Internal Audit Lead (IT Systems & Controls)

Join our Internal Audit function as an Internal Audit Lead – IT Systems and Controls. In this leadership role, you will take ownership of SOX IT controls testing and assurance activities, contribute to broader IT and data-focused internal audit projects, and provide advisory services to technology and business leaders. You will also act as the key liaison with IT, Engineering, Security, finance, and business system teams for IT SOX and assurance initiatives.

• Lead the planning, execution, and oversight of SOX testing for IT General Controls (ITGCs), IT Automated Controls, and Key Reports.
• Conduct and lead walkthroughs and design/effectiveness testing of IT controls across homegrown and third-party systems.
• Identify control deficiencies and work with management to design effective remediation approaches and measures.
• Experience auditing or testing both homegrown business systems and third-party SaaS applications
• Experience of working with audit management tools (e.g., AuditBoard, Archer, Workiva) to manage SOX and IT compliance programs.
• Deep expertise in ITGCs, IT Automated Controls, key report testing, and their relevance to ICFR, Internal audit methodology and IIA standards
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field
• Familiarity with data governance, system implementation reviews, and cybersecurity risk assessments
• Strong analytical and technical skills with the ability to evaluate IT and data risks across complex environments
• Big Four accounting firm or equivalent experience in Internal or External Audit or IT consulting practice
• CISA, CISSP, or equivalent certification strongly preferred; CPA or CIA is a plus
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Proven ability to lead and review the work of internal teams and co-sourced resources
• 10+ years of progressive experience in IT audit, IT risk, or IT SOX compliance, with at least 3+ years in a managerial or supervisory level role
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience with data analytics and automated testing tools to enhance SOX testing efficiency and insights
• Exposure to emerging technologies such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, and RPA, and their control implications
• Prior experience working in a fast-growth or global organization, adapting SOX programs to evolving structures and complexity
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT) and their application to IT risk management
• Experience with data governance and data integrity reviews, including testing controls over data migration, transformation, and reporting
• Prior involvement in system implementation or upgrade reviews for ERP, financial systems, or homegrown applications
• Exposure to DevOps, agile development, or CI/CD environments, including related ITGC and change management considerations
• Working knowledge of data analytics and automation tools (e.g., SQL, Python, ACL, Power BI) to enhance testing efficiency and assurance insights