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IT Senior Manager, Auditor xe2x80x93 Global Internal AuditOverview: Global Internal AuditWe are seeking a hardworking IT Internal Audit Senior Manager to join our growing team at Cognizant! Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse set of backgrounds offer a wide range of perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, inspires thought leadership, and helps us build better solutions for our people and clients. We're looking for someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft significant solutions through true partnership.Internal Auditxe2x80x99s purpose is to provide independent, risk-based and objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value, protect and improve the organizationxe2x80x99s internal controls and operations; accomplished through the application of a systematic, disciplined approach applying the principles from the Institute of Internal Auditors.The IT Senior Manager, Internal Audit is responsible for managing various audit and SOX engagements that contribute to the control environment, process efficiency, and risk mitigation of operational business areas. The IT Senior Manager, Internal Audit works closely with the IT Internal Audit Directors and AVP IT, to effectively plan and execute engagements. This role will be hybrid of working from a designated Cognizant office and working from home.Key Responsibilities: IT Senior Manager, Auditor xe2x80x93 Global Internal AuditThe IT Audit Senior Manager supports the Engagement Lead in effective planning and execution of engagements. The individualxe2x80x99s responsibilities include the following:Assist in the coordination and execution of all activities related to IT-SOX: planning and scoping, control rationalization, design gap analyses, documentation updates, testing of controls, and remediation of identified internal control failures.
Assist IT Audit & SOX Lead in managing resources. Supervise daily activities of IT SOX resources.
Coordinate responses to requests from the SOX PMO on matters relating to SOX and ensure fulfillment of periodic reporting requirements.
Complete risk assessments in order to develop audit programs that target high-risk areas in the companyxe2x80x99s controls, systems, and processes.
Facilitate coordination of engagement activities with external / co-sourced internal auditors to ensure proper scope , elimination of duplication of effort, and improvement in the efficiency and effectiveness of audit activities.
Direct and monitor engagement execution and reporting (as per Department methodologies) to ensure that the fieldwork is in accordance with the planned scope/ risk areas, aligned with budget expectations and overall value-added reporting is delivered; track and report project status and manage resolution and / or escalation of engagement challenges.
Direct team members and drive accountability and timely execution of each engagement.
Preparing audit reports/memos highlighting key risk exposures, noted issues, assist in overall conclusion, and agreed upon corrective actions.
Collaborate with and educate process owners regarding the importance of maintaining strong internal controls and the role of internal audit.
Effectively manage process owners follow-up for timely implementation of MAPs/ deficiency remediation.
Assisting in periodic reporting to Audit committee, including information on the status of the review, summarizing results of key audit findings, etc.
Build effective strategic partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders.
Work with the SOX PMO office in maintaining documentation to support the companyxe2x80x99s SOX Program including the SOX Manual and all associated templates, schedules and training material.
Coordinate responses to requests from the SOX PMO on matters relating to SOX and ensure fulfillment of periodic reporting requirements.
Assist the SOX PMO office in their liaisons with external auditors in relation to status reporting, changes in the companyxe2x80x99s SOX framework, coordination of reliance activities relative to walkthroughs and operating effectiveness activities, timely communication of internal control failures and management of ad hoc requests.
Provide periodic IT training to internal SOX resources and IT application owners relative to changes in the regulatory environment and any changes to the companyxe2x80x99s SOX program.
Attract, retain, coach and lead a strong, cohesive and effective team.
Continuously focus on self-development by attending trainings, seminars and acquiring relevant certifications.Required Skills and Experience: IT Senior Manager, Auditor xe2x80x93 Global Internal AuditAt least 8 years of progressive IT, security and technology audit/ operations/ risk assessment or compliance experience.
At least 2 years of leadership experience.
Previous experience in IT services industry preferred.
CISA/CISSP/CIA or equivalent.
Deep knowledge of risk management frameworks such as COSO, Internal Audit and regulatory requirements such as Sarbanes-Oxley and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.
Ability to relate well with various levels of management and senior leadership.
Ability to instil confidence and credibility in auditing by providing sound well developed solutions to audit findings and recommendations.
Ability to assess and determine acceptable levels of risk and collaborate with management to identify effective/ sustainable remediation plans.
Ability to build effective strategic partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders; high self-awareness to continuously identify and implement leadership skills.
Demonstrate highest professional standards, integrity, and ethical behaviour.
Ability to travel without restriction (not to exceed 20%).Certifications Required-CISA CISSP CISMExperience- 12 to 16 Years (MBA and other graduates) and 10 to 15 years ( CA post qualification)Location- Chennai and Bangalore

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