Lead Technology Risk Analyst (IT Audit) - remote
Stryker
Summary
As the Lead Technology Risk Analyst, you will be responsible for leading and executing technology-focused internal audit and risk advisory engagements, including integrated audits with a strong emphasis on IT risk and SOX compliance. This individual serves as a subject matter expert in the assessment and testing of IT general controls (ITGCs), automated controls (ITACs), and key reports across multiple ERP platforms and enterprise applications.
Job description
What You Will Do
- Lead the execution of technology-focused internal audits, evaluating the design and effectiveness of controls that address key technology and financial risks.
- Identify control gaps, process inefficiencies, and risk exposures, developing practical and value-added recommendations that strengthen the organization's risk and control environment.
- Coordinate and oversee audit workstreams, providing direction, coaching, and technical support to senior analysts / analysts while helping ensure audit objectives, timelines, and quality expectations are achieved.
- Utilize data analytics, audit technologies, and security tools to enhance testing procedures, expand risk coverage, and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of audit activities.
- Prepare clear, concise, and well-supported audit documentation and reports that communicate observations, risk implications, root causes, and actionable remediation recommendations.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of audit methodologies, tools, templates, and testing approaches while helping to advance the technical capabilities of the broader Assurance and Risk Advisory team.
What You Need
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, accounting, finance, or a related field
- Minimum 4 years of professional experience in, management consulting, and/or complex, matrixed global corporations
- In-depth multi-ERP, IT infrastructure, and cloud solution technical expertise
- SAP S/4 audit experience
- Significant experience supporting business process audit teams testing automated controls and key reports
- Strong understanding of internal audit principles, methodologies, and professional standards
Preferred:
- Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or other relevant certifications
- MedTech or other regulated-industry experience
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, accounting, finance, or a related field
- Minimum 4 years of professional experience in management consulting and/or complex, matrixed global corporations
- In-depth multi-ERP, IT infrastructure, and cloud solution technical expertise
- SAP S/4 audit experience
- Significant experience supporting business process audit teams testing automated controls and key reports
- Strong understanding of internal audit principles, methodologies, and professional standards
- Professional certifications such as CISA, CIA, CPA, or other relevant certifications (preferred)
- MedTech or other regulated-industry experience (preferred)
Company overview
Stryker is a global leader in medical technology, founded in 1941 by Dr. Homer Stryker and headquartered in Kalamazoo, Michigan. As one of the world's premier medical device companies, Stryker operates across three major business segments: Medical and Surgical Equipment, Orthopaedics and Spine, and Neurotechnology. The company impacts more than 150 million patients annually through its innovative products and services sold in over 75 countries worldwide. With approximately 53,000 employees globally and annual sales of $22.6 billion in 2024, Stryker maintains a strong commitment to research and development, investing $1.5 billion in R&D annually. The company's diverse portfolio includes surgical instruments, orthopedic implants, neurovascular devices, endoscopic systems, and advanced digital healthcare solutions. Stryker is recognized for its Mako robotic-assisted surgery systems and has been consistently ranked as one of Fortune's World's Best Workplaces for eight consecutive years, demonstrating its commitment to corporate culture and employee development.