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Senior IT Auditor
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Markel Overview
The Senior IT Auditor ensures compliance with internal policies, industry best practices (e.g., NAIC, SOX, NIST, COBIT), and applicable regulatory requirements. You will work closely with IT, security, compliance, and business leaders to identify control gaps, cyber risks, and areas of operational inefficiency. The role supports initiatives such as digital transformation, cloud adoption, data privacy, and third-party risk management. As a member of the Internal Audit Team, you will perform Information Technology (IT) and security related audits, including reviews of application controls, infrastructure components, governance controls and integrated operational reviews. This position is responsible for planning and completing complex IT audits that assess the design, implementation, and effectiveness of controls across core systems including policy administration, claims processing, and customer-facing applications. Responsibilities Assist in the planning and completion of complex IT audits across infrastructure, applications, and business systems, ensuring alignment with regulatory and internal risk requirements. Evaluate the design and effectiveness of IT controls, including general controls (ITGCs), application controls, cybersecurity measures, and data protection controls. Assess compliance with relevant industry standards like NIST, COBIT, and ISO 27001. Perform audits of key systems including policy administration, claims management, financial reporting systems, and customer portals. Review cloud infrastructure and third-party service providers for proper access controls, data protection, and resiliency measures. Plan and organize activities, manage multiple priorities, and complete assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner. Assist in planning the audit scope, preparing the audit program, and determining appropriate audit procedures based on professional judgment. Independently conduct client interviews, gather information, apply the audit methodology, and produce quality audit evidence and deliverables. Prepare and organize work papers, document conclusions, and prepare formal status updates and reports in accordance with established guidelines. Apply data analysis techniques within an audit to accomplish objectives and to present results in a clear, visual manner. Assess and evaluate the integrity, compliance, and performance of AI systems, ensuring they meet legal, ethical, and technical standards. Remain current on emerging technologies and threats, such as AI, ransomware, or cloud security risks, and incorporate them into risk assessments and audit planning.
Qualifications
Education: College degree in a relevant field. Certifications: CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent certification, or working toward certification. Experience: 3-5 years of related IT audit experience; experience in executing end-to-end technology or security-related audits preferred. Industry domain: Experience in financial services and/or cloud-based architectures is considered a plus.
Skills
Adaptable to a variety of situations and project assignments; ability to manage small to medium projects. Strong communication skills with ability to negotiate issues and present to leadership. Understanding of IT general controls, application controls, development and security practices, IT operations, and IT governance. Familiarity with IT risk frameworks (COBIT, ITIL, NIST, COSO) and the ability to apply data query and analysis tools. Understanding of AI types and associated risks; proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel pivot tables, charts) and Office 365 platform is a plus.
Additional Details
Travel: Limited travel to business locations as required. Work Authorization: US work authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future. Location/Industry: Insurance (Markel Group) Glen Allen, VA area; Mid-Senior level, Full-time role in the Accounting/Auditing function.
Whats in it for you: In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we offer competitive benefits including health, dental and vision plans, optional life and disability, 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, holidays, and parental leave. Caution: Employment scams all legitimate Markel postings are on Markel Careers. Do not share personal information with unsolicited offers. For concerns, contact rarecruiting@markel.com. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing Industries
Insurance Notes: No agencies please. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior IT Auditor
role at
Markel Overview
The Senior IT Auditor ensures compliance with internal policies, industry best practices (e.g., NAIC, SOX, NIST, COBIT), and applicable regulatory requirements. You will work closely with IT, security, compliance, and business leaders to identify control gaps, cyber risks, and areas of operational inefficiency. The role supports initiatives such as digital transformation, cloud adoption, data privacy, and third-party risk management. As a member of the Internal Audit Team, you will perform Information Technology (IT) and security related audits, including reviews of application controls, infrastructure components, governance controls and integrated operational reviews. This position is responsible for planning and completing complex IT audits that assess the design, implementation, and effectiveness of controls across core systems including policy administration, claims processing, and customer-facing applications. Responsibilities Assist in the planning and completion of complex IT audits across infrastructure, applications, and business systems, ensuring alignment with regulatory and internal risk requirements. Evaluate the design and effectiveness of IT controls, including general controls (ITGCs), application controls, cybersecurity measures, and data protection controls. Assess compliance with relevant industry standards like NIST, COBIT, and ISO 27001. Perform audits of key systems including policy administration, claims management, financial reporting systems, and customer portals. Review cloud infrastructure and third-party service providers for proper access controls, data protection, and resiliency measures. Plan and organize activities, manage multiple priorities, and complete assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner. Assist in planning the audit scope, preparing the audit program, and determining appropriate audit procedures based on professional judgment. Independently conduct client interviews, gather information, apply the audit methodology, and produce quality audit evidence and deliverables. Prepare and organize work papers, document conclusions, and prepare formal status updates and reports in accordance with established guidelines. Apply data analysis techniques within an audit to accomplish objectives and to present results in a clear, visual manner. Assess and evaluate the integrity, compliance, and performance of AI systems, ensuring they meet legal, ethical, and technical standards. Remain current on emerging technologies and threats, such as AI, ransomware, or cloud security risks, and incorporate them into risk assessments and audit planning.
Qualifications
Education: College degree in a relevant field. Certifications: CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent certification, or working toward certification. Experience: 3-5 years of related IT audit experience; experience in executing end-to-end technology or security-related audits preferred. Industry domain: Experience in financial services and/or cloud-based architectures is considered a plus.
Skills
Adaptable to a variety of situations and project assignments; ability to manage small to medium projects. Strong communication skills with ability to negotiate issues and present to leadership. Understanding of IT general controls, application controls, development and security practices, IT operations, and IT governance. Familiarity with IT risk frameworks (COBIT, ITIL, NIST, COSO) and the ability to apply data query and analysis tools. Understanding of AI types and associated risks; proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel pivot tables, charts) and Office 365 platform is a plus.
Additional Details
Travel: Limited travel to business locations as required. Work Authorization: US work authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future. Location/Industry: Insurance (Markel Group) Glen Allen, VA area; Mid-Senior level, Full-time role in the Accounting/Auditing function.
Whats in it for you: In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we offer competitive benefits including health, dental and vision plans, optional life and disability, 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, holidays, and parental leave. Caution: Employment scams all legitimate Markel postings are on Markel Careers. Do not share personal information with unsolicited offers. For concerns, contact rarecruiting@markel.com. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing Industries
Insurance Notes: No agencies please. #J-18808-Ljbffr