Director IT Audit

Position Title: 

Director of Information Technology Audit

Pay Rate:

$189,000 – 223,400

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

1740 International Drive,

Memphis, TN 38197

The Job You Will Perform:

International Paper’s Internal Audit function is a global organization with teams operating in the U.S., Mexico and Europe.  Two key elements of the Internal Audit mission are to provide independent, objective assurance to the Audit & Finance Committee on the state of internal controls and to create value for IP by providing management with recommendations that enhance controls, improve operating performance and reduce risk.   

Position Summary

The Director of Information Technology Audit provides leadership for the internal audit IT organization.  This position is responsible for leading, engaging and developing a manager and staff of approximately 10 employees (TBC).  This position is responsible for contributing to the development and execution of long-term strategic initiatives as well as short term goals and objectives.  The primary area of focus for IT audit is assurance and advisory over internal controls for information technology systems and applications. The scope of operations includes International Paper’s global IT systems and applications including SAP and approximately 100+ secondary applications.  The position reports to the Vice President (CAE) of Corporate Audit.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning and Leadership

• Develop and execute a comprehensive IT audit strategy aligned with the organization’s goals and objectives
• Lead the development and implementation of strategic initiatives for IT Audit
  • Mission & scope
  • People development and capabilities
  • Work processes, technology and tools
• Lead and mentor the IT audit team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
• Collaborate with the CAE and other senior leaders to integrate IT audit activities with the overall Enterprise Risk Management and internal audit strategies
• Ensure the organization maintains a high level of competency and expertise
• Develop and maintain good relationships with key stakeholders at Corporate and IT level

Audit Management

• Plan, schedule, and oversee IT audits, including risk assessments, control evaluations, and compliance reviews
• Ensure timely completion of IT audit projects and the accuracy of audit findings and recommendations
• Review and approve audit reports, presenting findings to senior management
• Identify and assess technology-related risks, including cybersecurity threats, data privacy concerns, and IT operational risks
• Develop and recommend risk mitigation strategies and control improvements to enhance the IT control environment
• Stay current with emerging IT risks, regulatory changes, and best practices in IT auditing and governance
• Promote the adoption of advanced audit techniques and technologies such as data analytics and AI
• Effective balance of scope & coverage to maximize external auditor’s reliance

The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred
• Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) are highly desirable
• 10 years’ experience or more in IT audit or related field and a leadership or management role
• In-depth knowledge of IT audit principles, practices, and methodologies, including risk assessment and control evaluation
• Strong understanding of IT governance, cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory requirements
• Strong knowledge of distributed applications, cloud-based and network platforms, ERP SAP (ECC, BW, BCP), databases and infrastructure
• Proven track record with focus on quality and continuous improvements
• Experience in establishing and improving business processes
• Proven experience of leading multiple projects from concept to completion
• Experience in building and developing a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel up to 25% of time
• Executive presence, organizational agility, strong interpersonal skills and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Experience in large and global manufacturing organization
• Strong knowledge of Operating Technology

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets. 

The Career You Will Build:

Leadership training and promotional opportunities within a global company.

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world's largest recyclers. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what's next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2023 were $18.9 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.