Lead IT Auditor - Temp

EXL (NASDAQ: EXLS) is a global analytics and digital solutions company that partners with clients to improve business outcomes and unlock growth. Bringing together deep domain expertise with robust data, powerful analytics, cloud, and AI, we create agile, scalable solutions and execute complex operations for the world’s leading corporations in industries including insurance, healthcare, banking and financial services, media, and retail, among others. Focused on creating value from data for driving faster decision-making and transforming operating models, EXL was founded on the core values of innovation, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect. Headquartered in New York, our team is over 40,000 strong, with more than 50 offices spanning six continents.This is a Hybrid role requiring to work 3 days / week onsite at New Brunswick, NJJob Title: IT Audit LeadThe Audit Lead position will be required to lead audit staff and manage the execution of IT and information system security audits along with leading operational assurance and advisory projects. Successful IT Audit Manager candidates must be able to lead the completion of technical IT audits that support financial or business operations including Sarbanes-Oxley 404 requirements. The IT Audit Manager must be able to effectively interact with IT and business leadership to drive risk mitigation and to stay abreast IT operational changes and emerging technologies. This position will be required to work with IT on key IT initiatives and priorities including Enterprise Risk Management.Location:New Brunswick (New Jersey)3 days onsite in client office at above locationResponsibilities:Managing a team of auditors performing both IT audit and other advisory and assurance projectsBuilding a team of talented IT auditors through coaching and development activitiesDeveloping annual IT audit plan of high risk / importance projects based on independent research and knowledge, interactions with Company leadership and peer benchmarkingPerforming pre- and post-implementation audits of new system implementations, expanding ERP footprint, application re-writes, etc.Auditing key system functionality and systematic controlsWorking together with management to assist in identifying opportunities to enhance efficiencies and effectiveness of processes and strengthen controlsLiaising with IT management to provide ongoing advisory support for system implementations and key IT initiatives (IT security, BCDR, etc.)Evaluating the design and execution of the IT general and application controls for Sarbanes-Oxley complianceEstablishing and maintaining effective relationships with management, external auditors, and other partners to further develop Company knowledge and auditing skillsRequirements:Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Management Information Systems, Accounting Information Systems, Computer Science or other IT related discipline. Master’s Degree preferredCISA, CISSP, CPA or CIA a plusMinimum of seven years of experience in IT audit, IT development, internal audit, public accounting, finance, and/or information systemsMinimum of four years of experience in leading audit staff and managing execution of the audit planStrong human relations, analytical, and oral and written communications skillsUnderstanding of key IT processes such as Disaster Recovery, IT Security, Software Licensing, Third Party Hosted Services, etc.Knowledge of internal audit principles (IIA Standards, and COSO) and IT control frameworks (COBIT, NIST, SANS, and ISO)Familiarity with the following technical areas/platforms beneficial:Operating Systems: IBM Mainframe/RACF, AIXDatabases: Oracle, SQL Server, InformixERP: SAP, SAP HANA, JDEExperience in conducting risk assessments and facilitating enterprise risk management a plusExperience developing and leading a data analytics program a plusBase Salary Range Disclaimer: The base salary range represents the low and high end of the EXL base salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to: location and experience. The base salary range listed is just one component of EXL's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include bonuses, as well as a Paid Time Off policy, and many region specific benefits.EEO/Minorities/Females/Vets/Disabilities #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17