IT Audit Specialist

Your opportunity

We believe that , when done right, investing liberates people to create their own destiny. We are driven by our purpose to champion every client’s goals with passion and integrity. We respect and appreciate the diversity of our employees, our clients, and the communities we serve. We challenge conventions strategically to create value for our clients, our firm and the world. We live and bring to life the concept of ‘own your tomorrow’ every day. We champion our employee strengths, guide their development, and invest in their long-term success. We hire optimistic, results-oriented, curious, innovative, and adaptable people with the desire to help our clients and one another succeed.

As a company, we were established by Chuck (http://www.aboutschwab.com/about/leadership/charles\_schwab) over 40 years ago to champion Main Street over Wall Street, and to help Americans transform themselves from earners to owners. Through advocacy and innovation, we work to make investing more affordable, accessible and understandable for all. As we enter our fifth decade, we are looking for talented, innovative and driven people who believe they can help themselves, and our clients, create a better future.

The Internal Audit Department (IAD) of The Charles Schwab Corporation provides independent and objective assessments to figure out whether all significant risks are identified and appropriately reported by management and risk functions to the Board and Executive Management, to evaluate whether risks are adequately controlled, and to challenge Executive Management to improve the efficiency of governance processes, risk management, and internal controls.

We have a full-time position available for an entry level, Staff IT Auditor that will focus on execution, within our Technology Team. The technology internal audit department is responsible for the execution of infrastructure, and project audits. Infrastructure audits focus on systems and technology that support and secure Charles Schwab applications with a focus on areas such as cybersecurity, data center, IT operations, change management, network security, and cloud computing. Project audits are assessments over key initiatives to figure out whether intended business objectives were met and to identify risks or issues early.

What you will do:

• You will assist in planning and executing audits within IT Infrastructure and Applications.

• You will participate in internal team meetings, as well as meetings with the business.

• You will perform internal audit controls testing and issue follow-up testing.

• You will assist with Internal Audit operational tasks such as management of audit status, issue status, audit file preparation and implementation.

• You will be responsible for handling your own tasks and letting teams know of your availability for work.

What you have

• A relevant degree. Degree Programs Considered: Information Systems, Computer Science, Accountancy, Internal Audit, Business Technology

• 2 years or less of job experience.

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).

• Self-starter with solid organizational skills.

• Ability to track multiple projects (2-3) going on at the same time, demonstrating an ability to analyze and prioritize to meet multiple deadlines.

• Ability to work as a member of a project team and cultivate a strong working relationship with external co-sourcing providers and internal lines of businesses.

• Demonstrates willingness to learn and grow.

• Initiative to research, understand and analyze a variety of situations or processes.

• Willing to travel up to 15%-20%

What you will learn:

• How to analyze and understand highly complex business problems that are part of operating in the financial industry.

• To execute and examine various audit plans and learn control testing strategies.

• To execute internal audits in accordance with department procedures.

• To identify and assess inherent risk and controls to mitigate those risks.

• To perform audit issue follow-up and how document results of that testing.

• You will experience and learn about how Internal Audit operates in a highly regulated environment.

• How Internal Audit operates within the enterprise risk management framework as the third line of defense.

What’s in it for you

At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility (https://www.schwabjobs.com/hybrid-work) approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package (https://www.schwabjobs.com/summary-of-benefits) that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:

• 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan

• Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions

• Paid parental leave and family building benefits

• Tuition reimbursement

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

What’s in it for you:

At Schwab, we’re committed to empowering our employees’ personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you’ll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:

401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions

Paid parental leave and family building benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Schwab is an affirmative action employer, focused on employing and advancing in employment, qualified women, racial and ethnic minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities in the workplace. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or call 800-275-1281.