IT Audit Lead

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Company: Stir Consulting Ltd

Location: Montreal, QC H1A 0A1

Description:

About the job IT Audit Lead

Job Title: Lead IT Auditor / Vice President Montreal Team Lead

Location: Montreal, Canada
Experience Required: 6+ years
Education: Bachelors or Masters in IT, Finance, Engineering, or related field
Certifications: CISA preferred
Languages: English required; French a strong asset

About the Role:
We're seeking a Lead IT Auditor / Team Lead to oversee internal audits for our operations, with a focus on IT, cybersecurity, and data controls. Reporting functionally to the IT Audit Supervisor and the Deputy CEO, you'll manage end-to-end audits, lead junior auditors, and help drive audit strategy and risk assessment initiatives across the Americas.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead or support IT audits, assessing risk, control effectiveness, and compliance
  • Supervise audit teams, guide planning, and ensure quality deliverables
  • Communicate audit findings to management and support final report preparation
  • Monitor regulatory developments and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (IT, Operations, Risk) and support regulator interactions
  • Participate in audit plan development and resource management

Requirements:
  • 6+ years of IT audit experience
  • Strong understanding of IT risks, internal controls, and regulatory standards
    Proficient in audit tools, data analytics (Excel, Python, PowerBI), and basic coding (Python, Java, JavaScript)
  • Knowledge of tools like ServiceNow, vulnerability scanners, penetration testing tools

Soft Skills:
  • Strong communication and leadership
  • Analytical and detail-oriented
  • Ability to work independently and manage teams
  • Results-driven with strong project management skills

Join us in shaping a robust control environment and driving meaningful improvements across our Canadian and Americas operations.

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