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As a member of the Internal Audit Team, you will perform Information Technology (IT) and security related audits to include reviews of application controls, infrastructure components, governance controls and integrated operational reviews. This position is responsible for planning and completing complex IT audits that assess the design, implementation, and effectiveness of controls across core systems including policy administration, claims processing, and customer-facing applications.
The Senior IT Auditor ensures compliance with internal policies, industry best practices (e.g., NAIC, SOX, NIST, COBIT), and applicable regulatory requirements. Working closely with IT, security, compliance, and business leaders, this role will identify control gaps, cyber risks, and areas of operational inefficiency. The role also supports key initiatives such as digital transformation, cloud adoption, data privacy, and third-party risk management.
You must demonstrate a thorough understanding of IT risks and controls. You contribute to the overall success of the department and Markel by evaluating existing processes and controls and suggesting ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of audit processes. This position requires strong technical acumen and sound judgment, as well as an understanding of the regulatory landscape affecting insurance and financial services providers. Limited travel to business locations when required.
Job Responsibilities:
Assist in the planning and completion of complex IT audits across infrastructure, applications, and business systems, ensuring alignment with regulatory and internal risk requirements.
Evaluate the design and effectiveness of IT controls, including general controls (ITGCs), application controls, cybersecurity measures, and data protection controls.
Perform audits of key systems including policy administration, claims management, financial reporting systems, and customer portals.
Collaborate with internal audit peers, IT, cybersecurity, compliance, and business stakeholders to ensure a comprehensive audit approach.
Assess and evaluate the integrity, compliance, and performance of AI systems, ensuring they meet legal, ethical, and technical standards
Remain current on emerging technologies and threats, such as AI, ransomware, or cloud security risks, and incorporate them into risk assessments and audit planning.
Education
Certification
Skills
Understanding of IT general controls, application controls, application development and security practices, IT operations, and IT governance.
Understanding of IT and related risk control frameworks (COBIT, ITIL, NIST, COSO, etc.).
Work Experience
#LI-Hybrid
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US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.
US Work Authorization
US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.
Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.
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We enjoy the everyday | We think further
In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.
All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.
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