Assistant Manager - IT Internal Audit

• Conduct comprehensive audits of IT systems, networks, and infrastructure to assess compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness, efficiency, and security of IT controls, procedures, and practices.
• Identify and assess risks related to information technology, including cybersecurity threats, data breaches, system vulnerabilities, and compliance issues.
• Review and analyze IT policies, procedures, and documentation to ensure alignment with best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to understand system architectures, processes, and objectives.
• Develop audit plans, methodologies, and procedures tailored to specific IT environments and objectives.
• Perform design and operating effectiveness testing of IT controls and processes, including reviewing configurations, analyzing data, and conducting interviews with stakeholders.
• Identify potential risk areas and recommend control enhancements to mitigate those risks.
• Document clear and concise audit findings, including deficiencies, vulnerabilities, areas for improvement, remediation actions, and risk mitigation strategies, and communicate them effectively to management.
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and verify that corrective actions are effective.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of SOX documentation, including process narratives, flowcharts, and control matrices.
• Stay informed about emerging IT trends, technologies, regulations, threats, and industry best practices to continuously improve audit methodologies and practices.
• Participate in special projects and initiatives related to process improvements or system implementations.
• Provide support during external audits and regulatory inspections as needed.
• Facilitate the use of technology-based tools or methodologies to perform control testing
• Support audit planning, managing idle time, and self-productivity
• Maintain independence and objectivity.
• Maintain an in-depth understanding of IT environment and supporting functions.
• Exercise professional skepticism and judgment and adhere to the code of ethics

Who you are and What you bring:

• Bachelor s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• Four or more years of experience auditing publicly traded companies or Big 4 consulting firms, specifically in SOX compliance
• Knowledge of IT systems, networks, databases, and cybersecurity principles.
• Familiarity with IT auditing standards, frameworks, and methodologies (e.g., COBIT, ISO/IEC 27001, NIST).
• Strong knowledge of ITGCs, application controls, cloud computing, and cybersecurity frameworks.
• Experience with audit tools, data analytics, and IT risk assessment methodologies.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, databases, and IT infrastructure reviews.Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to identify and assess risks and controls effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders and to write clear and concise audit reports.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in audit tools and technologies, data analysis techniques, and Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders and to write clear and concise audit reports.
• Proficiency in using computer software and applications for data management, analysis, and reporting purposes incredibly, PowerPoint and Excel efficiently
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to identify and assess risks and controls effectively.
• Proficiency in audit tools and technologies, data analysis techniques, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment with the agility to respond effectively to changing priorities.
• Team player, who integrates with the team and adapts to the dynamic environment.
• Aptitude for problem-solving and root cause analysis, including the ability to conceptualize and analyze multiple scenarios in solving business problems.
• Ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams, outsourced consultants, and external auditors in executing the Internal Audit Program.
• Ability to work across time zones and manage diverse stakeholders and resources in multiple countries.
• Initiative-taker with a sense of urgency and working in a fast-changing environment with shifting priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience with AuditBoard Platform or experience with other automated SOX tools. Managing the SOX database, building ad-hoc reporting, and leveraging the tool to administer and optimize the SOX program.
• Continuous development of the SOX platform to enhance user-friendliness and expand the capabilities of the platform
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate root causes of control weaknesses and partner with business leaders to enhance control effectiveness and remediate control deficiencies, as needed.