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