Job Description:
Do you have a passion for Technology? We have an outstanding opportunity for a hardworking standout colleague to join our Security & Privacy Team within the Global Internal Audit function! We are pursuing major IT and digital initiatives that include new brand engagement, e-commerce, service delivery, cybersecurity, privacy, and digital content capabilities, and we are seeking passionate team members who want to thrive in this complex environment!
Based out of our headquarters in the West Loop of Chicago, the role of the Internal Audit Supervisor, Technology and Digital includes conducting technology-focused reviews in areas such as digital solutions, data integrity and protection, cybersecurity, and privacy, participating in regular risk discussions with leadership, and supervising compliance audits. We conduct technology risk assessments and compliance activities for third party partners and internal clients at our headquarters and at locations around the world.
Responsibilities:
- Perform risk-based data driven audits related to various areas including data privacy, data protection, cloud infrastructure, network security, secure coding, mobile and web applications, and Internet of Things (IoT).
- Lead risk-based audits effectively, developing risk and control matrices and successfully driving audits that are completed on-time and on-budget.
- Perform evaluations of internal controls and financial processes to assess compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) requirements. Identify control deficiencies, assess the impact on financial reporting, and provide recommendations for remediation.
- Guide and assist the Technology & Digital Audit team in conducting multiple concurrent technology audits and leading the delivery of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) IT controls testing by our off-shore team.
- Support financial transformation initiatives within McDonald’s, driving process improvements, and optimizing financial operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive transformation initiatives and streamline financial operations.
- Apply technical skills to help organize data from large databases (e.g., Oracle, Amazon Redshift, Snowflake) and develop queries to meet various business analysis or strategic data requirements.
- Work with IT leadership on technology and digital strategies, privacy and related regulations, customer loyalty program, and cybersecurity. Partner with management to improve effective identify risks and improve the control environment.
- Demonstrate knowledge of current and emerging technology topics including cybersecurity, DevOps, privacy compliance, and data governance.
- Participate in risk assessments to identify and measure key risks throughout the organization.
- Assist in data analytics conceptualization, design, and development of projects.
- Communicate progress of projects to IT Audit Director/Manager on a timely basis.
- Lead fellow auditors through appropriate planning activities and utilization of departmental tools.
- Share knowledge, deliver training, mentorship, coaching and support to IT Audit staff.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of previous audit-related work experience, such as delivering and/or leading technology focused audits, data driven assessments, financial compliance (SOX) audits, program and system implementation reviews and advisory projects
- Previous experience leading all aspects of audit work and communicating effectively with various partners (e.g., external/internal audit, senior management, etc.) is highly preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Business is highly preferred, but not required
- Ability to travel (both domestically and internationally)
- Proficient in using data analysis tools and techniques to perform substantive testing and identify anomalies or trends is preferred.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate audit findings and recommendations to diverse audiences.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Attention to detail, high ethical standards, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
- Knowledge of Python, Java, SQL, PowerBI, Tableau, R Studio, Databricks, SaaS, Alteryx, UI Path, Automation Anywhere is preferred.
- Professional credentials such as CISA, CISSP, CEH, CIPT, CDPSE are preferred.
- Familiarity with information technology, business processes and financial reporting audits and familiarity with control frameworks such as NIST, COBIT, ITIL, PCI, ISO and global data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)
Josh Novekoff
Recruiting Lead – Technology Services
LaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets.
