SENIOR IT AUDITOR SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Published: Oct 24, 2025 - The Senior Information Technology (IT) Auditor has experience in IT, operations, internal auditing, risk management, compliance, or information security, preferably within a Big 4 consulting or accounting firm. This role requires certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA, strong knowledge of enterprise control frameworks (COSO, COBIT, ISO, ITIL), and proficiency with tools like SQL, ACL, or Tableau. The auditor also demonstrates excellent communication and leadership skills, is results-driven, and excels in process improvement, team collaboration, and influencing diverse teams.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Senior IT Auditor Resume
- IT Auditing
- Risk Assessment
- Control Testing
- Audit Planning
- Data Analytics
- Compliance Review
- Audit Reporting
- System Evaluation
- Risk Management
- Process Improvement
- Stakeholder Communication
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Problem Solving
- Business Partnership
- Adaptability
- Professional Conduct
- Client Management
- Team Collaboration
- Staff Training
Summary of Senior IT Auditor Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Data Analytics with 4 years of Experience
- Relevant experience in internal or external IT audit.
- Understanding of risk assessment practices, internal auditing standards, Sarbanes-Oxley Act Section 404, and COBIT, NIST, etc. frameworks.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and strong attention to detail.
- Experience in supporting multiple priorities and working with varying team members.
- Proficient in MS Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Must be fluent in English.
- Must have professional certification (CISA).
- Must have manufacturing industry experience.
- Experience performing financial and ERP application IT audits (HFM, SAP, MFG/PRO QAD).
- Experience performing cloud, cybersecurity, infrastructure, database, RPA, etc., audits.
2. BS in Computer Science with 6 years of Experience
- Must have CISA/CISSP/CISM with proven experience, preferably a mix of time in a ‘Big 4’ public accounting firm and a large international audit and control function.
- Good understanding of the IIA International Professional Practices Framework Standards, Internal Audit and Risk Management methodologies (e.g., COSO).
- Experience in frameworks such as COBIT, ISO, NIST, or other established risk management frameworks and experience with or certification in the use of IT audit tools.
- Experience with risk-based auditing and Sarbanes-Oxley testing, preferably within the technology industry.
- Must have analytical skills and an appetite for knowledge and new experiences.
- Ability to efficiently handle multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines while working both independently and in a team environment.
- Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
- Must have professional standards, integrity and ethical behavior.
3. BA in Information Systems with 8 years of Experience
- Experience in IT or Operations, internal auditing, risk management, IT compliance, IT project management, information security, software development, or technology.
- Risk management experience (performing assessments, designing controls, managing enterprise control frameworks).
- Must be results-oriented.
- Ability to motivate, influence, and manage diverse teams.
- Experience collaborating on a team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with process improvement, Kaizen, and Six Sigma.
- Experience with SQL, ACL, Tableau, or other data analysis tools.
- Must have relevant certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA).
- Able to familiarize with COSO, COBIT, ISO and ITIL frameworks.
- Broad technical or information security background.
- Big 4 accounting or consulting firm experience.