Director IT Audit

NCL Bahamas Ltd.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. is seeking an experienced IT Audit leader to develop and drive the IT Audit Plan based on risk assessments, with emphasis on risk mitigation, operational efficiency, and cost optimization.

You will lead SOX ITGCs, business application controls, and shipboard/integrated audits, guiding ERM initiatives and cross-functional collaboration. The role requires 8+ years in IT Audit within a large organization or public company, with supervisory experience and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or IT field.
• CISA/CPA/CIA certifications preferred.
• 8+ years IT Audit experience including SOX in a public company; supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop the IT Audit Plan based on risk assessment focusing on mitigation, efficiency, revenue, and cost minimization.
• Lead all IT Audits including SOX testing (ITGCs, Business Application controls, Key Reports & Spreadsheets) and various IT/enterprise audits.
• Support ERM reviews and ERM Steering Committee activities, focusing on significant IT risks such as cybersecurity.
• Build relationships across IT leadership and business units to identify emerging risks and promote practical solutions.
• Drive automation, analytics, and continuous monitoring to improve efficiency and strengthen controls across departments.
• Serve as IT Audit point person for staff, managers, consultants, and external auditors.
• Review audit/SOX documentation and present findings to senior management; recommend improvements to processes and controls.
• Collaborate with co-sourcing providers/external auditors as needed.
• Promote inclusive teamwork and use data to support audit conclusions.

Skills

SOX testing

IT audits

Data analytics

Project management

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Cybersecurity

Influence stakeholders

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or IT related field

CPA/CISA/CIA preferred

Job description

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop the IT Audit Plan, based on a risk assessment encompassing various quantitative and qualitative factors with emphasis on risk mitigation, operational efficiencies, revenue enhancement, and cost minimization.

Lead all IT Audits, which includes SOX testing (ITGCs, Business Application Controls and Key Reports & Spreadsheets), IT audits, shipboard audits, integrated audits with the financial/operational audit team, ERM reviews, application reviews, system implementation reviews, technical security reviews, ethics investigations, and ad-hoc assignments requested by senior management.

Help facilitate ERM on behalf of the Company’s ERM Steering Committee and Audit Committee, with a focus on significant IT risks (cybersecurity and keeping pace with technology).

Build and maintain trusted relationships across IT leadership, corporate functions, shipboard operations, and shared services to identify emerging risks, influence practical solutions, and support high-priority projects.

Serve as a catalyst for responsible AI-enabled and data-driven transformation within Internal Audit and by partnering across departments to identify and advance automation, analytics, and continuous monitoring solutions that improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and enhance the reliability of financial and operational information.

Serve as Internal Audit’s key IT Audit point person for staff, management, consultants, and external auditors.

Review audit/SOX documentation, including planning, audit/SOX program, testing, remediation, and final reporting.

Recommend improvements to processes and controls based on IT risk assessments and process evaluations.

Prepare, review, and present written reports to senior management based on audit/SOX results.

Facilitates the work of any co-source providers or external auditors.

Proactively work with key business units to promote operating practices that contribute to the development and maintenance of effective internal controls and profit maximization.

Other duties and projects as assigned.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or IT related field of study. Professional certification such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) strongly preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 8 years of IT Audit experience which includes working for a large public accounting firm and extensive Sarbanes-Oxley experience in a publicly traded company. Supervisory management experience required.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Experienced IT Audit professional, with advanced knowledge of IT audit testing and documentation, including ITGCs, Business Application controls, accounting and business operations and the following skills: Significant experience and knowledge of key technology domains, including IT operations, infrastructure (networks, databases, and operating systems), cybersecurity, data analytics, applications, and emerging technologies. Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills. Demonstrates a proven track record of conducting technology audits as well as advising and influencing business stakeholders on the design, implementation, and application of IT controls. Strong business acumen and interest in the cruise industry with an understanding or awareness of the current issues / risks it is facing. Ability to work with all levels of management within the organization and communicate business risks in easily understandable terms. Demonstrates inquisitive mindset and applies critical thinking in each assignment. Ability to influence and motivate teams and develop talent. Operates under minimal supervision. Performs tasks with minimal oversight, proactively manages deadlines to drive projects to conclusion, escalates issues or roadblocks in a timely manner, proactively keep leaders informed of status and aides in the review of other team member’s work. Ability to successfully work and promote inclusiveness in small groups. Ability to utilize data to support audit conclusions. Strong Project Management skills: Planning, implementing, monitoring, and completing projects, ensuring effective management of scope, resources, time, cost, quality, risk, and communications. Continually seeking new ways to enhance performance, improve results and/ or transform the business and the industry in which it operates. Thinking Strategically: Seeing and synthesizing different sides of an issue, examining the full range of options and outcomes, and producing mutually agreeable solutions. Adapting in order to work effectively in ambiguous or changing situations, and with diverse individuals and groups. Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue, and building consensus.

ABOUT NCLH

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) is a leading global cruise company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands. The combined brands currently operate 32 ships, employ over 35,000 shipboard crew from more than 110 different countries and visit approximately 700 different port destination each year.

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It is Norwegian Cruise Line Holding’s policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and marital or veteran status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

We’re thrilled you’re here to explore career opportunities with our team. If you're driven and enjoy thriving in an environment that values People Excellence, you’re in the right place! We’re incredibly proud of our team and the meaningful work we do every day. Our culture is built on Innovation, Collaboration, Transparency and Passion; our key Value Anchors that continue to drive our success and shape our future. We’re excited to learn more about your background and experiences, and to see where this journey might take us together. Please introduce yourself and let’s get connected Our team is committed to People Excellence and we make it our business to ensure that we recruit the best and the brightest talent to be a part of our growing company. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and collaborate with our team in driving innovation, guest experiences and operational excellence, then NCLH is the place for you!

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) is a leading global cruise company that operates Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. With a combined fleet of 34 ships and itineraries to approximately 700 destinations worldwide, NCLH has exciting plans to expand our business in the years ahead. We expect to add 13 additional ships across the three brands through 2036.

To learn more about our brands, please visit: https://www.nclhltd.com/brands Norwegian Cruise Line https://youtu.be/_xCrwYz_7e8 Oceania Cruises https://youtu.be/E_aptk9QNvE Regent Seven Seas Cruises https://youtu.be/irx8sLBX0Sc