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Senior IT Auditor, Assessor, Tester

Damian Walters & Associates, LLC (DWA) is an IT audit, assessment, and controls testing firm serving high‑trust organizations - especially those handling sensitive transactions. We’re widely recognized for our depth in the credit union space and are proud to support 75+ credit union clients (about one‑third of Michigan credit unions).

With 75+ combined years of IT experience on our team, we bring practical, real‑world expertise across complex environments. We’re efficient, thorough, and straightforward - and we focus on producing work that leadership can rely on and act on.

What We Do

DWA provides:

IT audits, assessments, and test of controls
Strategic information security officer (ISO) guidance and hands‑on chief information officer (CIO) consulting
On‑premises and cloud systems / network design consulting

We primarily serve financial and healthcare organizations, along with other organizations engaged in sensitive transaction processing.

About DWA

DWA was founded in 1994 as Damian Walters dba Damian Walters & Associates and reorganized in 2002 as Damian Walters & Associates, LLC. In 2024, DWA merged with North Central Area Credit Union as Damian Walters & Associates, LLC, a Michigan Credit Union Service Organization (CUSO), and in 2025 partnered with CU*Answers. This structure supports continued growth while maintaining our focus on disciplined testing and clear reporting.

The Role

DWA is searching for a Senior IT Auditor, Assessor, Tester to complement our team. This role is responsible for planning, conducting, and documenting IT compliance audits, security assessments, and test of controls - with a focus on clear evidence, defensible conclusions, and practical recommendations.

Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to)

IT General Controls

Access controls
Change management
System development life cycle controls
Network and data security controls

Application Controls

Input controls
Processing controls
Output controls

IT Governance

IT strategy alignment
Risk management
Compliance with relevant requirements (for example: Gramm‑Leach‑Bliley Act (GLBA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS))

Cybersecurity

Threat and risk assessments
Vulnerability scanning
Penetration testing coordination / validation
Incident response planning and readiness

Requirements

We’re looking for someone who is confident in both the technical and communication sides of the work.

You bring:

Robust verbal and written communication skills.
Exceptional analytical skills and sound judgment.
Strong design and administration experience with:
- Microsoft servers and desktops;
- Microsoft 365;
- Local, wide, and cloud networks.
10 years of technical IT experience OR 5 years of technical IT experience with a technical bachelor’s degree.
A top‑tier certification (for example: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)) OR the ability and desire to attain one in short order.
Hands‑on familiarity with security and control frameworks (for example: NIST Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF), FFIEC IT Examination Handbooks, PCI DSS).
Strong ethical and professional judgment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to travel 1–3 weekdays, 1–2 times per month.

Important Notes

This is not a remote position. Candidates must reside in Southern Michigan.
This position is not open to recruitment agencies.

Compensation and Benefits

$125,000/year total compensation ($100,000 base + $25,000 commission).
401(k) with 4% base plus 6% match.
Outstanding medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
Flexible paid time off options.

How to Apply

Email us at careers@damianwaltersassociates.com and include your resume or curriculum vitae.

You can Contact us, but we would prefer to receive an email from you.

We look forward to meeting you.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include all duties and responsibilities. DWA reserves the right to change this job description at any time.