IT Audit Senior Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of IT audit senior. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for the Internal Audit organization with strategic direction in the establishment of IT risk-based auditing and reporting methodologies, and organization design.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Organized, energetic, flexible and self-motivated, with an analytical mind
• Able to initiate, promote and lead positive changes within diverse organization
• Able to effectively evaluate TIAD staff on their performance on a timely basis, both on the job in written form
• Knowledge of HIPAA preferred
• Knowledge of generally accepted IS standards and control practices
• CISA, CISM or CISSP certification strongly preferred
• Application Control Reviews/Integrated Auditing/Pre-implementation Reviews
• General Computing Controls Cyber security

In response to your job posting for IT audit senior, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for inputs and assist in preparing quarterly update for AC and ad-hoc IT audits, key audit observations, status of audit recommendations etc.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Demonstrated knowledge in the use of technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of the audit process and deliverables
• Provides leadership to professional staff
• Accountable for the performance and results of the team
• Develops and administers performance requirements
• Knowledge of multiple technology domains including software development, database management, and networking
• Knowledge of information security standards best practices for securing computer systems and applicable laws and regulations
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) preferred
• Experience with SQL Server, Oracle, Teradata, Active Directory, and Unix/Linux

I am excited to be applying for the position of IT audit senior. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for support in facilitating Unity’s Enterprise Risk Management program, including conducting risk assessments and developing a risk-based internal audit plan.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is preferable
• Strong working knowledge of industry frameworks, , COBIT 5, NIST CSF, etc
• Proficient in distributed system concepts and various system platforms
• Sound technical knowledge covering multiple areas, such as IT security, change management, operations, databases, networks and operating systems
• Excellent communication (both written and verbal) and diplomacy skills with peers and all levels of management
• Self motivated, adaptive, proactive, and works well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Experience working in the media and/or technology industry
• Experience with frameworks such as COBIT, COSO, ISO, ITIL, NIST, GAPP

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the IT audit senior position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for input regarding IT risk factors and other issues to assist in annual determination of overall audit scope.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• CIA, CPA, CISSA, CISA certification preferred
• GAMP or ICH (International Council of Harmonization) Validation Guidance
• Understanding of Six-Sigma or Green Belt Certification
• Thorough working knowledge of spreadsheet, database applications, relational databases, and Microsoft Suite of products (Excel and Access)
• Experience in the recruitment and successful placement of IT audit resources at various levels within the organization
• Prior experience interacting with the FFIEC is preferred
• Confident, able to conduct interviews single-handedly with peers, , with senior level management
• Knowledge of data analytics related programming language, such as MS SQL, Visual Basic, ACL or MS Access preferred

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the IT audit senior position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for audit services for security, risk, and compliance to support clients, compliance, audit and IT.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Understands and has applied the FIAR and FISCAM methodologies to achieve audit readiness
• Understands Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), and Statement on Standards for Attestation Engagements (SSAE)
• Experience in DoD audits
• Proven knowledge of IT and technology including experience of performing ITGCs and IT audits
• Contributing towards team performance and development
• Supporting the strategic direction of the team in terms of structure, balance of resource in terms of seniority and skills
• Managing individual review budgets (man days) and portfolios of reviews
• Budget management for area of responsibility if appropriate