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Audit Services at the University of Michigan seeks an outstanding senior auditor to join our team. Audit Services is a resource and provides service to all areas of the university. We offer a challenging environment, professional growth opportunities, and work/life balance. Travel to branch campuses and conferences is rare but may be required. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and performing IT audits and advisory engagements across all three campuses and Michigan Medicine. Engagements may include reviews of information systems, cybersecurity controls, IT governance, and related processes Key responsibilities include:
Plan and perform IT audits, including risk assessment, audit planning, fieldwork, analysis, evaluation of the adequacy of IT controls, and preparation of audit reports
Assess adherence to university policies and accepted standards (e.g., NIST, FERPA) and evaluate systems for confidentiality, integrity, and availability
Evaluate security controls for effectiveness, efficiency, compliance with legal requirements, and alignment with management objectives
Perform risk-based technical assessments of information systems and cybersecurity controls, which may include configuration reviews, vulnerability assessments, or other targeted security testing activities, as appropriate
Partner with institutional and cybersecurity teams to evaluate detection, response, and recovery capabilities
Evaluate the maturity of security architectures, identity and access management controls, and cloud configurations (e.g., AAWS, Azure, GCP)
Serve as a technical resource within Audit Services for cybersecurity risk, emerging threats, and technology-related control considerations
Proactively keep the associate director informed of audit progress, emerging risks, and significant issues
Assist with the support, configuration, and maintenance of audit management tools
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
This position requires effective communication with audit clients and collaboration with colleagues across Audit Services. A supportive and collaborative team environment is essential, along with proactive communication and sound judgement.
Bachelor's degree in management information systems, accounting, computer science, or related field
Relevant information technology experience and/or IT audit experience in a distributed and sophisticated information technology environment
Demonstrated expertise related to information systems auditing concepts, including security and control risks in the areas of logical and physical security, access controls, change management, data protection, operational resilience, networking, and modern cloud-based environments
Experience collecting and analyzing complex data, evaluating information and systems, drawing logical conclusions, and working collaboratively
Working knowledge of information technology and security best practices, control frameworks, business process mapping, and risk and controls identification
Excellent written and verbal communications and the ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Understanding of the concepts of internal controls in an IT context and risk assessment methodologies. However, inquisitive individuals with strong technical IT skills who are willing to learn auditing, are also encouraged to apply.
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse work group and across the broader university community
Ability to meet hybrid work requirements, including residence within commuting distance of Ann Arbor and access to a secure, confidential remote workspace
Graduate degree in a related field (e.g., information systems, cybersecurity, or audit)
Applied knowledge of cybersecurity and IT risk frameworks, such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and Center for Internet Security (CIS) controls
Experience performing advanced security or technical assessments , which may include vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, configuration reviews, or adversarial-style testing activities
Familiarity with ethical hacking concepts, threat modeling, or adversary techniques used to assess cyber risk and control effectiveness
Experience working with or alongside cybersecurity operations, incident response, or security monitoring teams
Experience using data analytic or technical tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA, Tableau, scripting or security testing tools) to support audit or risk assessment activities
Knowledge of higher education operations, university systems and data, and other compliance/regulatory requirements (e.g., FERPA, HIPAA, PCI DSS, GLBA)
Professional certifications such as CISA, CIA, CISSP, CEH, OSCP, or other relevant certifications
This is a hybrid position requiring secure reliable internet access and some on-site work is required so the candidate must live within a reasonable commuting distance from Ann Arbor. This position will have a potential for a flexible combination of on-campus and remote work responsibilities.
Respect for the university's core values is essential to the Audit Services mission and the department is committed to supporting initiatives that uphold and enhance these values across the university's research, teaching, and service missions.
Salary is commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate. Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and applicants for these positions will not be sponsored for work visas.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
A great university is made so by its faculty and staff, and Michigan is recognized as one of the best universities to work for in the country. The Michigan culture is known for engaging faculty and staff in all facets of the university to create a workplace that is vibrant and stimulating.For two consecutive years, the Chronicle of Higher Education has placed U-M in its "Great Colleges to Work For" survey. In particular, the university earns high marks for strong relations between faculty and administrators, a collaborative system of governance, strong pay and benefits, and a healthy work/life balance.