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Mercury

Mercury

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Senior IT Auditor

RemoteSeniorPosted Aug 17, 2026
AWSCybersecurityAICloudRisk management+5 more

About this role

Mercury is seeking a Senior IT Auditor to support its Internal Audit function, performing hands-on IT and security audits, assessing technology risks and controls, and working cross-functionally to improve the control environment for this fintech startup banking platform.

Must have

Experience scoping and planning new, complex audits

Comfort conducting walkthroughs, creating audit test plans, and executing internal controls testing

Comfort using AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT to support daily workflows

Experience working with financial services companies and knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and risk management standards

Familiarity with IT control frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and COBIT

Exposure to cloud environments like AWS and related security controls

Experience with security and threat assessments

Ability to quickly grasp and understand complex business processes

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage own schedule to ensure deadlines are met

Technologies

AWSCloudCybersecuritySaaSAILLMsRisk managementISO 27001NISTCOBIT

Responsibilities

Assist in identifying, analyzing, and assessing IT, cybersecurity, and data security related risk throughout Mercury

Scope and plan multiple audits across Mercury products and operations

Conduct process walkthroughs and execute audit testing to confirm design and operational effectiveness of internal controls

Assess compliance with Mercury's compliance obligations

Socialize, document, and report audit issues identified

Collaborate with teams to develop appropriate action plans, track audit issue remediation, and conduct issue follow up testing

Benefits

EquityPaid parental leaveHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceCompetitive salary and stock option planFlexible PTORemote work

Recruitment process

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Role supports Internal Audit function in execution of audit plan

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Drive audits internally and support external audits by partners and third parties

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Work cross-functionally to improve Mercury's control environment

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Total rewards package includes base salary, equity, and benefits

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Salary ranges vary by location with Canadian range at CAD $125,100 - $156,400

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Mercury is a fintech company, not an FDIC-insured bank

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Banking services provided through Choice Financial Group and Column N.A., Members FDIC

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Mercury values diversity and belonging and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer