Palo Alto Manager Internal Audit 

India, Karnataka, Bengaluru 

784726507

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Your Career

Reporting to the Director of Internal Audit, this role involves leading audits and advisory engagements that focus on IT Controls and Processes. You will be a part of a team conducting and delivering IT Controls and Processes Audits and Transformation advisory engagements with a collaborative approach that aligns with the fast-paced, dynamic environment of PANW. You will have responsibility for conducting reviews of Information Technology management processes and compliance. You will also assist in communicating risks to internal stakeholders globally. The role will help to manage the IT Controls and Processes risk and the rapidly growing system transformation at the company, and you will have the opportunity to introduce leading practices and new processes.

Your Impact

• Conduct detailed risk assessments of IT systems, governance and processes to identify vulnerabilities and areas of concern.

• Develop, refine and implement IT Controls and Processes focused audit plans that align with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

• Plan, conduct, execute, and report on IT Controls and Processes audits and advisory engagements focusing on system and transformation processes, as well as regulatory compliance within set timelines.

• Executing and reviewing controls documentation, testing approach, and fieldwork execution for individual audit and consulting projects.

• Lead research on current IT Controls and Processes issues and trends, formulate recommendations, and provide practical advice for corrective action, innovation, and continuous process improvements.

• Analyze audit data to identify trends, patterns, and potential issues. Ensure IT systems align with the system development lifecycle.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address audit findings and implement corrective actions. Effectively communicate audit findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

• Lead the evaluation of new processes, policies, and systems to enhance organizational efficiency, effectiveness, and risk mitigation activities.

• Develop productive business partner relationships and engage with key management personnel to gather information and propose business process improvements.

• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulations related to IT system audits.

• Lead and mentor a team of auditors, providing guidance, training, and support.

Your Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of experience IT Controls and Processes audit in a publicly traded company and/or public accounting firms. Previous experience in a technology company and/or Big 4 firms is preferred.

• Proven audit experience in IT audits, system transformation and governance including roles in external and/or internal audit with strong understanding of internal controls, IT processes, and technology risk principles.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity or related field from an accredited institution.

• CISA certification is mandatory, CGEIT or Certified in Governance of Enterprise IT is a plus. CA, CPA, CIA or equivalent certifications are preferred.

• Strong understanding of the system development lifecycle. Proficiency in enterprise systems such as Peoplesoft, SFDC, SAP, or equivalent enterprise applications.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to interpret complex data and identify areas of improvement, along with ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills with attention to detail and strong project management skills to prioritize and manage multiple audits concurrently.

• Proficiency in using audit software, data analysis tools, and MS Office applications.

• Sound knowledge of relevant regulations and industry standards (e.g., COBIT, ISO/IEC 27001, NIST, ITIL, COSO and IT Governance Frameworks).

• Good to have operational audit experience.

• Must be able to work in our Bangalore office at least 3 days a week.

You will be part of a dynamic, disruptive and fast paced team of highly specialized professionals with varied skill sets spread out between the US and India.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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