IT Lead, Internal Audit

S&P Global, Inc.; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Flexible downtime

Continuous learning

Retirement planning

Family perks

Job summary

S&P Global is seeking a seasoned IT Audit professional to join its Hyderabad team. You will lead application security audits and drive risk-based audit planning for global technology environments.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, data analytics and collaboration with stakeholders to improve security posture and audit quality across cloud, infrastructure and software applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or master in information technology or computer science or related field.
• CISA, CISSP, CEH, Red Team or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with security audits, including web applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead application security audits, ensuring the efficient and timely execution of the approved Audit Plan.
• Conduct comprehensive security audits, including penetration testing, to identify vulnerabilities across applications, infrastructure, databases, operating systems, and cloud environments.
• Execute end-to-end audits in alignment with the annual audit plan, ensuring timely completion.
• Review audit outcomes and results, collaborating with key auditees to agree on remedial action plans and facilitate smooth audit processes.
• Leverage data analytics and automation to enhance the efficiency and quality of audit execution.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders within the divisional technology functions to enhance audit effectiveness.
• Stay informed about best practices in information security audits to ensure continuous improvement.
• Keep abreast of emerging security threats, trends, and technologies to enhance security posture and refine internal audit processes.

Skills

Experience in tech audits

Penetration testing

Python scripting

Generative AI awareness

Cloud security

Data analytics tools

Report writing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Big4 exposure

Education

Bachelor/Master in IT or CS

Tools

Burp Suite

Metasploit

NMAP

Nessus

Job description

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use): 10

The Team: S&P Global is a leader in credit ratings, benchmarks and analytics for the global capital and commodity markets. Reporting to the Audit Director, you will be part of a global and diverse Audit team with coverage for enterprise-wide Applications. The S&P Global Internal Audit function is a global team with auditors located in the U.S., London, India, Tokyo, & Taiwan. The Divisional Technology Audit team is a critical unit of the global audit function and performs audits focusing on S&P Global Technologies (IT Applications and Information Security).

The Impact: This role will be part of the IT Application audit team, focusing on audit plan management and execution of Technology audits globally. This role will provide you with a companywide perspective of the state of the internal technology environment and act in a trusted advisory capacity.

What’s in it for you: This role provides extraordinary learning opportunities and interacts with senior management across the Company. If you’re right for this role, you will interact, meet and work with several key stakeholders in interesting and meaningful engagements. You’ll love this job because it provides new opportunities for professional growth daily. You will leverage cutting edge digital next generation capabilities, including Gen AI and data analytics practices to improve the audit activities. This role will be primarily accountable for S&P Global annual audit plan development and internal audits execution (planning, fieldwork and reporting phases). You will be responsible for performing annual and on-going risk assessment activities focused on Applications, Information and Cyber Security and the associated risks for S&P Global worldwide. The incumbent will be expected to conduct an independent audit and work effectively with members of the Audit Leadership team.

Responsibilities:

• Lead application security audits, ensuring the efficient and timely execution of the approved Audit Plan.


• Conduct comprehensive security audits, including penetration testing, to identify vulnerabilities across applications, infrastructure, databases, operating systems, and cloud environments.


• Execute end-to-end audits in alignment with the annual audit plan, ensuring timely completion.


• Review audit outcomes and results, collaborating with key auditees to agree on remedial action plans and facilitate smooth audit processes.


• Leverage data analytics and automation to enhance the efficiency and quality of audit execution.


• Collaborate with key stakeholders within the divisional technology functions to enhance audit effectiveness.


• Stay informed about best practices in information security audits to ensure continuous improvement.


• Keep abreast of emerging security threats, trends, and technologies to enhance security posture and refine internal audit processes.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of experience handling several technology audits including web applications. Experience with a Big 4 firm would be an advantage.


• Experience in conducting penetration testing using tools such as Burp suite, Metasploit, NMAP, Nessus, etc.


• Exposure to Python programming and awareness of generative AI technologies.


• Knowledge of risk management frameworks and proficient in carrying out in-depth Applications security including configurations.


• Strong knowledge of cloud security and best practices for cloud penetration testing.


• Familiarity with data analytics tools such as Alteryx, Power BI, and Tableau is an advantage.


• Excellent report writing skills


• Strong written and oral communication, approachable style, and well-developed negotiation and listening skills


• Demonstrated experience in strong work ethic, initiative, teamwork, and flexibility in meeting department goals.


• Excellent team collaboration skills to deliver results, innovate and strive for excellence.

Basic Qualifications:

A Bachelor / master’s degree in information technology or computer science or related major

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Information Systems Security Professional – CISSP, CEH, Red Team, or Equivalent.

What’s In It For You?

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We’re more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we’re able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.


• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.


• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.


• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.


• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.


• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

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Location:

Hyderabad, Telangāna, India