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NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE IT Audit Senior Specialist in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: At Northwestern Mutual, we are strong, innovative and growing. We invest in our people. We care and make a positive difference. We\'re strong and growing. In a company with such a long and storied history, this may be the most exciting and important time to be a part of Northwestern Mutual. We care. We make a positive difference in our communities. Nationally, thousands have benefitted from our support of research and programs to fight childhood cancer. Each year, our Foundation, employees and financial representatives donate time, talent and financial support to causes they\'re passionate about. Summary: Responsible for planning & executing technology & cybersecurity audits, with an initial focus on regulatory-driven (Model Audit Rule) IT audits. Works on a variety of audits and projects encompassing cybersecurity, information technology, and help with overall development of a cyber and technology audit framework. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Independently conducts thorough risk analysis, control identification and audit program development. Independently concludes on the effectiveness of controls and control gaps based on the results of testing. Interprets the associated risks with IT systems and processes. Begins to develop a holistic view of risk, develops testing approach, and proposes solutions. Communicates audit issues and related recommendations in both technical and non-technical terms to Operational and IT management. Makes sound recommendations for audit finding rankings and effectively supports conclusions during discussions with audit clients. Utilizes analytic technologies and data to enable agile methodologies and approaches to deliver increased efficiency and deeper insights on risk assurance. Function as a member of the technology & cybersecurity audit team, with experience as both as an individual contributor and in team environments where collaboration and adaptability are important. Handle multiple concurrent projects, meet established deadlines and quickly adapt to changing priorities, all while working under limited supervision. Responsible for conducting cybersecurity design and effectiveness audits of IT systems, cloud environments (AWS, VMWARE), and network infrastructure to ensure compliance with internal standards aligning with NIST 800-53 and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF). Remains current on cybersecurity auditing practices, cyber emerging threats, industry regulatory changes, and internal company policy and process changes. Proactively interfaces with IT functional groups to enhance their understanding of the cybersecurity controls to drive improved security compliance and management of risk, and to strengthen effectiveness of cybersecurity controls. Prepares and reports on audit recommendations and ensures they are accurately tracked in an audit repository. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Bachelor\'s degree in... For full info follow application link. EEO/AA Employer/Vets/Disability ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/D41009F3FF3A4FE4 Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.