Director IT Audit

Job Details:

The Internal Audit function is responsible for providing an objective evaluation of the design and operating effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls. This position is primarily responsible for the execution of audits covering IT governance, systems infrastructure, information security, application controls and operational activities. The role will ensure compliance with the department’s risk-based audit methodology through partnership with IT leadership and completion of annual IT risk assessments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and direct IT audit activities for the Tyson Audit Services team, with accountability for the planning, alignment, execution and reporting of audit activities in accordance with the approved annual audit plan
• Execute IT SOX testing for IT general controls, which include change management, logical security, user access, job scheduling, and third-party hosting reviews for in-scope applications
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of complex information systems, and utilize knowledge of emerging technologies to identify technological developments and evaluate impacts on the business
• Provide reports to Management on the effectiveness of the business's internal control structure along with recommendations that improve the effectiveness, efficiency and economic value of a control and/or process
• Assess audit observations / enhancements including control weaknesses with an appropriate degree of professional skepticism, seeking to fully understand and communicate risks and impacts to the organization
• Assist IT and business partners with the development of management action plans to mitigate control gaps or weaknesses and provide thought leadership on the appropriateness of the plan
• Provide advisory and consultative support to the business to assist in redesign efforts that improve the control environment and identify opportunities for control enhancements with the objective of mitigating risk and ensuring compliance and operational performance
• Conduct IT assessments, fraud investigations, and other special projects in confidence and with appropriate interfaces with the Compliance, Ethics and Security teams
• Act as a leader and role model to promote a workplace culture that values diversity of thought, promotes integrity and creates an atmosphere that supports and fosters accountability
• Provide a broad understanding of the food production industry business model and a deep understanding of business processes
• Proactively identify opportunities for audit process automation and continuous monitoring through use of analytics, robotics process automation, and other tools. Leverage technology and data to optimize and maximize the effectiveness of the internal audit process and engagements
  
  

Requirements And Minimum Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, accounting or related field; Advanced degree in information technology, cybersecurity or systems engineering preferred. Candidates should have prior IT audit experience including IT general controls, cybersecurity, and pre and post implementation assessment in public accounting or industry. International audit experience preferred. Candidates must have experience successfully leading a team to deliver projects timely and effectively presenting technical details to Executive Management.

Perferred Experience/Skill

• 10+ years of progressive Technology Audit experience (Big 4 preferred) and/or experience in leading IT audits and assessments at a Company in a Director or Senior Manager role
• Strong IT background and auditing knowledge of SAP, Windows Operating System, Active Directory, SaaS solutions, cloud platforms and general database management
• Experience with SAP S/4 HANA, JDA/Blue Yonder, other warehouse management systems (WMS) as it relates to security, configuration, and maintenance
• One or more industry recognized certifications (i.e., CISA, CRISC, CISSP, CISM, CEH, CompTIA, CCNA, etc. ) and the willingness to continue to learn and grow technical knowledge
• Significant experience with Sarbanes-Oxley ITGC controls, testing and working with external auditors on results and quantifying impacts
• Strong familiarity with common technology, project management, and control assessment frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT, ISO, NIST, Scrum and Agile)
• Ability to work in a complex, dynamic, and fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communications skills
• Strong analytical, risk assessment and problem-solving skills Comfortable interacting and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, including IT professionals, external auditors, business process owners, third party partners and all levels of management in the organization
  
  

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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