Internal Audit Digital Solutions Lead

Title:

Internal Audit Digital Solutions Lead Location:

NYC, NY/ Remote Duration:

11 months

What You Will Do:

Architect the Digital Solutions Ecosystem & Infrastructure Design and implement the digital solutions operating model, encompassing audit technology platforms, advanced data analytics, AI-enabled capabilities, and continuous auditing and control monitoring Establish governance, intake, prioritization, and performance metrics Drive seamless integration across platforms, data sources, and workflows that support audit execution and risk intelligence, including Audit Board (recently rebranded to Optro), and Databricks Operationalize a tiered delivery model that balances self-service and centralized expertise while making sure analytics are reproducible, documented, and operationalized Ensure all digital solutions align with IIA Standards and QAIP requirements Drive Advanced Analytics, Automation & AI Identify and deploy high-value advanced analytics and AI use cases (e.g., anomaly detection, automated control testing and monitoring, risk intelligence) Build continuous auditing and control monitoring capabilities and risk sensing dashboards Design reusable, governed "gold datasets" and automate data ingestion, validation, and reporting workflows Implement analytics and AI-powered solutions quality controls, versioning, and documentation standards Lead Change & Capability Development Serve as a strategic thought partner to IPP and CAD leadership, translating complex technology concepts into actionable plans for both technical and non-technical audiences Drive adoption of digital solutions across audit teams in partnership with the head of IPP and the PMO and Change Management Lead (e.g., develop training, playbooks, and enablement programs)

Must-Have Experience:

10+ years of progressive experience in building or scaling an internal audit analytics and / or digital solutions function with at least 5 years in a leadership or senior advisory capacity. Demonstrated experience designing and implementing digitization strategies for internal audit, risk management, or compliance functions within financial services or similar industries. Deep familiarity with enterprise audit management platforms (e.g., Audit Board - recently rebranded to Optro) and modern analytics/data platforms (e.g., Databricks). Experience managing audit technologies as an integrated product ecosystem and deploying automation or AI use cases in regulated environments Proven ability to operate as a strategic thought partner to senior leaders—comfortable navigating ambiguity, influencing without authority, and driving execution in matrixed environments. Skills & Capabilities Strong understanding of audit methodology and IIA Standards Ability to translate risk coverage requirements into technical assurance solutions Data / AI governance and automation mindset Executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders Systems thinker who designs scalable, sustainable solutions Education & Certifications (Preferred) Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or related field CIA, CISA, CRISC, CPA, or relevant data analytics certifications preferred