the sunflower, we are:
  • Rooted in Strength
  • Propelled by Growth
  • Individuals in a Great Whole
  • Creating Possibility
  • Community Focused

Associates enjoy outstanding benefits, including:
  • 401(k) Plan with 6% Match
  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Company-paid Life Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Fitness Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off
  • Volunteer Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Plus, many more associate perks & incentives!

If you qualify, apply online at www.sunflowerbank.com/careers.

You've never worked anyplace like Sunflower Bank!

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Sunflower Bank, N.A.

More Finance & Insurance Jobs

Find similar IT Staff Auditor II jobs: