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IT Auditor

Wintrust · Rosemont, IL · $65,000–$80,000 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about an audit finding you wrote that led to a real change.

What they are checking: Whether their work produces practical fixes, not just reports that sit on a shelf.

How do you keep your skills current as banks move more systems to the cloud?

What they are checking: Whether they keep learning so their audits stay relevant as technology changes.

What would you do

You find a developer who can push code straight to production without approval. How do you rate and report that?

What they are checking: Whether they can judge the severity of a segregation of duties gap and explain the real risk to management.

Management disagrees with your finding and says the risk is already covered. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can defend a finding with evidence while staying open to new information.

How do you explain a technical control gap to a business leader who isn't technical?

What they are checking: Whether they can translate IT risk into business impact so leaders act on it.

About the work

Walk me through how you'd plan an IT general controls audit for a bank like Wintrust.

What they are checking: Whether they can scope an ITGC audit around access, change management and operations where risk is highest.

How do you test user access reviews for a core banking system?

What they are checking: Whether they know how to check that access is appropriate, reviewed on time and removed when people leave.

Which frameworks or regulations have you audited against, such as FFIEC guidance, SOX or NIST?

What they are checking: Whether they know the standards a regulated bank is held to and can apply them in testing.

How would you audit a third-party vendor that hosts critical bank data?

What they are checking: Whether they understand vendor risk work, including SOC reports and the controls the bank still owns.

How would you test that backups and disaster recovery actually work?

What they are checking: Whether they look for evidence of real restore tests rather than accepting a written plan.

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The full job description

As published by Wintrust.

Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management services through its 16 bank charters and nine non-bank businesses. Wintrust delivers the sophisticated solutions of a large bank while staying true to the relationship-focused, personalized service of our community banking roots. We serve clients in all 50 states with more than 200 branch banking locations in Illinois, southwestern Florida, northwestern Indiana, west Michigan and southern Wisconsin and commercial banking offices in Chicago, Denver, Milwaukee, Grand Rapids, Mich., and in key branch banking locations throughout Illinois. Our people are the heart of our business and we are proud to rank consistently as a top place to work. Wintrust is a $66 billion financial institution based in Rosemont, Illinois, and listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol “WTFC.” Why join us? • An award-winning culture! We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 12 years) and Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail (past 6 years) • Competitive pay and discretionary or incentive bonus eligible • Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a few • Promote from within culture Why join this team? • This position has the opportunity to interface with and have a positive impact on multiple areas of Wintrust's business • We hold ourselves accountable to high standards, share wins, operate ethically, and have fun Position Overview Wintrust is looking for a highly self-motivated, creative and enthusiastic professional to join the Wintrust IT Internal Audit team. We are offering professionals an opportunity to continuously learn and develop their IT technical skills while learning how the business runs. This position will be responsible for assisting with the completion of audit testing activities relating to internal audit engagements. The position is part of the larger IT audit team responsible for audits related to the company’s current and emerging Technology, Information Security, Digital Channels, as well as other special projects. The role will work in a collaborative environment to execute the audits while occasionally working independently with supervision. What You’ll Do • Execute testing according to department and IIA standards, producing clear, concise documentation that aligns with test objectives. • Participate in process walkthroughs and document narratives and conclusions when requested. • Contribute to the positive and team-oriented culture by maintaining cooperative relationships (assisting other project teams when necessary), facilitating the resolution of conflicts, sharing information, and accepting and providing feedback. • Develop positive working relationships and maintain effective communication with the audit leadership team, audit team members, clients, and key stakeholders. • Apply analytical skills to review information, assess audit results, and evaluate the adequacy of controls. • Prepare clear and concise audit findings and recommendations for management review. • Representing Wintrust and internal audit, along with the manager, on events and projects when asked. Qualifications • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university majoring in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. • 1.5 to 3 years of relevant audit experience in public accounting or internal audit; entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply. • Knowledge of internal audit processes (i.e., sampling, testing, and process/control walkthroughs) and work paper documentation skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with auditing software (TeamMate+) a plus • A relevant certification (CIA, CPA, or CFE) a plus. Benefits Medical Insurance • Dental • Vision • Life insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment • Short-term and long-term Disability Insurance • Parental Leave • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount • Critical Illness Insurance • Accident Insurance • Transportation and Commuting Benefits • Banking Benefits • Pet Insurance Compensation The estimated salary range for this role is $65,000.00 - $80,000.00, along with eligibility to earn an annual bonus. Actual salaries may vary based on several factors, such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills and experience. From our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life. To build a company that reflects the communities we serve, we believe that fostering a unique and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed will support our ongoing success. Wintrust Financial Corporation, including community banking and financial services subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

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