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IT Auditors evaluating controls, systems, and compliance frameworks are regularly sponsored for H-1B visas by banks, consulting firms, and healthcare organizations. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation, and employer demand consistently outpaces available talent. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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IT Auditor
Location:
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What you'll do:
As an IT Auditor, you'll assist in assessing the design and operating effectiveness of IT controls within the various integrated audits in your assigned coverage areas, supporting the execution of the department's annual audit plan. You'll prepare for and attend process walkthrough meetings, document process narratives, and test controls for adherence to bank policies and procedures, and compliance with federal and state banking regulations. You'll follow a similar process for testing and validating implemented management action plans designed to close audit issues. You'll report to an IT Associate Audit Director while working with our Banking Operations audit function in the department, participating in integrated audits primarily in banking operations but not limited to information technology, credit administration, risk management, and compliance disciplines as required. Your IT Associate Audit Director will serve as your mentor to assist in your professional development. You'll also have the opportunity of attending and participating in your peer group meetings, which provide support and insight as your career develops.
- Support the IT Audit Director, IT Associate Audit Director, and IT Audit Project Manager with integrated audits, mainly the banking operations audit function but not limited to information technology, credit administration, risk management, and compliance disciplines as required and completes multiple audit assignments and/or projects.
- Understand risk management frameworks to help in internal control evaluation of audit assignments.
- Using the audit software (Wdesk/Workiva), create audit documentation for process narratives and test the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls to established policies & procedures as well as regulatory guidance. Respond to review notes generated by IT Audit Project Manager and IT Associate Audit Director and provides conclusions and recommendations per audit methodology. Perform additional testing as determined to be necessary.
- As assigned, plan and perform test of validation for implemented management action plans. Assist in the closure of audit issues per audit methodology.
- Provide ad-hoc reports and status updates to supervisors.
- Comply with department annual training requirements and proactively draft and discuss performance goals with IT Associate Audit Director.
- Attend and participate in team, peer, and one-on-one meetings.
What you'll need:
- Bachelor's degree in related field required.
- Relevant certifications preferred (i.e., CISA, CISSP, or CIA).
- The role primarily focuses on auditing IT general controls and IT dependent controls relied upon by business and financial process owners. The auditor assesses the design and operating effectiveness of controls across areas such as access management, change management, system development lifecycle, IT infrastructure and operations, and cybersecurity.
- Prior relevant experience in financial services and internal audit preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices preferred.
- Skills expected relative to experience level include time management, organizational, public speaking, and written communication.
- Occasional travel may be required.
- Candidates may be considered for other open positions based on relevant experience and interview performance.
Benefits you’ll love:
We offer all the important things you'd want — like competitive salaries, an ownership stake in the company, medical and dental insurance, time off, a great 401k matching program, tuition assistance program, an employee volunteer program, and a wellness program. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to bolster your business knowledge, learning the ins and outs of how successful companies operate and manage their finances, giving you invaluable hands-on experience to help grow your career!
Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to equal employment and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, nation origin, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetic information. Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process and/or need an alternative method of applying, please email HR@westernalliancebank.com or call 602-386-2488. When contacting us, please provide your contact information and state the nature of your accessibility issue. We will only respond to inquiries concerning requests that involve a reasonable accommodation in the application process.
© Western Alliance Bancorporation
Job Title:
IT Auditor
Location:
CityScape
What you'll do:
As an IT Auditor, you'll assist in assessing the design and operating effectiveness of IT controls within the various integrated audits in your assigned coverage areas, supporting the execution of the department's annual audit plan. You'll prepare for and attend process walkthrough meetings, document process narratives, and test controls for adherence to bank policies and procedures, and compliance with federal and state banking regulations. You'll follow a similar process for testing and validating implemented management action plans designed to close audit issues. You'll report to an IT Associate Audit Director while working with our Banking Operations audit function in the department, participating in integrated audits primarily in banking operations but not limited to information technology, credit administration, risk management, and compliance disciplines as required. Your IT Associate Audit Director will serve as your mentor to assist in your professional development. You'll also have the opportunity of attending and participating in your peer group meetings, which provide support and insight as your career develops.
- Support the IT Audit Director, IT Associate Audit Director, and IT Audit Project Manager with integrated audits, mainly the banking operations audit function but not limited to information technology, credit administration, risk management, and compliance disciplines as required and completes multiple audit assignments and/or projects.
- Understand risk management frameworks to help in internal control evaluation of audit assignments.
- Using the audit software (Wdesk/Workiva), create audit documentation for process narratives and test the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls to established policies & procedures as well as regulatory guidance. Respond to review notes generated by IT Audit Project Manager and IT Associate Audit Director and provides conclusions and recommendations per audit methodology. Perform additional testing as determined to be necessary.
