Lead Director, Internal Audit - Technology Controls Assurance

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11 Locations
In-Office or Remote
144K-288K Annually
Expert/Leader
Fitness • Healthtech • Retail • Pharmaceutical
The Role
Leads technology controls assurance across the organization, overseeing ITGC, ITAC, automated-control testing, SOX assessments, remediation, external-auditor coordination, and co-sourced audit resources. Advises executives on technology risks involving cloud migrations, system implementations, automation, and modernization. Drives improvements through automation, analytics, continuous monitoring, and AI-enabled audit techniques while leading and developing high-performing teams.
Summary Generated by Built In

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

About the Role

We are seeking a senior leader to oversee technology controls assurance across the organization. This position leads teams responsible for evaluating and improving technology controls that support financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and risk management.

You will work closely with Technology, Finance, Compliance, and Internal Audit leaders to ensure controls are effective, scalable, and aligned with business needs. The role also helps drive modernization through automation, data analytics, and AI-enabled audit techniques.

Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership
  • Lead, coach, and develop technology controls assurance teams.
  • Manage priorities, resources, and workloads.
  • Build and retain high-performing teams.
  • Ensure consistency in testing methods, documentation, and quality standards.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Technology Controls Assurance
  • Oversee testing of:
    • IT General Controls (ITGCs)
    • IT Application Controls (ITACs)
    • Automated controls
  • Support SOX technology risk assessments and annual scoping activities.
  • Evaluate control deficiencies and determine business and compliance impacts.
  • Partner with business and technology teams to address and remediate control issues.
  • Provide guidance on emerging technology risks and control requirements.
Audit & External Auditor Coordination
  • Serve as a primary liaison with external auditors.
  • Support reliance activities related to IT controls and SOC reports.
  • Coordinate with Internal Audit, Finance, Compliance, and Technology teams.
  • Oversee co-sourced audit resources and third-party providers.
  • Help drive efficient audit execution and reduce duplicated effort.
Advisory & Strategic Partnership
  • Advise leaders on technology risks related to:
    • System implementations
    • Cloud migrations
    • Automation initiatives
    • Platform modernization
    • Organizational changes
  • Translate technical risk and control concepts into clear business recommendations.
  • Support executive reporting and Audit Committee communications.
Process Improvement & Innovation
  • Improve control testing through:
    • Automation
    • Data analytics
    • Continuous monitoring
    • AI-enabled testing techniques
  • Identify opportunities to make testing more efficient and effective.
  • Stay current on evolving regulations, audit standards, cybersecurity risks, and emerging technologies.
Required Qualifications
  • 10+ years of experience in technology audit, IT controls, SOX compliance, or a related assurance function.
  • Professional certifications of CISA, CRISC, CPA, CIA or PMP required.
  • At least 4 years of experience in public accounting, internal audit, or similar environments.
  • Experience leading teams and managing large-scale audit or controls programs.
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • SOX
    • COSO
    • IT audit principles
    • Financial and business controls
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience presenting to senior executives and leadership teams.
  • Ability to work in the Eastern or Central time zones.
  • Up to 25% travel required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with SOC 1 and SOC 2 reporting.
  • Experience using AuditBoard, Optro, or similar audit management tools.
  • MBA or other advanced degree.

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$144,200.00 - $288,400.00


This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls.  The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.  This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.  This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program. 
 

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.


Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on
Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/02/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

Skills Required

  • 10+ years of experience in technology audit, IT controls, SOX compliance, or a related assurance function
  • CISA, CRISC, CPA, CIA, or PMP certification
  • At least 4 years of experience in public accounting, internal audit, or similar environments
  • Experience leading teams and managing large-scale audit or controls programs
  • Strong knowledge of SOX, COSO, IT audit principles, and financial and business controls
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience presenting to senior executives and leadership teams
  • Ability to work in the Eastern or Central time zones
  • Experience with SOC 1 and SOC 2 reporting
  • Experience using AuditBoard, Optro, or similar audit management tools
  • MBA or other advanced degree

CVS Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CVS Health and has not been reviewed or approved by CVS Health.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision with HSA-eligible options, free preventive care, virtual care, and access to MinuteClinic services. Mental-health resources such as counseling support are emphasized, and coverage is often considered solid for full-time colleagues.
  • Retirement Support A dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 5% after one year and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan are consistently highlighted in Total Rewards materials. Feedback suggests retirement programs are a meaningful strength within the overall package.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellbeing offerings include up to 20 no-cost counseling sessions per issue, backup care, tuition assistance, and substantial in-store discounts, alongside broader wellness tools. These everyday perks expand value beyond base pay and can be especially meaningful for full-time schedules.

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The Company
HQ: Woonsocket, RI
119,959 Employees
Year Founded: 1963

What We Do

CVS Health is the leading health solutions company that delivers care in ways no one else can. We reach people in more ways and improve the health of communities across America through our local presence, digital channels and our nearly 300,000 dedicated colleagues – including more than 40,000 physicians, pharmacists, nurses and nurse practitioners. Wherever and whenever people need us, we help them with their health – whether that’s managing chronic diseases, staying compliant with their medications, or accessing affordable health and wellness services in the most convenient ways. We help people navigate the health care system – and their personal health care – by improving access, lowering costs and being a trusted partner for every meaningful moment of health. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.

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