IT Auditor (Hybrid)

Provide information technology expertise and guidance in performing complex Information Technology (IT)audits and oversee functions performed by professional audit staff. This position also assists Chicago, Springfield, and Urbana-Champaign campus staff by providing IT audit expertise and coordination of audit office network administration and departmental computer support. Auditors function as an extension of the VP/CFO/Comptroller of the BOT, President, and BOT via the ABFFC and is an element of governance of the organization, by supporting the fiduciary responsibilities of senior management and the BOT., 1. Perform information technology audits. Audits will be with any of the various operational industries at the University of Illinois System (System) and its University-Related Organizations. Independently conduct all phases of the audit including planning and research, risk assessment, fieldwork, report development, wrap-up, and follow-up. Concurrently run multiple projects.

1. Research statutes, federal regulations, and other internal and external guidelines affecting the area or process under review. Determine risk areas and the objective of the audit. Determine the operational processes in place and create testing programs to assess the operations based on the goals established. Work is often sensitive, unusual, and has no precedence.
2. Coordinate with the auditee the conduct and scheduling of all campus and off-site fieldwork and meetings. Projects may be conducted in Chicago, Springfield, or Urbana-Champaign. Limited projects occur at other locations outside of the System.
3. Identify control weaknesses and opportunities for improving controls, gaining efficiencies, and strengthening compliance with laws and regulations.
4. Communicate with management at all levels of the organization to effectively convey identified opportunities and weaknesses and develop realistic and beneficial recommendations for the implementation of solutions. Recommendations may be at a unit, process, or System-wide level.
5. Conduct meetings with employees of all levels of the System. Meetings should promote effective gathering of information and assessing the business, environment, and controls while at the same time providing benefit to the auditee.
6. Consult with System faculty, management, and staff on processes, policies, and good business practices on an ad hoc basis.
7. Participate on project teams for business system re-engineering, evaluation of process flows, and financial reviews to provide internal control advice and counsel.
8. Participate in self-evaluation processes and continuous improvement projects within the Office of University Audits.
9. Assist Chicago, Springfield, and Urbana-Champaign audit staff in the performance of their assignments.
10. Attend and network with campus IT pros at University-wide and campus-wide events.
11. Perform other duties appropriate for an Information Technology Auditor.

Required:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field.
2. Two years or more of experience in one or more of the following areas: IT audit, IT operations, IT project management, regulatory compliance, or public accounting.

Preferred:

1. Advanced degree in the fields of Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field.
2. Three years or more of information technology audit experience.

Certifications

Preferred:

1. CISA, CISSP, CIA, or CPA certifications.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

Required:

1. Progressive experience sufficient to carry out evaluations and analysis, without continuous oversight.
2. Ability to work independently and have self-discipline to maintain high productivity over the long-term.
3. Ability to schedule own audit projects and meet audit plan objectives.
4. Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments to produce accurate, detail-oriented within established deadlines.
5. Expertise that allows complex audit activities to be independently performed.
6. Ability to work with all levels of the System to achieve the appropriate focus on both departmental and enterprise-wide issues and achieve the defined goals and objectives of the assignment.
7. Ability to apply independent professional judgment to diverse business and operational scenarios inan objective manner.
8. Communication skills necessary to address audit issues, both orally and in writing, with all levels of system management.

Preferred:

1. Knowledge of auditing principles and practices and standards of the Information Systems Audit and Control Association, the Institute of Internal Auditors, and the State Fiscal Control and InternalAuditing Act.

This is a Full Time academic professional position. The expected start date is 11/1/2026. Sponsorship for Work Authorization is not available for this position. System Office jobs such as this one are not eligible for the Referral Program. The budgeted salary range for the position is $65,000.00 - 95,000.00. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.