- As assigned, plan and perform test of validation for implemented management action plans. Assist in the closure of audit issues per audit methodology.
- Provide ad-hoc reports and status updates to supervisors.
- Comply with department annual training requirements and proactively draft and discuss performance goals with IT Associate Audit Director.
- Attend and participate in team, peer, and one-on-one meetings.
What you'll need:
- Bachelor's degree in related field required.
- Relevant certifications preferred (i.e., CISA, CISSP, or CIA).
- The role primarily focuses on auditing IT general controls and IT dependent controls relied upon by business and financial process owners. The auditor assesses the design and operating effectiveness of controls across areas such as access management, change management, system development lifecycle, IT infrastructure and operations, and cybersecurity.
- Prior relevant experience in financial services and internal audit preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices preferred.
- Skills expected relative to experience level include time management, organizational, public speaking, and written communication.
- Occasional travel may be required.
- Candidates may be considered for other open positions based on relevant experience and interview performance.
Benefits you’ll love:
We offer all the important things you'd want — like competitive salaries, an ownership stake in the company, medical and dental insurance, time off, a great 401k matching program, tuition assistance program, an employee volunteer program, and a wellness program. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to bolster your business knowledge, learning the ins and outs of how successful companies operate and manage their finances, giving you invaluable hands-on experience to help grow your career!
Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to equal employment and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, nation origin, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetic information. Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process and/or need an alternative method of applying, please email HR@westernalliancebank.com or call 602-386-2488. When contacting us, please provide your contact information and state the nature of your accessibility issue. We will only respond to inquiries concerning requests that involve a reasonable accommodation in the application process.
© Western Alliance Bancorporation
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an IT Auditor
Lead with your technical certifications
CISA, CISSP, and CISM credentials signal to sponsoring employers that you meet specialty occupation standards. Listing them prominently on your resume strengthens both your application and the employer's H-1B petition.
Target regulated industries first
Banks, healthcare systems, and federal contractors face mandatory audit requirements and hire IT Auditors year-round. These employers have established immigration programs and are far more likely to sponsor than startups or small firms.
Frame your degree field precisely
USCIS expects a direct connection between your degree and the role. Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting Information Systems, and Cybersecurity degrees map most cleanly to IT Auditor specialty occupation petitions.
Understand the LCA before you negotiate
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application certifying your wage meets prevailing levels for IT Auditors in your work location. Knowing this protects you from underpay and helps you evaluate offers accurately.
Ask about cap-exempt employers
Nonprofits, universities, and government-affiliated research organizations are exempt from the H-1B lottery. IT Auditors at these institutions can receive approval year-round without competing in the annual cap selection.
Address the specialty occupation question directly
Some USCIS officers scrutinize IT Auditor petitions. Having your employer document that the role requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree, significantly reduces the risk of a Request for Evidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does IT Auditor qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but the petition needs to be drafted carefully. USCIS requires the employer to demonstrate that the role normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as Information Systems, Accounting Information Systems, or Computer Science. Generic job descriptions referencing any business degree can trigger a Request for Evidence. Employers with detailed, technical job postings have significantly stronger approval records for this role.
What degree do I need to get sponsored as an IT Auditor?
A bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or Accounting Information Systems is the strongest foundation for a sponsored IT Auditor role. Degrees in general Business or Finance can work if paired with certifications like CISA or relevant coursework, but they introduce more risk in the USCIS adjudication. A three-year Australian bachelor's degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for H-1B and E-3 visa petitions.
Which employers sponsor IT Auditors most frequently?
Large financial institutions, Big Four accounting firms, healthcare networks, and federal government contractors are the most consistent sponsors for IT Auditor roles. These organizations operate under strict regulatory audit requirements, creating sustained demand regardless of hiring cycles. You can browse IT Auditor roles with confirmed sponsorship directly on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for employers willing to support visa applications.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I'm already an IT Auditor in the U.S.?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to transfer to a new sponsoring employer once your initial petition has been approved and you have maintained valid status. Your new employer files a transfer petition, and you can typically begin work as soon as it is received by USCIS. There is no need to restart the lottery. The new role must still qualify as a specialty occupation under the same standards as your original petition.
Are IT Auditor H-1B petitions at higher risk of denial than other tech roles?
They face more scrutiny than core software engineering roles because USCIS sometimes questions whether audit positions require a degree in a specific field versus a general business background. Approval rates improve significantly when the job description ties responsibilities directly to technical systems, controls frameworks, or cybersecurity, and when the employer documents the degree requirement clearly. Firms with experienced immigration counsel and established sponsorship histories tend to have stronger outcomes.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored IT Auditor jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.