IAM Audit Analyst

Job Summary Our client, a leading financial services organization, is seeking an IAM Audit Analyst to support IAM audits, ITGC assessments, and cybersecurity controls. This role partners with technology, risk, and business stakeholders to perform control testing, identify risks, support remediation efforts, and ensure compliance with governance and regulatory requirements. Core ResponsibilitiesLead projects related to Identity and Access Management (IAM) controls, IT General Controls (ITGC), information security/cybersecurity, application and system implementation reviews, and IT governance processesProvide oversight and guidance to stakeholders regarding IAM audit requests and evidence requestsPartner with implementation owners to define audit scope and objectives and develop testing strategies based on risk assessmentsAssist in developing evidence testing timelines based on audit scope and risk levelsFinalize and review audit planning and scoping documentationConduct and review walkthroughs and testing of application controls, interface controls, and IAM processes, including provisioning, de-provisioning, access reviews, and Privileged Access Management (PAM)Ensure all audit activities meet departmental standards and quality requirementsAnalyze implementation plans and follow up on milestones related to issues identified by first-line, second-line, and audit teamsCollaborate with business, technology, risk, and control stakeholders to drive issue resolution, remediation tracking, and governance alignmentCommunicate audit status, findings, and recommendations to business stakeholders and leadershipDraft audit findings, status updates, memos, reports, and final closure packagesIdentify and evaluate risks, control gaps, and remediation actionsCoordinate with regional, business unit, and specialist teams to ensure comprehensive risk coverage Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves)5+ years of experience in IT audit, risk management, controls, or IAM-focused audit and security control environmentsStrong knowledge of audit standards, methodologies, procedures, IT systems, applications, and cybersecurity risksDeep understanding of IAM principles, including user lifecycle management, role-based access control (RBAC), and Privileged Access Management (PAM)Experience with IAM technologies such as SailPoint, Saviynt, Okta, Azure AD, CyberArk, or similar platformsUnderstanding of IT General Controls (ITGC) and compliance frameworks such as SOX and ISO standardsExperience leading and executing walkthroughs, control design evaluations, and operational effectiveness testingStrong analytical, documentation, reporting, and data interpretation skillsExcellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management capabilities Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves)Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CRISC, or equivalentExperience supporting IAM governance programs and access certification initiativesExperience working within cloud IAM environments, including Azure, AWS, or GCPAbility to manage multiple concurrent projects and competing prioritiesProven ability to perform effectively under tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables Key Competencies & BehaviorsCritical Problem SolvingStakeholder ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationTechnical CommunicationAttention to DetailRegulatory Compliance FocusOrganizational Effectiveness Work EnvironmentLocation: Chicago, ILWork Model: HybridSchedule: 3 days per week onsite Compensation & BenefitsPay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $44.00 and $63.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)401(k) Program Available About KellyMitchell At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice. Marketing Disclosure By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from KellyMitchell and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.careers.kellymitchell.com/privacy-policy. [143035]