Strategic Director, Digital IT Audit

Ecolab; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 142,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecolab is seeking a Digital Audit Director in Minnesota to lead the Digital Audit function as the third line of defense for digital and IT risk. You will partner with Digital, Finance, Enterprise AI, and Global Business Services to shape the global digital risk environment and drive value.

You will set the annual Digital Audit plan, oversee risk-based audits and advisory work, manage co-source relationships, and sponsor data analytics enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, finance or accounting or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive relevant experience including 3+ years of team leadership.
• Active CISA or similar professional certification.
• Strong understanding of IIA, COBIT and NIST frameworks.
• Executive presence with ability to influence leaders on digital risk and controls.
• Experience with SOX IT General Controls.

Responsibilities

• Influence and shape Ecolab’s view of the global digital risk landscape and controls framework across data, IT, cybersecurity, AI, and ERP risk domains.
• Own the Digital Audit strategy and multi-year roadmap.
• Set and execute the annual Digital Audit plan including high-quality audits, assessments, and advisory work.
• Manage Digital audit and advisory co-source relationships as appropriate.
• Partner with Digital GRC and stakeholders to strengthen the digital control environment and drive action plan implementation.
• Advise Digital GRC and external auditor on ITGC testing and control activities.
• Sponsor data and analytics enhancements including GRC tools and AI enablers.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team and ensure strong employee engagement.
• Contribute to Audit Committee and executive reporting on audit results and trends.
• Support continuous improvement through learning, development, and initiatives.

Skills

Executive leadership

Digital risk expertise

SOX ITGC experience

Influence leaders

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Finance or Accounting or related field

Active CISA certification

Job description

Ecolab is seeking a Digital Audit Director in Minnesota to lead the Digital Audit function as the third line of defense for digital and IT risk. You will partner with Digital, Finance, Enterprise AI, and Global Business Services to shape the global digital risk environment and drive value.

You will set the annual Digital Audit plan, oversee risk-based audits and advisory work, manage co-source relationships, and sponsor data analytics enhancements.