IT Audit Cover Letter

Please consider me for the IT audit opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for recommendations to the Audit Manager and on-shore Audit team regarding audit process enhancements and implement audit process enhancements when approved.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Designations such as CISA, CIA, CPA, CISM
• Proficient understanding of General IT and application controls, IT operations, enterprise security, IT architecture, governance, network infrastructure, database platforms, operating systems, service management, Sarbanes-Oxley, COBIT principles and system development life-cycle methodology (advanced level)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (advanced level)
• Knowledgeable in issue management (intermediate level)
• CPA, CIA, CISA or CISSP preferred
• Extensive knowledge of the company and well-developed analysis and facilitation skills
• Evaluates recommendations based on audit findings and monitors the follow-up process to assess the adequacy of actions taken by management in response to audit findings
• Establish credibility and trust with business and IT organization

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the IT audit position.

Previously, I was responsible for leadership and oversight guidance to the IT internal audit team to ensure effective talent development and quality audit work across the team.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Identification, prioritization, and assessment of IT risks
• Utilization of the COBIT framework to identify, prioritize, and assess IT risks
• Developing, performing, and completing IT audits and business process review engagements
• Developing and executing the annual testing approach to validate Management’s internal control assessment process undertaken in accordance with Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act
• Providing IT thought leadership in IT process optimization
• Developing and executing IA department continuous improvement efforts, networking with other IT audit professionals outside of Endo on best practices, and recommending/developing/implementing change efforts in the department
• US GAAP accounting familiarity
• Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) Compliance proficiency (Internal Controls/COSO 13)

I am excited to be applying for the position of IT audit. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for oversight for testing procedures performed and ensure audit work papers are comprehensive and well-written and include audit results and recommendations.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Experience working in a team-oriented environment independently
• Knowledge of industry standards such as COBIT and ITIL
• CISA and or CISM credentials preferred
• Audit expertise in IT service management (e.g., Change Management, Incident Management, Asset Management, ) areas
• Sound technical knowledge covering multiple IT audit areas, specially the ones related to Operations (e.g., operating systems management, database management, mainframe, networks, web infrastructure, production monitoring)
• CISA, CISSP or other applicable professional certification
• Prior IT Audit management role in a corporate Internal Audit department
• Should have strong people management skills to coach, motivate and lead a team of senior professionals

I would like to submit my application for the IT audit opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for and/or assist in systems and Internal Audit software training, coaching, and guidance to internal audit staff in conducting audits and other audit-related issues.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Working knowledge of industry standards such as NIST or ISO
• Experience in conducting Information Security audits
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Knowledge of Auto Audit or other audit documents management tools
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, business processes, COSO and IIA standards
• Maintaining relevant professional certifications
• Familiarity with GRC audit software/tools
• SOX control testing experience and deep understanding of IT general and application controls

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the IT audit position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for backup stewardship over funds budgeted for Internal Audit by monitoring and approving expenditure transactions for the co-sourced IT Audit vendor.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Experience in industry auditing or accounting, and in supervising and conducting audits
• CISA or CFE certifications preferred
• Extensive knowledge of and skill in applying internal auditing and accounting principles and practices, and management principles and preferred business practices
• Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) or Certified Business Continuity Auditor (CBCA)
• Working knowledge of industry standards such as NIST, ISO, IEEE
• Experience in conducting business resiliency audits
• Certifications – Master Business Continuity Professional (MBCP), Certified Business Continuity Lead Auditor (CBCLA)
• IT audit experience, preferably with a complex Fortune 500 or Big 4 firm to include current reviews (e.g., SOX 404 evaluation and testing, PCI) and future