Job Description

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BMS Hyderabad is an integrated global hub where our work is focused on helping patients prevail over serious diseases by building sustainable and innovative solutions. This important science, technology, and innovation center will support a range of technology and drug development activities that will help us usher in the next wave of innovation.

Position Summary

The Associate Director \xe2\x80\x93 IT Audit in GIA will work in a team environment to manage and lead dynamic risk-based IT, integrated / operational audits and identify value-added recommendations to strength Company processes and controls. Audits will include U.S.-based operations, international Company subsidiaries, strategic initiatives, critical business processes, and key third-party outsourcing arrangements. Additionally, the Associate Director will play a key role in expanding the GIA team in BMS India through talent management. Other responsibilities also include maintaining key stakeholder relationship with BMS India and driving special projects and continuous improvement initiatives to help advance the GIA IT Audit function.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a team of internal and co-sourced resources through IT, integrated and operational audits across Company divisions and functions to evaluate the adequacy of internal controls and deliver audit reports that are value-add. Ensure all engagements are completed in line with BMS and IIA standards.

Coach and train team members during the execution of the audits and assessment and perform all HR related company processes including performance management, team mentoring and development planning. Foster an inclusive and feedback-rich environment.

Participate in department recruiting efforts to identify, recruit and onboard talent.

Monitor and cascade emerging risks and changes in Company policies and procedures, auditing standards and industry practices/regulations to the business key stakeholders and audit team.

Assist in the development of risk-based audit plan content and related goals for the department.

Develop strong networks with key stakeholders to identify audit plan input, identify and cascade to relevant people, process and system changes to GIA, and act as a resource to them on control/process issues.

Manage and lead departmental process improvement initiatives to drive audit strategy and streamline GIA processes. This includes developing IT Audit Frameworks and work programs, IT Audit / Integrated Audit Strategy, and leveraging technology and collaboration tools to drive efficiencies.

Qualifications & Experience

A BS/BA degree in Information Science, Computer Science, Data Sciences, Accounting, Finance, or other business discipline. MBA or other advanced degree preferred.

Professional certification (e.g., CISA, CIA)

A minimum of 8-10 years of prior public accounting, IT Audit, IT, risk management or operational experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role

Experience in managing 2 \xe2\x80\x93 4 direct reports

Strong knowledge of various technologies, frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, GTAG, COBIT, ISO 27001), IT General Controls, System Development Life Cycle, IT Operations, and IIA standards

Experience in auditing system implementation/ERP, cybersecurity, data privacy, digital transformation, cloud computing and other emerging technologies

Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Data analytics experience (specifically with visualization tools such as Tableau)

Analytical and computer skills, including proficiency with Excel/Word/PowerPoint/MS Teams/OneNote

Ability to travel globally \xe2\x80\x93 up to 20% for Hyderabad, India based resources/approximately, including international travel for up to three weeks at a time

Personal Characteristics

Quick Learner: Able to identify risk and quickly develop an understanding of complex processes. Works effectively in ambiguous situations and adapts quickly in a rapidly changing environment.

Action-Oriented: Pursues tasks with a sense of urgency. Shows accountability by taking ownership of assigned responsibilities and completing them on time, with the highest quality.

Critical Thinking: Gathers relevant information and critically evaluates it to define next steps and propose a solution.

Effective Communicator: Displays excellent ability to communicate across various levels of management, including with executives, to explain identified issues and related corrective actions.

Project Management: Demonstrates speed and innovation to get things done; can simplify complex processes; knows of and can leverage resources to drive tasks/projects forward across functions and within the function.

Team Player: Works well in a team environment, fostering inclusion and building effective relationships with both team members and customers.

Development-Oriented: Committed to and actively works toward continuous improvement, including self-development.

Integrity: Exhibits passion for the work that they do and demonstrates the ethical behavior expected of an internal audit function.

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Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as \xe2\x80\x9cTransforming patients\xe2\x80\x99 lives through science\xe2\x84\xa2 \xe2\x80\x9d, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol
Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to . Visit to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

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