Kemper
Overview
Kemper is seeking a talented IT Lead Auditor for Assurance & Advisory Services to join our Internal Audit team. Internal Audit helps Kemper achieve its strategic intent by providing continuous assurance on governance, risk management, and controls through innovation, analytics, automation, and credible challenge. The role offers exposure to multiple areas of the business and senior management, with opportunities to identify issues and drive measurable improvements. This position is not remote and can be located in one of the following offices: Chicago, IL; St. Louis, MO; Birmingham, AL; Dallas, TX; McAllen, TX – hybrid schedule. Responsibilities
Lead and perform end-to-end IT, IS, and cybersecurity assurance and advisory engagements, ensuring adherence to internal policies, regulatory expectations, and IT risk frameworks. Assess the effectiveness of technology-related controls, IT governance practices, and cybersecurity risk management strategies to identify issues and recommend enhancements. Develop clear and actionable findings; collaborate with stakeholders to drive remediation and draft high-quality reports for A&A leadership. Monitor progress on remediation efforts and assess the effectiveness of corrective actions through follow-up reviews. Provide coaching and direction to engagement team members, supporting professional growth and development of the A&A team. Establish and foster relationships with key client contacts; stay current on industry regulations, regulatory changes, and trends. Participate in departmental initiatives to improve audit processes. Qualifications
Education : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred. Experience : 4+ years of experience in audit, risk management, IT, cybersecurity, or related field. Preferred audit or risk management background within the Financial Services or Insurance industries. Skills : Strong understanding of IT auditing practices, IS frameworks, and IT/IS risks and controls. Ability to supervise IT, IS, and Cyber Security engagements and mentor others in evaluating technology risks. Effective organizational, analytical, and communication skills. Working knowledge of IT, IS, and Cyber Security control environments. Proficiency in audit management software, data analytics tools, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Certifications : One or more of the following preferred: CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, CFA. Physical Requirements
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time. Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $77,100 - $128,500. When determining offers, Kemper considers experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location. This role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and Kemper benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, etc.). Kemper is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and maintain a workplace free from discrimination. We do not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. Kemper will never request personal information via text or email. We do not use external messaging applications to communicate with candidates. If you receive such a message, delete it. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting Retail
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Kemper is seeking a talented IT Lead Auditor for Assurance & Advisory Services to join our Internal Audit team. Internal Audit helps Kemper achieve its strategic intent by providing continuous assurance on governance, risk management, and controls through innovation, analytics, automation, and credible challenge. The role offers exposure to multiple areas of the business and senior management, with opportunities to identify issues and drive measurable improvements. This position is not remote and can be located in one of the following offices: Chicago, IL; St. Louis, MO; Birmingham, AL; Dallas, TX; McAllen, TX – hybrid schedule. Responsibilities
Lead and perform end-to-end IT, IS, and cybersecurity assurance and advisory engagements, ensuring adherence to internal policies, regulatory expectations, and IT risk frameworks. Assess the effectiveness of technology-related controls, IT governance practices, and cybersecurity risk management strategies to identify issues and recommend enhancements. Develop clear and actionable findings; collaborate with stakeholders to drive remediation and draft high-quality reports for A&A leadership. Monitor progress on remediation efforts and assess the effectiveness of corrective actions through follow-up reviews. Provide coaching and direction to engagement team members, supporting professional growth and development of the A&A team. Establish and foster relationships with key client contacts; stay current on industry regulations, regulatory changes, and trends. Participate in departmental initiatives to improve audit processes. Qualifications
Education : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred. Experience : 4+ years of experience in audit, risk management, IT, cybersecurity, or related field. Preferred audit or risk management background within the Financial Services or Insurance industries. Skills : Strong understanding of IT auditing practices, IS frameworks, and IT/IS risks and controls. Ability to supervise IT, IS, and Cyber Security engagements and mentor others in evaluating technology risks. Effective organizational, analytical, and communication skills. Working knowledge of IT, IS, and Cyber Security control environments. Proficiency in audit management software, data analytics tools, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Certifications : One or more of the following preferred: CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, CFA. Physical Requirements
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time. Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $77,100 - $128,500. When determining offers, Kemper considers experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location. This role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and Kemper benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, etc.). Kemper is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and maintain a workplace free from discrimination. We do not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. Kemper will never request personal information via text or email. We do not use external messaging applications to communicate with candidates. If you receive such a message, delete it. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting Retail
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