IT Audit ManagerJob ID: 14841Location: El Paso, TXFull/Part Time: Full TimeRegular/Temporary: RegularPosition InformationHiring Department: Office of Auditing and Consulting Services (OACS)Reports To: Chief Audit Executive (CAE)Work Modality: On-Site - El Paso, Texas, with potential for hybrid work following successful completion of the probationary period.Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pmFLSA status: ExemptEarliest Start Date: As soon as possible.Salary: Commensurate with experience.Required Application Materials:• Resume• Cover Letter• List of three referencesPosition SummaryThe Information Technology (IT) Audit Manager leads risk-based assurance and advisory engagements focused on information technology. The manager plans, executes, and reports on IT assurance and advisory engagements in conformance with the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards and UTEP's internal audit methodology, with emphasis on governance, risk management, and internal control effectiveness.Plan, manage, and deliver risk-based IT audit and advisory engagements in accordance with the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards and UTEP's internal audit methodology, including the development of engagement objectives, scope, evaluation criteria, and detailed audit programs.Demonstrate ethics and professionalism by adhering to the Internal Global Audit Standards principles of Integrity, objectivity, competency, due professional care and confidentiality. Ensure effective engagement supervision, professional skepticism, and high quality documentation that enables efficient review and approval by the Chief Audit ExecutiveConduct relevant interviews with stakeholders and prepare the Annual Information Technology Risk Assessment and Audit Plan.Apply extensive knowledge of enterprise IT environments, industry best practices, and relevant regulatory requirements, including the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) §202 Security Control Standards Catalog, to assess governance, risk management, and internal control effectiveness.Analyze complex systems, processes, and audit evidence using sound professional judgment, critical thinking, and analytical skills to identify risks, root causes, and control deficiencies, and to develop practical, value-added recommendations.Utilize audit management systems and data analytics software tools to improve audit planning, execution, efficiency, and insight, and to enhance coverage of key IT risks.Draft clear, concise, and well-organized audit reports that effectively communicate audit scope, observations, risk implications, and recommendations to management and executive leadership.Develop and deliver effective presentations that clearly explain audit results, key risks, and recommended actions to executive management, governance committees, and other stakeholders.Build and maintain productive working relationships by collaborating with management and cross-functional teams, influencing outcomes, and supporting corrective action efforts to strengthen internal controls.Manage multiple IT audit projects concurrently by independently prioritizing work, allocating resources, monitoring budgets and schedules, and ensuring timely completion of engagements.Supervise, mentor, and evaluate audit staff, providing guidance and feedback as needed, and review workpapers to ensure quality, completeness, and conformance with professional standards.Drive continuous improvement and innovation within IT audit and advisory practices by identifying opportunities to enhance methodologies, processes, and tools.Serve as a strategic advisor on IT governance matters and participate in major system implementations, technology initiatives, and institutional projects as requested.Coordinate management responses to audit findings, track remediation efforts, and perform follow-up procedures to verify that corrective actions are implemented effectively and in a timely manner.Keep the Chief Audit Executive informed of engagement progress, emerging risks, significant issues, and matters requiring attention or escalation.Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.Complies with all State and University policies.Other duties may be assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's objectives, policies and applicable laws.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Required Qualifications:Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, computer science, information systems, or a business-related field.andMinimum Experience: Minimum of seven (7) years of IT-related experience, including at least five (5) years of IT auditing experience and three (3) years of supervisory or project leadership experience.CIA certification or CPA license required; additional certifications preferred including CISA, CISM, or CISSP.Ability to create, modify, and evaluate SQL queries and use database and analytics tools such as Power BI; experience with PeopleSoft and/or Banner systemsPreferred Qualifications:Experience in higher education or public sector environments preferred.Why Pick UTEPThe https://www.utep.edu/human-resources/services/talent%20acquisition/why-…) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.UTEP is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 26,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.This is an especially exciting time to join UTEP as it advances the goals of its https://www.utep.edu/strategic-plan/. Built around the institution's core strengths—its location, its people, its supportive culture, and its community partnerships—the plan lays out a bold vision for the next decade, aimed at maximizing the University's regional impact and national stature.https://www.utep.edu/audit/about/The Office of Auditing and Consulting Services (OACS) reports administratively to the President and functionally to the University's Internal Audit Committee.The OACS staff is composed of auditors with varying levels of experience in operational, compliance, financial, and information systems auditing. The auditors participate in universally recognized professional associations and certification programs. The auditors are also required to earn continuing education credits in subjects relevant to the services provided by the OACS.The OACS is responsible for independently reviewing management's disposition for administrative and accounting controls. When necessary, the auditors will recommend changes to improve overall efficiency and effectiveness.The OACS interacts with every college, department, and division of UTEP. The auditors take pride in their work and ensure the safekeeping and confidentiality of all records and information used during the course of an audit.MissionTo serve UTEP's stakeholders by improving operations through risk-based, objective assurance, advice, and insight.VisionThe Office of Auditing and Consulting Services will add value to UTEP by conducting its operations with the highest professional and ethical standards. We will be a leader in driving continuous improvement and promoting integrity, accountability, and transparency. By aligning our efforts with UTEP's mission, we will enhance access to excellent higher education, support the discovery of public value, and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of our community.Miner Perks and BenefitsWhat UTEP Offers:• Benefit Package includes: Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform• Voluntary Benefits: Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long - term disability plans• Retirement Programs• Longevity Pay• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave• Paid Holidays• Employee Discounts & Perks• Employee Education Assistance program• And much more! Visit our https://www.utep.edu/human-resources/services/benefits/2025-2026%20summ… for more information on our additional benefits.Disclaimer: Eligibility for perks and benefits may vary based on part-time or full-time employment.Additional InformationNote: To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50 pounds.The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to a learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at mailto:titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 223C.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/7062679jeid-8158cdf99512824da39d8530d713f417