Senior Auditor - Data Management

• Independently execute audit test work with a high level of quality and professionalism.
• Lead or support audit engagements throughout the audit lifecycle, including planning, risk assessment, testing, reporting, and issue validation.
• Serve as Auditor-in-Charge (AIC) on assigned engagements, managing execution activities, timelines, and team-member responsibilities.
• Evaluate risks, controls, and processes across business, technology, and enterprise data management functions.
• Participate in audit planning, business walkthroughs, risk assessments, and control evaluations.
• Develop risk-based recommendations that address control gaps and improve business processes.
• Assess the effectiveness of Data Governance, Data Management, Data Quality, Data Lineage, and Data Traceability programs.
• Evaluate governance over Critical Data Elements (CDEs), data ownership, stewardship, metadata management, and data lifecycle management practices.
• Assess end-to-end data flows and related controls to ensure data integrity, completeness, accuracy, and compliance with enterprise standards.
• Review data-related policies, procedures, standards, and governance frameworks for alignment with business and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to enhance data management practices and strengthen risk management capabilities across the organization.
• Develop and execute data-driven audit procedures using SQL, Python, Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau, SAS, or similar tools.
• Analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends, anomalies, control gaps, risk indicators, and operational inefficiencies.
• Utilize data mining, automation, and technology-enabled testing techniques to improve audit effectiveness and coverage.
• Support continuous monitoring and continuous auditing activities through the development of repeatable analytics.
• Translate analytical results into meaningful business and risk insights for stakeholders and audit leadership.
• Build strong relationships with business partners, risk teams, technology organizations, and enterprise data management stakeholders.
• Communicate audit observations, risks, and recommendations clearly and effectively to management and executive leadership.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and knowledge sharing to less experienced audit team members.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and professional development within Audit Services.

The successful candidate will combine data governance expertise with strong analytical capabilities to assess data integrity, reliability, and regulatory compliance. This individual will partner with business, technology, risk, and enterprise data management teams to evaluate end-to-end data processes, critical data elements (CDEs), data controls, and governance practices. The role requires the ability to independently analyze large and complex datasets using analytical tools and coding techniques to support audit testing, risk assessments, and continuous monitoring activities., * Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Data Management, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field; OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience.

• 4+ years of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Data Governance, Data Management, Data Analytics, Information Technology, Risk Management, Financial Services, or a related field.
• Experience evaluating risks, controls, and operational or technology processes within a regulated environment.
• Experience analyzing large datasets to identify trends, risks, anomalies, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present risk-based insights and challenge constructively.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

What sets you apart:

• Experience assessing Data Governance, Data Management, Data Quality, Data Lineage, and Data Traceability programs.
• Experience evaluating critical data elements (CDEs), data controls, metadata management, and end-to-end data flows.
• Hands-on experience performing audit analytics, continuous monitoring, automated testing, or data-driven assurance activities.
• Proficiency with SQL, Python, Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau, SAS, or similar analytical tools.
• Experience developing data visualizations, dashboards, and analytical reporting solutions.
• Knowledge of enterprise data management principles, regulatory expectations, and industry-leading governance practices.
• Experience partnering with Enterprise Data, Technology, Risk Management, Compliance, or Data Governance organizations.
• Professional certifications such as: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Other relevant audit, risk, or analytics certifications.
• US military experience gained through military service or gained as a military spouse / domestic partner.

Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $85,040.00 - $162,550.00 .

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs., USAA is unlike any other financial services organization. The mission of the association is to facilitate the financial security of its members, associates and their families through provision of a full range of highly competitive financial products and services; in so doing, USAA seeks to be the provider of choice for the military community. We do this by upholding the highest standards and ensuring that our corporate business activities and individual employee conduct reflect good judgment and common sense, and are consistent with our core values of service, loyalty, honesty and integrity.

USAA attributes its long-standing success to its most valuable resource: our 35,000 employees. They are the heart and soul of our member-service culture. When you join us, you’ll become part of a thriving community committed to going above for those who have gone beyond: the men and women of the U.S. military, their associates and their families. In order to play a role on our team, you don’t have to be connected to the military yourself - you just need to share our passion for serving our more than 13 million members.

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