Senior Manager, Technology Audit

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager to join our Internal Audit function with a focus on IT operations and SOX compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong IT foundational knowledge including testing/reviewing IT general controls, SOC reports along with experience in conducting IT operational audits. This role offers a unique leadership opportunity to interact with stakeholders across InfoSec and Business.

What You'll Do

IT Operational Audits:

• Plan, execute, and lead IT operational audits either using internal resources or engage with a third-party consultant.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, understand IT risks and develop audit plans that address key areas of concern.
• Stay updated on emerging IT trends, technologies, and best practices to enhance audit methodologies and maintain relevance.

IT SOX Compliance:

• Manage the IT component of SOX compliance activities, including scoping, risk assessment, control design evaluation, testing, and remediation validation.
• Work closely with SOX Business team and IT stakeholders to ensure alignment of IT controls with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate the timely completion of IT-related audit procedures and address any audit findings/remediation.

Leadership and Stakeholder Management:

• Lead a team of IT auditors, providing mentorship, coaching, and development opportunities to foster a high-performing audit function.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across IT, finance, compliance, and business units to promote collaboration and facilitate the achievement of audit objectives.
• Communicate audit findings, recommendations, and risk assessments to senior management and the Audit Committee in a clear, concise, and impactful manner.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on IT governance, risk management, and compliance matters, and provide guidance to senior leadership on strategic initiatives and decision-making.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field; advanced degree or professional certifications (CISA, CISSP, CIA, CPA) preferred.

• 8+ years of progressive experience in IT audit, risk management, or compliance roles, with a focus on both operational audits and SOX compliance.

• Strong technical knowledge of IT systems, infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.

• Proven experience in leading and executing complex IT audits, including risk assessment, scoping, testing, and reporting.

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), GDPR/CPRA, PCI-DSS, and industry frameworks like COSO, COBIT, and NIST.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and deliver results under tight deadlines.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organization.

• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including the ability to motivate and develop a diverse team of professionals.