How much does an IT Auditor make?

Updated Sep 15, 2022

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$81,021 / yrTotal Pay
$75,264 / yrBase Pay
$5,757 / yrAdditional Pay

$81,021

 / yr
$52K$126K
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The estimated total pay for a IT Auditor is $81,021 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $75,264 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $5,757 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.

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Total Pay Trajectory

For It Auditor

$81,021 /yr
It Auditor
$83,044 /yr
It Auditor II
$107,614 /yr
Senior IT Auditor
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Top Paying Companies

For an It Auditor in United States

Below is the total pay for the top 10 highest paying companies for an It Auditor in United States. Employers include Amazon, AIG and Visa Inc..

1
Amazon
$125,787/yr
2
AIG
$123,228/yr
Total Pay Trajectory

For It Auditor

$81,021 /yr
It Auditor
$83,044 /yr
It Auditor II
$107,614 /yr
Senior IT Auditor

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Top Paying Industries

For an It Auditor in United States

The top 5 paying industries for an It Auditor in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $121,565, Insurance with a median total pay of $119,922, Manufacturing with a median total pay of $110,267, Financial Services with a median total pay of $93,555, and Management & Consulting with a median total pay of $93,073.

IndustryTotal PayTotal Pay Insight
  • Information TechnologyInformation Technology$121,565

    22% Higher than other industries

  • InsuranceInsurance$119,922

    21% Higher than other industries

  • ManufacturingManufacturing$110,267

    14% Higher than other industries

  • Financial ServicesFinancial Services$93,555

    1% Lower than other industries

  • Management & ConsultingManagement & Consulting$93,073

    2% Lower than other industries

Information Technology

Top paying companies in Information Technology for It Auditor are Amazon, Visa Inc., and Octo Consulting Group.

AmazonAmazon$125,787/yr
Visa Inc.Visa Inc.$121,565/yr

Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview

What is the pay outlook for Finance & Accounting?

Jobs in finance and accounting are expected to see continued demand, with employment growth linked to the health of the broader economy. These jobs will continue to offer above average pay but usually require higher education or certification to enter the field. While automation will replace many common tasks, it is not expected to reduce the need for these employees; it will instead allow them to focus on core soft skills like advising clients and analyzing trends.

Recent Salaries Shared

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Location

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Total Years of Experience

Years at Recent Employer

Submitted

Date or Time

IT Auditor

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$119,875

/yr

$120K | $5

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4-6 years
Yesterday
Technology Risk Consultant

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$89,000

/yr

$85K | $4K

Submitted 2 days ago

1-3 years
2 days ago
IT Auditor

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$70,000

/yr

Submitted 2 days ago

1-3 years
2 days ago
IT Auditor

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$65,000

/yr

Submitted 2 days ago

1-3 years
2 days ago
IT Auditor

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$120,000

/yr

Submitted 2 days ago

4-6 years
2 days ago
Technology Risk Consultant

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$95,000

/yr

$93K | $3K

Submitted 2 days ago

1-3 years
2 days ago
Technology Risk Consultant

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$90,000

/yr

$85K | $5K

Submitted 2 days ago

1-3 years
2 days ago
IT Auditor

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$68,000

/yr

Submitted 2 days ago

1-3 years
2 days ago
IT Auditor

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$55,000

/yr

Submitted 2 days ago

4-6 years
2 days ago

IT Auditor pay FAQ

The national average salary for an IT Auditor is $75,264 per year in United States. Filter by location to see an IT Auditor salaries in your area. Salaries estimates are based on 1087 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by an IT Auditor employees.

The highest salary for an IT Auditor in United States is $115,561 per year.

The lowest salary for an IT Auditor in United States is $49,019 per year.

If you are thinking of becoming an IT Auditor or planning the next step in your career, find details about the role, the career path and salary trajectory of an IT Auditor.

IT auditors on Glassdoor have anonymously reported their salary satisfaction in their current positions, with 75% of them stating they're content with their base salary. Many auditors also receive additional pay in addition to their salaries, totaling up to an extra $5,756.51 annually.

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Making moves to advance your IT auditor career path comes with opportunities to make even more money, thanks to learning new skills and taking on additional responsibilities. The average salary is currently sitting at $75,264.16, with starting salaries closer to $52,357.69 for student or entry-level positions. You can earn as much as {{TOTAL_PAY_HIGH}} after enough time with overall compensation of up to $126,095.81

Learn more about negotiating salaries from thousands of other real professionals

The key to earning a higher salary or additional pay during an IT auditor career is making yourself invaluable to any team or company you work with. If you're currently in school, make sure your degree path aligns with what's in demand in the industry. Review open job postings to see what level of education is needed, along with the specific degrees being sought, such as a bachelor's in information technology or a master's in computer science. Complete additional certifications from various vendors such as AWS and Oracle to increase the valuable skills you possess.

As you look through open IT auditor positions, note the salary ranges being offered to give yourself a baseline for negotiations. The IT field is one of the few that holds certifications in the same light as traditional degrees due to an ever-changing landscape. Stay current on IT news to show off your passion and commitment to staying ahead of emerging trends, further increasing your value to the company. Mention specific publications you frequent and how certain news could "impact your position and the company" to highlight your understanding of the industry.