Strategic IT Audit Lead: Cyber, Cloud & Controls

Baxter International Inc.; Región Centro; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. in Mexico is seeking a Lead IT Internal Auditor to join its Global Internal Audit organization. The role leads technology-focused audit engagements across the enterprise, evaluating risk, controls, and governance, including AI‑related areas.

You will collaborate with audit leadership, translate complex tech risks into actionable recommendations, and coach team members. Travel approximately 10%, with opportunities to influence security, privacy, and cloud control

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, IT, or related field.
• 7+ years of IT audit, technology risk, cybersecurity, internal controls, or related assurance.
• Proven track record leading complex audits in regulated environments.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity, cloud, privacy, data governance, third‑party risk, and enterprise apps.
• Translate technical concepts into clear business risks and actionable recommendations.
• Build trusted relationships across global teams and stakeholders.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CIA, CRISC, CISSP, CISM, or related.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk-based IT, cybersecurity, privacy, OT, and integrated audits from planning to reporting.
• Evaluate technology risks across cloud platforms, enterprise apps, IAM, cybersecurity ops, data mgmt, third‑party providers.
• Assess IT general controls, application controls, automated controls, and security frameworks.
• Analyze governance of emerging technologies including AI, ML, and analytics.
• Partner with leaders to identify root causes, prioritise risks, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Contribute to enterprise risk assessments and annual audit planning.
• Guide audit team members and external resources with coaching and feedback.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to management.

Skills

IT audit

risk assessment

stakeholder management

leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Baxter International Inc. in Mexico is seeking a Lead IT Internal Auditor to join its Global Internal Audit organization. The role leads technology-focused audit engagements across the enterprise, evaluating risk, controls, and governance, including AI‑related areas.

You will collaborate with audit leadership, translate complex tech risks into actionable recommendations, and coach team members. Travel approximately 10%, with opportunities to influence security, privacy, and cloud control