Internal Audit Manager

Position Overview:

As a Governance, Risk, and Compliance Analyst with a focus on AI governance, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity, security, and compliance of our IT systems and processes, particularly those incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. You will be responsible for conducting IT General Controls (ITGC) assessments, business controls testing, performing SOX testing, and contributing to audit and risk management initiatives. Additionally, you will lead efforts to establish and maintain effective governance frameworks for AI applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, execute, and document testing procedures for Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, with a focus on controls governing AI-related processes and technologies.
• Conduct IT General Controls (ITGC) assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls related to both traditional IT systems and AI applications, including data governance, model development, and algorithmic decision-making processes.
• Conduct business controls testing to assess the design and operating effectiveness of business process controls, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with internal audit teams to identify control deficiencies, assess risks, and recommend corrective actions related to AI governance, IT General Controls, business controls, and compliance.
• Lead the development and implementation of AI governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure ethical use, transparency, and accountability in AI-driven decision-making.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and regulatory changes in AI governance, risk, and compliance, and propose proactive measures to address evolving threats and vulnerabilities.
• Support cross-functional teams in the integration of AI technologies into governance, risk, and compliance processes, while ensuring alignment with ethical and regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on AI governance principles, IT General Controls, business controls testing, and compliance considerations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or related field. Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CISA, CIA, CRISC, AI-related certifications) preferred.
• 10 years of experience in risk management, compliance, and audit, with a demonstrated understanding of AI technologies and their governance implications.
• Strong knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance requirements, audit methodologies, IT General Controls (ITGC) principles, and business controls testing.
• Familiarity with ethical AI principles, algorithmic transparency, and fairness considerations in AI-driven decision-making processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with diverse stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.