Internal Technology Audit Senior Associate

Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC?

Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.

The Internal Audit Department's (IAD) mission is to deliver independent assessments of the organization’s overall control environment and to promote proactive risk identification and mitigation. As a member of the Internal Audit team, you will play a key role in executing risk-based technology audits across a diverse and evolving environment. The Senior Associate supports all phases of the audit lifecycle, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, issue validation, and continuous monitoring activities. Working closely with audit management, auditees, and stakeholders, the role focuses on assessing control effectiveness, identifying risks and improvement opportunities, and delivering high-quality audit documentation and insights.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills, a commitment to collaboration, and a proactive approach to professional development. This role also contributes to team initiatives that enhance audit quality, efficiency, innovation, and the adoption of data-driven audit techniques.

Pay and Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
• Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
• Pension / Retirement benefits
• Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
• DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).

What you will do in this role

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• Execute risk-focused audit activities, including planning, fieldwork, testing, issue validation, root cause analysis, and reporting, under the guidance of audit management.
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• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls, identify risk exposures and control deficiencies, and evaluate the adequacy of remediation activities.
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• Perform audit procedures timely and within budget while escalating risks, issues, and project concerns as appropriate.
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• Prepare clear, concise, and well-supported audit documentation that complies with Internal Audit policies, procedures, and workpaper standards.
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• Leverage audit methodologies, automation, data analytics, and continuous monitoring techniques to improve audit effectiveness and efficiency.
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• Develop an understanding of business processes, technologies, risks, and regulatory requirements while continuously expanding technical and audit knowledge.
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• Build productive relationships with auditees and stakeholders, facilitate discussions, and contribute to a collaborative audit environment.
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• Support Internal Audit's continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance audit practices and processes.
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• Share knowledge with team members, contribute to onboarding and mentoring activities as appropriate, and actively support team development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-9 years of relevant experience in technology audit, information technology, cybersecurity, risk management, or related fields.
• Bachelor's degree preferred, preferably in a technology related field or another area along with applicable IT experience/exposure.

Talents Needed for Success

• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to assess technology, cybersecurity, and operational risks and evaluate the effectiveness of related controls.
• Strong collaboration, relationship-building, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using data analytics, automation, and emerging audit techniques is preferred.
• Demonstrated curiosity, continuous learning mindset, and commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.

Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.