Internal Audit Lead

The MITRE Corporation•New Bedford, MA

2d•$117,200 - $175,800•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior or Lead Internal Auditor to support and advance the Internal Audit function at MITRE. This role combines execution of complex operational, financial, compliance, and technology-focused audits with responsibility for helping modernize and mature the Internal Audit department’s processes, methodologies, data capabilities, and enabling technologies. The ideal candidate brings strong audit execution skills, experience operating in highly regulated environments, and a passion for driving continuous improvement through automation, analytics, risk-based methodologies, and scalable audit operations. This individual will play a key role in shaping the future-state Internal Audit function by enhancing audit quality, efficiency, reporting, governance, and stakeholder engagement. This role works closely with Internal Audit leadership, business stakeholders, compliance teams, cybersecurity, finance, contracts, and operational leadership across the enterprise.

Requirements

Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years’ experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience.
8+ years of progressive internal audit, enterprise risk, compliance, or controls experience within complex corporate, government, or regulated environments.
Demonstrated experience leading and executing audits across multiple disciplines, including operational, financial, compliance, and technology-related areas.
Experience developing annual audit plans, conducting enterprise risk assessments, and presenting audit results and risk insights to executive leadership and Audit Committees.
Strong understanding of internal controls, governance frameworks, and risk management principles.
Experience implementing or administering audit management tools, workflow systems, or governance/risk/compliance platforms such as AuditBoard or similar solutions.
Proven ability to build collaborative relationships across all levels of the organization and influence stakeholders in a matrixed environment.
Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and executive communication skills.
Experience managing outsourced providers and coordinating with external auditors.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Public Administration, Information Systems, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CRMA, or related credentials.
Experience in federal contracting, government, nonprofit, FFRDC, or highly regulated environments.
Experience supporting internal audit transformation initiatives, process automation, or data analytics programs.
Demonstrated leadership in building or maturing internal audit programs, methodologies, or governance processes.
Strong executive presence with the ability to advise and influence senior leadership.
Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and executive communication skills.

Responsibilities

Perform risk assessments, develop audit scopes and test plans, conduct fieldwork, and document conclusions in accordance with professional auditing standards.
Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls related to government contracting requirements, regulatory obligations, and enterprise operations.
Assess compliance with applicable regulatory or contractual requirements and frameworks.
Conduct root cause analysis and provide practical, risk-based recommendations to improve controls and operational effectiveness.
Prepare clear, concise, and executive-ready audit reports and presentations.
Monitor remediation activities and validate closure of corrective actions.
Help drive the strategic modernization and maturity of the Internal Audit function, including methodologies, governance, tools, and reporting capabilities.
Support implementation and optimization of audit management systems, workflow tools, analytics platforms, and GRC technologies.
Expand the use of data analytics, continuous auditing, visualization, and risk monitoring techniques to improve audit coverage and efficiency.
Partner with Internal Audit leadership to establish KPIs, maturity models, dashboards, and operational metrics for the department.
Build trusted relationships with business and functional leaders across the organization.
Manage the co-sourced auditors and engagements.
Influence change through collaboration, communication, and effective presentation of audit insights and recommendations.
Support external audits, government reviews, and regulatory examinations as needed.