Senior IT Internal Auditor

About the Role

A Senior IT Internal Auditor is responsible for owning and executing risk-based IT and cybersecurity audits in accordance with Internal Audit methodology, including planning, scoping, testing, and reporting. This role leads audit activities end-to-end, evaluates risks, develops audit approaches, and delivers clear, actionable recommendations to management. It also supports the Company’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program, focusing on IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls, cybersecurity controls, and system-related processes. The position is open to remote work for candidates residing in the Eastern time zone.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support SOX IT compliance activities, including walkthroughs, control testing and reviews, and documentation reviews of IT general controls (ITGCs) and automated/application controls.
• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of ITGCs (user access, change management, and IT operations) across key systems and processes.
• Perform risk assessments and support audit planning, including identifying key risks, developing audit scope and objectives, and assisting in the creation of risk-based audit programs.
• Execute IT and cybersecurity audits, evaluating controls over identity and access management, change management, IT operations, vulnerability management, incident response, and data protection.
• Evaluate risks and controls related to system implementations, enhancements, and emerging technologies, including cloud and cybersecurity-related initiatives.
• Identify, assess, and communicate control deficiencies, including root cause analysis and development of actionable recommendations; support and monitor remediation efforts.
• Perform audit fieldwork and maintain high-quality documentation, including preparation and review of audit workpapers to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with Internal Audit standards.
• Serve as a key liaison with IT, Information Security, business stakeholders, and external auditors, facilitating alignment on audit scope, testing, and timelines.
• Provide day-to-day guidance, oversight, and project management support for audit engagements, including reviewing work, coordinating timelines and deliverables, coaching on audit methodology, and ensuring consistent, high-quality execution.
• Support execution of financial and operational audits, providing IT expertise and assisting with planning, testing, reviews, and reporting, as needed.
• Lead and participate in inventory observations at manufacturing and distribution locations, including required domestic and limited international travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or comparable certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant internal or external audit experience, including at least 3 years in IT audit.
• Experience with SOX compliance, including ITGC and application control testing and reviews.
• Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and concepts.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP) and related business processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10–20%, including participation in inventory observations and related audits.
• Experience working with external auditors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience auditing cybersecurity domains (e.g., identity and access management, network security, cloud security, incident response).
• Experience with automated controls, system implementations, and data analytics tools.
• Exposure to manufacturing and/or distribution environments.
• Strong interpersonal skills – ability to work closely with people at all levels of the organization and facilitate the implementation of corrective action.
• Self-starter with demonstrated organizational, project management, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to balance multiple high-priority responsibilities on-time and effectively.
• Able to confront difficult issues with the appropriate response and to do so in a timely manner with any/all stakeholders.

Benefits

• Market competitive pay.
• Extensive paid time off and 9 additional holidays.
• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.
• Long/short-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Maternity and parental leave.
• Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as pet insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and continued education programs.
• Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career.

Pay

Pay range for this opportunity is $75,000.00 - $90,000.00. This position is eligible for bonus participation. Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, and foreign language fluency.