Senior IT Auditor (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior IT Auditor (Fintech): Executing internal audit plans and assessing technology risks for a banking platform with an accent on IT, cybersecurity, and data security controls. Focus on conducting process walkthroughs, executing audit testing, and collaborating cross-functionally to improve the control environment.

Location: Must be based in the United States or Canada (Hybrid options available in San Francisco, New York, and Portland).

Salary: $119,200 - $165,500 USD (US) / CAD $125,100 - $156,400 (Canada).

Company

Mercury is a fintech company building a complete finance stack for startups to simplify financial management.

What you will do

• Identify, analyze, and assess IT, cybersecurity, and data security risks across the organization.
• Scope and plan multiple audits covering various products and operations.
• Conduct process walkthroughs and execute audit testing to verify internal control effectiveness.
• Assess compliance with regulatory obligations and internal standards.
• Document and report audit findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with teams to develop remediation plans and track issue resolution.

Requirements

• Must be based in the United States or Canada.
• Experience scoping and planning complex audits.
• Proficiency in conducting walkthroughs and executing internal controls testing.
• Working knowledge of financial services regulations and risk management standards.
• Familiarity with IT control frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or COBIT.
• Experience with cloud environments (AWS) and security threat assessments.

Nice to have

• Experience using AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT) to support workflows.
• Ability to innovate and improve audit efficiency.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary and equity package (stock options/RSUs).
• Commitment to diversity, belonging, and equal employment opportunity.
• Supportive environment for professional growth in the fintech sector.
• Reasonable accommodations provided for applicants with disabilities.