Senior Manager, IT Audit & Data Analytics

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Where is the work:

We are seeking a Senior Manager, IT Audit & Data Analytics to provide leadership and execution oversight for both the IT internal audit program and the strategic data analytics initiatives within Global Assurance & Advisory Services. This role is responsible for identifying technology-related risks and best practices across the enterprise. The Senior Manager leads the department’s efforts to leverage data analytics, visualization, automation, generative AI and other digital tools to support the continuous improvement of traditional audit procedures and Sarbanes-Oxley testing. As a leader, this role will lead and develop a global team of IT and data analytics professionals for further career growth.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the IT Risk Assessment & Audit Plan: Manage the annual IT risk identification process and development of the rolling IT audit plan with a focus on cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, applications, governance, and cloud environments.
• Drive Data Analytics & Automation Strategy: Champion the design and implementation of the internal audit data analytics strategy to provide enhanced digital tools to support assurance and advisory services engagements and Sarbanes-Oxley testing.
• Manage End-to-End Audits: Oversee the annual risk assessment, planning, execution, and reporting of IT audits and data-driven integrated audits, ensuring that findings and automation tools deliver strong, quantifiable value to the enterprise.
• Supervise and Develop Talent: Directly manage, mentor, and coach a global team of IT audit and data analytics professionals, fostering both deep technical expertise and strong business acumen.
• Deliver Cyber & Infrastructure Assurance: Oversee the execution of specialized audits, including annual cybersecurity reviews, IT policy compliance, infrastructure operations, and emerging technology implementations.
• Consult on Business Process Optimization: Partner with the businesses to redesign and re-engineer processes, leveraging IT audit and data-driven insights to identify operational efficiencies and strengthen internal controls.
• Ensure High-Quality Reporting: Review and approve audit engagement reports and analytical dashboards, ensuring conclusions are clear and concise and findings are actionable.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Build strong relationships with Enterprise IT, Data Analytics, Assurance and Advisory Services and Finance teams to align prioritization of IT audits and digital tools.
• Cultivate an Ethical & Professional Culture: Maintain and exhibit the highest standards of ethics, professionalism, integrity, and continuous improvement in all initiatives.

Requirements:

• Auditing & Controls Expertise: Deep understanding of IT general controls (ITGCs), cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), IT project management, and operational technology controls.
• Analytical Capabilities: Demonstrated skills in data manipulation, database querying, data visualization, and automated workflow creation.
• Communication & Visualization: Superb written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to present complex technical data and IT findings in simple, visually compelling dashboards and reports to executive management.
• Project Management & Delegation: Strong organizational and time-management skills to facilitate the concurrent execution of multiple IT audits and analytics projects on schedule.
• Collaboration & Relationship Building: Highly collaborative partner who can work effectively across regions, business units, and functions.
• Learning Mindset: Stays current on emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory changes in areas like Generative AI, automation, and cybersecurity with a proven ability to assess the impact on the enterprise risk landscape and audit methodologies.
• Critical Thinking: Exceptional problem-solving skills with a focus on data integrity, root-cause analysis, and business process automation.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Finance, or a related field required. MBA or Master's degree in a quantitative/technical field is a strong plus.
• Certification: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) required.
• Experience:
  • 7+ years of combined experience in IT Audit, IT Risk Management, and Data Analytics.
  • 2+ years of direct experience supervising and leading technical teams or complex audit engagements.
  • Hands-on proficiency with analytical tools (such as Alteryx, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Python, or SAS).

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Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives - WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role:

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.