IT Audit Manager at Medtronic in Fridley, Minnesota

Job Description:

Careers that Change Lives

Team is working hybrid and position will be onsite 2-3 days/week in Fridley, MN.

The IT Audit Manager is a seasoned professional responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing IT audit activities within the Corporate Audit team. They will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify, assess and mitigate IT-related risks. This is a people manager position, and requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities and a deep understanding of IT controls and processes.

Medtronic is the global leader in medical technology, alleviating pain, restoring health an extending life for millions of people around the world. As a member of the Corporate Audit team, the Senior IT Auditor will contribute to our mission through the independent and objective identification, assessment and evaluation of risks and controls.
We believe that when people from different cultures, genders, and points of view come together, innovation is the result - and everyone wins. Medtronic walks the walk, creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive.

A Day in the Life

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Effectively collaborate with colleagues and business partners in various departments and operating units. Conduct complex conversations with audit stakeholders, both technical and non-technical.
• Operate in an independent and organized manner, managing multiple projects and escalating issues promptly.
• Plan and lead risk assessments with organizational leaders to gather insights for the dynamic audit plan.
• Lead reviews (audit, advisory, and integrated) throughout the entire audit process, identifying control gaps and proposing solutions. This includes designing and implementing control frameworks to ensure efficient risk management and IT controls.
• Create clear and concise audit reports and presentations for senior management and the audit committee.
• Oversee third-party engagement for IT SOX testing.
• Monitor open audit issues and support timely remediation.
• Lead projects in accordance with department standard operating procedures, as well as International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Lead team members on general audit processes, technology, and department operations. Assists them in meeting their job requirements. This includes providing ongoing recognition, coaching, and performance reviews.
• Stay current with emerging technology trends, industry standards, and regulatory changes to proactively align audit strategies and practices.
• Contribute to learning and development opportunities, including acquiring CPE hours and taking on challenging projects for continuous improvement.
• Understand the Medtronic and Audit mission to drive innovation, accelerate change, and embrace diversity and inclusion. Individuals will set challenging goals, enable operational excellence, maintain accountability, and model ethical behavior.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's plus 5+ years of practical experience in IT Audit or Information Technology.
Nice to Have

• Certified as a CPA, CISA, CIPT, CIA, and/or CISSP.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, information systems, or accounting.
• Direct or indirect people management experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to prepare and communicate materials to executive stakeholders.
• Public accounting (preferably Big 4) or equivalent experience in a public company Internal Audit department
• Experience with accounting principles, audit procedures and techniques, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in using audit software and data analytics tools (e.g., PowerBI)
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices, such as COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001, and NIST frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance (e.g., SOX, HIPAA, GDPR) related to IT systems and data protection.
• Understanding of IT systems (e.g., SAP, GRC, Hyperion) and infrastructure, including hardware, software, networks, and databases.
• Familiarity with IT risks surrounding cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, medical device security, big data, vendor management, IT governance, social media, etc.

About Medtronic

Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.

We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let's work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients' lives. Help us shape the future.

Physical Job Requirements

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager, recruiter or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)

A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefits here .

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) on page 6 here .

The provided base salary range is used nationally (except in certain CA locations).The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience,certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.