IT Auditor - Remote Opportunity at Danaos

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled IT Auditor to join our team at Danaos, a leading provider of containership management services. This IT Auditor remote position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our commitment to operational excellence and sustainability.

What You'll Do

• Conduct risk-based reviews of IT systems, infrastructure, and digital platforms.
• Evaluate IT general controls (ITGC), including access management, change management, and system operations.
• Support cybersecurity and technology governance assessments, including ISO 27001 internal reviews and certification readiness.
• Review security reports, penetration testing results, and system logs to identify potential control weaknesses.
• Participate in assessments of business continuity, disaster recovery, and IT resilience.
• Provide advisory input on software development lifecycle (SDLC) and change management controls when new systems or applications are introduced.
• Collaborate with IT and technology teams to understand system architecture and identify opportunities to strengthen control environments.
• Monitor developments in relevant regulations and frameworks (e.g., NIS2, NIST) and incorporate them into audit activities.
• Prepare clear and practical audit findings and recommendations to support management in improving technology governance.
• Contribute to broader operational and compliance reviews as part of the Internal Audit team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in IT audit, information security, technology risk management, or IT controls.
• Familiarity with IT general controls (ITGC) and basic cybersecurity principles.
• Understanding of technology risk management concepts and control environments.
• Exposure to security reviews, such as access management, system logs, or vulnerability testing outputs.
• Familiarity with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, NIS2, or COBIT.
• Exposure to ERP systems, cloud environments, or enterprise applications.
• Basic awareness of software development lifecycle (SDLC), change management, or DevOps practices will be considered a strong advantage.
• Strong analytical thinking and ability to translate technical risks into business impact.
• Interest in emerging technologies, including AI and automation, and their assurance implications.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, or CISSP are considered an asset.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

What We Offer

• An attractive compensation package.
• Group medical insurance plan.
• Excellent working environment (Best Workplaces 2025) within a technology-led, global shipping company that operates one of the world’s largest independent fleets.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.

Danaos is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment support and respect individuals and personnel processes are applied without any discrimination. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.