Senior IT Internal Auditor

Merit Medical Systems, Inc.; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple Shifts

Medical & Dental Insurance

Onsite Medical Clinic

401K

Paid Holidays

Vacation & Sick Time

Job summary

Merit Medical Systems, Inc. seeks an IT Senior Internal Auditor to execute complex IT and integrated audits, evaluating internal controls, risk management, and governance across multiple regions.

The role emphasizes cybersecurity, privacy, digital transformation, and AI risks, operating within a global audit framework. You will collaborate with business and IT stakeholders, support the risk-based audit plan, and oversee remediation of IT and system audit findings while traveling up to 10–20% as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, cybersecurity, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum eight years of auditing, accounting, or systems-related work experience.
• Expertise in IT audit, risk management, and governance at the enterprise level.
• Advanced computer skills including spreadsheets, word processing, database, and GRC applications.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leadership to evaluate and enhance IT controls, cybersecurity, privacy, and related areas.
• Support development and execution of the annual risk-based audit plan.
• Ensure IT audits meet corporate policies and control frameworks.
• Facilitate external auditors' evaluation of internal controls.
• Oversee remediation plans for IT/system audit issues.
• Represent IT Internal Audit in cross-functional initiatives and enterprise risk projects.
• Assist in growing IT internal audit capabilities, including new technologies and global manufacturing contexts.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal skills

Risk awareness

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Spreadsheets (Excel)

GRC software

Audit software

Job description

Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

WORK SHIFT

DAY (United States of America)

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reporting to the Director of IT Internal Audit, the IT Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for executing complex IT and integrated audits, supporting the global internal audit function in evaluating the design and effectiveness of internal control, risk management, and governance processes. This role requires strong technical expertise, data analytics capabilities, and the ability to assess emerging risks, including cybersecurity, privacy, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence (AI). The position operates within a global audit framework and collaborates with business and IT stakeholders across multiple regions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

• Collaborate with senior leadership to evaluate and enhance the internal control structure and procedures for IT, systems, cybersecurity, privacy, and related areas.
• Support the development and execution of the annual risk-based audit plan.
• Ensure that certain IT audits are planned, performed, and overseen to meet compliance with corporate policies, industry standards, and control frameworks.
• Build strong partnerships with external auditors, facilitating their evaluation of the company's internal controls and maximizing reliance on internal audit's work.
• Oversee the remediation plans of IT/system audit issues.
• Represent the IT Internal Audit function in cross‑functional initiatives, enterprise risk management, and strategic projects.
• Support the scaling and growth of the IT internal audit function, including expanding capabilities, adopting new technologies, and developing talent to address emerging risks and support business expansion, especially in global and manufacturing contexts.
• Perform other related duties and tasks as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Lifting – not to exceed 50 lbs. (local practice may apply).
• Writing.
• Sitting.
• Standing.
• Bending.
• Vision.
• Reading.

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and/or experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in information systems, cybersecurity, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of eight years of auditing, accounting, or systems‑related work experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in IT audit, risk management, and governance at the enterprise level.
• Advanced computer skills including spreadsheets, word processing, database, GRC applications, and other applicable auditing or accounting software programs.
• Exceptional interpersonal, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills; proven ability to influence and collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, ability to manage multiple priorities, and work under strict time constraints.
• Travel requirement is up to 10‑20% during the year. Must be prepared for travel at any time, to any global location, for any duration as may be deemed necessary by IA Leadership.
• Fluency in Spanish, Dutch, French, Japanese, or Mandarin Chinese is a plus.
• Experience in a global manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
• CIA, CISA, CISSP, or other relevant certification preferred.

COMPETENCIES

• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Professional skepticism and risk awareness.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset with interest in innovation and emerging technologies.

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category III: The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require exposure.

Benefits

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:

• Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights.
• Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days).
• Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic.
• Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias.
• Employee Garden | Gardening Classes.
• 3 Weeks' Vacation, 1 Week Sick-Time, Paid Holidays.
• 401K, Health Savings Account.

To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.

Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.

Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.