Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Senior IT Internal Auditor to lead and execute audits focused on IT-related risks and processes within a global operational environment. This individual will apply advanced audit techniques, strong professional skepticism, and strategic thinking to assess risks, evaluate controls, and add value across the organization. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a team-oriented environment, effectively balances multiple priorities, and demonstrates genuine interest in their work.

This role supports the mission of the Internal Audit department: to enhance and protect organizational value through independent, objective assurance and advisory services. Internal Audit champions strong governance, risk management, and internal controls while building a culture of integrity and continuous improvement.

The Senior IT Internal Auditor reports to the IT Audit Director under the Chief Audit Executive (VP of Internal Audit and Enterprise Risk Management).

Key Responsibilities:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the company’s IT risk landscape and contribute to the development of the IT audit plan.
• Lead large-scale, complex IT audits globally—this includes audit planning, fieldwork, testing, issue identification, reporting, and follow-up.
• Conduct advisory engagements to strengthen IT governance, risk management, and control frameworks.
• Facilitate process walkthroughs and document workflows using flowcharts or narratives.
• Evaluate system implementation projects, ensuring alignment with software development lifecycle controls and key project documentation standards.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders, especially across IT, risk management, and information security teams.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations clearly to management and track remediation efforts.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in audit methodologies and processes.
• Stay current on IT audit best practices, emerging technologies, and industry standards to support ongoing development of the department.
• Uphold internal audit policies including confidentiality, ethical responsibilities, and conflict of interest standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; preferred in Internal Audit, Information Systems, Computer Science, or Accounting.
• 5+ years of progressive experience auditing IT processes, either within a top-tier public accounting/advisory firm or a respected internal audit department at a mid-to-large publicly traded company.
• Demonstrated proficiency in internal auditing competencies aligned with the IIA Competency Framework (Applied Knowledge level or above).
• Preferred certifications: CIA, CISA, CISSP, CPA, or equivalent.
• Solid understanding of audit and IT risk frameworks such as: IIA standards, COBIT, COSO, NIST, GDPR, ISO 27001, and SOX / PCAOB requirements.
• Technical expertise across various IT domains including governance, IT risk management, vendor management, system development, operations, cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and compliance.
• Experience auditing complex IT systems and system implementation initiatives.

Preferred Skills and Attributes:

• Ethical Resilience: Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and courage in decision-making.
• Results-Oriented: Delivers high-impact outcomes aligned with organizational goals.
• Curious Mindset: Proactively asks insightful questions to uncover root causes.
• Open-Mindedness: Embraces change and views challenges as growth opportunities.
• Strong Communicator: Adapts messaging to various audiences and promotes productive dialogue.
• Relationship Builder: Fosters trust, empathy, and diplomacy in stakeholder interactions.
• Inspirational Leader: Leads by example and supports the development of others.
• Critical Thinker: Applies professional skepticism and creative problem-solving.
• Technical Excellence: Maintains high standards of quality and looks for ways to innovate and automate.

Additional Information:

• Travel requirement is minimal (less than 10%).