Senior Technology Risk Analyst (IT Audit) - remote

Work Flexibility: Remote or Hybrid or Onsite

Why ARA at Stryker?

The Assurance & Risk Advisory (ARA) function at Stryker continues to grow as we strengthen our focus on technology-enabled risk management, governance, and assurance. We are seeking a Senior Technology Risk Analyst to play a critical role in helping the organization proactively manage technology risks while supporting Stryker’s strategic objectives. This role offers the opportunity to work with a global, collaborative team that delivers value through innovation, strong partnerships, and customer focus.

As the Senior Technology Risk Analyst, you will be responsible for executing technology-focused internal audit and risk advisory engagements, including SOX compliance testing, system implementation reviews, technology and data risk assessments, and operational audits. This individual serves as a subject matter expert in the auditing of IT general controls (ITGCs), IT automated controls (ITACs), and key reports across ERP platforms and other enterprise applications. The role requires knowledge and experience with internal control frameworks, and audit methodologies, as well as a strong understanding of financial reporting risks and technology-enabled business processes. The Senior Technology Risk Analyst applies internal audit principles and practices aligned with AICPA and PCAOB guidance / standards to assess control design and test operating effectiveness while providing clear concise reporting to key stakeholders within ARA team and broader organization.

What You Will Do

• Participate in audit planning by understanding business processes, identifying technology risks, and developing risk-based audit procedures.
• Perform process walkthroughs, control evaluations, and testing to assess the design and operating effectiveness of technology controls.
• Test IT General Controls (ITGCs), automated controls, and key reports across enterprise applications and technology infrastructure to support SOX 404 compliance.
• Support technology advisory and consulting engagements related to system implementations, process changes, and technology initiatives.
• Prepare high-quality audit workpapers and documentation in alignment with internal audit methodology, professional standards, and department policies.
• Analyze audit evidence, identify control gaps and process improvement opportunities, and clearly document audit observations.
• Partner with Management to develop remediation action plans, monitor progress, and validate the resolution of identified control deficiencies.
• Review SOC 1 and SOC 2 reports for third-party service providers and assess their impact on the organization’s overall control environment.

What You Need

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, accounting, finance, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in public accounting, internal audit, or management consulting
• Experience testing ITGCs across enterprise applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments
• SAP S/4 audit experience
• Experience supporting business process audit teams in the testing of automated controls, key reports, and other IT-dependent controls
• 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

  

United States of America Pay Ranges:

• USN: $69,500 - $110,900 USD Annual
• US5: $73,000 - $116,400 USD Annual
• US10: $76,500 - $122,000 USD Annual
• US15: $79,900 - $127,500 USD Annual
• US20: $83,400 - $133,100 USD Annual
• US30: $90,400 - $144,200 USD Annual

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Travel Percentage: 20%

Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.

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