IT Auditor - ref. 1087 — Cornèr Banca
- Location
- Lugano
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 114 days ago
Role overview
Reporting to the Head of IT Audit, you will be a key technical expert within the internal audit team.
You will be operating in a bank where technology represents a key pillar of the business strategy, with a strong focus on the in-house development of proprietary banking solutions.
Your primary mission is to conduct in-depth, risk-based audits across our modern and complex technology landscapes and evaluate IT risks, security controls, and regulatory compliance (FINMA).
- Reporting to the Head of IT Audit, you will be a key technical expert within the internal audit team.
- You will be operating in a bank where technology represents a key pillar of the business strategy, with a strong focus on the in-house development of proprietary banking solutions.
- Execute and Lead IT Audit Engagements: Take an active role in planning, executing, and reporting on risk-based audits covering information technology, infrastructure, data privacy, and information security.
- Audit Modern Technology Landscapes: Perform in-depth assessments of IT processes, risks, and controls within a cutting-edge environment (AI, cloud, CI/CD pipelines), critically evaluating the design and effectiveness of the internal control system.
Key requirements
- Execute and Lead IT Audit Engagements: Take an active role in planning, executing, and reporting on risk-based audits covering information technology, infrastructure, data privacy, and information security.
- Audit Modern Technology Landscapes: Perform in-depth assessments of IT processes, risks, and controls within a cutting-edge environment (AI, cloud, CI/CD pipelines), critically evaluating the design and effectiveness of the internal control system.
- Shape Audit Strategy: Contribute your IT and security expertise to the risk-based audit planning process, helping to define key areas of focus and strategic priorities.
- Enhance Audit Methodologies: Drive the modernization of our audit approaches by developing and integrating advanced techniques using data analytics and leveraging AI-driven tools to enhance audit effectiveness, increase assurance, and automate testing.
- Collaborate on Joint Audits: Lead or assist in integrated audits with the business audit team and manage co-sourced audit engagements with external partners.
- Support Ad-Hoc Projects: Work independently on ad-hoc assignments and special projects as required by management.
- Education & Certifications: A Bachelor's or master's degree in ICT or equivalent. A professional certification such as CISA, CISM, or CISSP is highly desirable, as is a commitment to obtaining one.
- Core Experience: 4+ years of hands-on experience in a technical capacity (e.g., IT Audit, IT Security, IT Risk Management, or IT Compliance) within the Swiss financial industry.
- Frameworks & Regulations: Strong knowledge of IT audit methodologies and frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST) and a solid understanding of the Swiss regulatory landscape, or the willingness to rapidly develop this knowledge.
- Language Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Italian and English are required. German language skills are a plus.
- Key Competencies: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical stakeholders, effective team collaboration, a capacity for rapid learning, and high adaptability to change.
- Travel: Availability for travel approximately up to 10% within Switzerland and also abroad.
Application process
- Data & AI: Relevant experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Python, SQL, Power BI), combined with the ability to develop and apply AI-driven solutions in an audit context, or a strong willingness to develop this capability.
Questions about this listing
What salary does Cornèr Banca offer for this role?
Cornèr Banca lists CHF 51'500 - 88'000 gross per year for this position in Lugano. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Cornèr Banca offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Cornèr Banca during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
Yes, if you are resident in Italy within the 20 km border zone. The Swiss employer files the G-permit application at the Ticino cantonal migration office after the contract is signed — first issuance takes 2-6 weeks, then automatic yearly renewal for as long as the employment continues. Weekly return to your Italian home is required to keep the status.
How do I apply for this position at Cornèr Banca?
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