Senior IT Internal Auditor

Carlisle Construction Materials•Scottsdale, AZ

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior IT Auditor plays a key role in evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of IT controls supporting financial reporting, operational systems, and enterprise risk management. This role combines technical IT audit expertise with data analytics, automation, and business insight to enhance Carlisle’s control environment and support strategic initiatives. Internal Audit at Carlisle is a great stepping-stone to learn the business and drive your career, whether it be in operations, automation, security, or finance. We are seeking independent, proactive professionals who can operate with minimal oversight, apply strong critical thinking, and challenge assumptions to identify risks and drive meaningful improvements in Carlisle’s control environment. This is an on-site position at our Scottsdale office.

Requirements

Minimum three (3) years of professional experience in IT audit, IT security, or IT compliance roles, including at least one (1) year supporting the planning and execution of IT audit engagements, preferably with a Big 4 public accounting firm.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Data Analytics, or similar; Master’s degree a plus.
Knowledge of industry standards preferred (e.g., SOX, COSO, ISO 27001, NIST 800-171, CMMC, and GDPR).
Understanding of accounting process, data flows and risk, business process and IT application controls.
Strong critical thinking, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, challenge assumptions, and develop practical, risk-based solutions.
Experience in the following technology areas: IT infrastructure, IT operations, cybersecurity, or IT risk management.
Familiarity with enterprise systems such as SAP, JD Edwards, Oracle Cloud applications, Microsoft Azure, or Active Directory.
Data analytics experience such as advanced Microsoft Excel formulas, Alteryx, scripting (PowerShell, Python), or Power BI.
Experience using AI tools to support audit, data analysis, or process improvement activities.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree
Professional certifications relevant to IT audit or technology risk are preferred, such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, or CPA.

Responsibilities

Provide input to IA leadership in developing the team’s annual plan, audit program, and resource needs.
Assist in planning and execution of IT audit engagements, including SOX ITGCs, ITACs, and system implementation risks, and independently perform audit procedures with limited supervision, applying critical thinking to assess risks and control effectiveness.
Collaborate with management to document remediation plans, root cause analysis, and track issues through to completion.
Independently communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external auditors to coordinate testing, align on expectations, and support audit execution.
Act as a trusted advisor by constructively challenging stakeholders and providing independent perspectives on risk and control matters.
Build deep knowledge of ERP systems, infrastructure, and key business applications.
Assess control environments and emerging technology risks (e.g., cybersecurity, system implementations, automation) to form independent, risk-based conclusions supported by clear rationale.
Leverage data analytics tools and techniques to enhance audit quality, efficiency, and insight.
Proactively take on ad hoc projects and value-add activities in new or evolving areas, supporting business initiatives and addressing emerging risks beyond the core audit plan.