Associate Director, Information Technology Audit

Company: Daiichi Sankyo
Location: Basking Ridge
Posted on: January 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Title: Associate Director, Information Technology Audit Job Requisition ID: 725 Posting Start Date: 1/15/26 At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society. Job Summary Under direct delegation from the Regional Head of Internal Audit, this position is responsible for the execution of the annual audit plan, J-SOX testing, and may be assigned other audit responsibilities related to the annual risk assessment, oversight of the quality assurance and improvement program, and/or other projects under the purview of the Internal Audit team. Responsibilities span Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. ("DSI"), American Regent Inc. ("ARI"), and collaboration with other Daiichi Sankyo Group companies. Key responsibilities include scoping audit engagements, leading teams, coordinating with business partners, collaborating with external auditors and cosource partners, performing testing of control design and operating effectiveness, and following up on business remediation of failed controls. Annual J-SOX responsibilities include scoping, assisting the business with understanding requirements, test of control, and year end follow-up. Internal audit acts not just as an assurance provider, but is expected to provide advisory and interpretive services to the extent permitted by independence and objectivity requirements. The emphasis of this role is related to IT risks and controls, and includes scoping and assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of controls over critical information systems at DSI and ARI. This may include but is not limited to reviews of operating systems, applications, general controls, infrastructure, system development, data center, data privacy, and disaster recovery. This position will also be responsible for completing integrated audits of financial and operational system control reviews throughout the organization. In addition, this position is responsible for assisting the Regional Head of Internal Audit in identifying and reporting potential areas of improvement as well as providing recommendations to the IT organization to enhance the overall control environment as well as to improve the efficiency of key IT application systems utilized by the organization. The Associate Director, Information Technology Audit will assist the internal audit function with tools and technologies, by supporting their implementation and ongoing management. Responsibilities Execution of the annual audit plan as directed by the Regional Head of Internal Audit. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:Performing audits and consulting activities including high risk IT areas and integrated audits including operational and financial risks Contributing IT and information security expertise to the annual risk assessment Planning, organizing and executing the assigned sub-sections of the internal audit plan Developing procedures and schedules for achieving audit objectives and goals Ensuring that the audits are performed in accordance with the audit standards issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Providing periodic status reports to the Regional Head of Internal Audit. Evaluating audit test results in collaboration with the Regional Head of Internal Audit Recommending improvements to enhance the overall control environment as well as to improve the efficiency of key application systems utilized by the organization Communicating audit objectives, scope, activities and test results to impacted parties (i.e. Process Owners and Management) Preparing audit reports Monitoring the status of corrective action plans to ensure that management has implemented an appropriate plan within the established time frame Providing IT thought leadership as well as advisory and interpretive services for others to use in making critical decisions as related to IT compliance and process optimization Responsibilities Continued Responsible for leading and completion of the IT J-SOX audit which will include overseeing the following tasks: Developing and executing the annual J-SOX testing plan from scoping to testing as well as communicating results to DSI management, DS Global J-SOX Team as well as external auditorsMonitoring J-SOX status to ensure compliance with DS Global J-SOX team’s required deadlines Collaborating with business process owners to monitor changes in the business, process and systems to ensure timely updating of control documentation Performing audit test procedures of key controls as related to J-SOX Coordinating with the Associate Director, Internal Audit to design integrated audit testing where applicable and ensure all applications used in key business processes are appropriately tested from an IT perspective Coordinate closely with the IT organization to ensure an efficient and synergistic approach to overall testing of internal controls Identification and communicating internal control weaknesses to Regional Head of Internal Audit and the respective process owners. Prioritize issues based on their significance and impact, and collaborate with business owners to develop practical and cost-effective recommendations Monitor the status of corrective action plans to ensure that management has implemented an appropriate plan within the established time frame Provide periodic status updates to the Regional Head of Internal Audit Coordinating J-SOX efforts with the external public accounting firm by meeting periodically with them to discuss the scope of the audit as well as the timeline to ensure that they achieve the necessary deadlines dictated by DS Global J-SOX team Perform additional training (as needed) to inform management of the J-SOX requirements Support the Internal Audit function through the implementation and management of technologies such as audit management software, data analytics tools, and other platforms that may help to improve the function’s efficiency and/or effectiveness. Participate in Company-wide initiatives to improve or develop efficient and effective business processes as assigned by the Regional Head of Internal Audit. Acts as a consultant to the IT organization regarding systems security, integrity, control issues, risk management, and corporate governance. In addition, identify and communicate best practices, manage strategic risks and foster the appropriate levels of controls for business and IT risk. Qualifications Qualifications: Successful candidates will be able to meet the qualifications below with or without a reasonable accommodation. Education Qualifications (from an accredited college or university) Bachelor's Degree preferably in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Accounting required Experience Qualifications 7 or More Years of experience performing and supervising IT audits as well as experience auditing IT General Controls for compliance with the Sarbanes Oxley Act or Japan’s Financial Instruments and Exchange Law (J-SOX) required Experience in performing audits and consulting activities in high risk IT areas required Experience auditing SAP preferred Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred Knowledge and experience in programming preferred Experience in data analytics methodologies and software preferred Licenses and Certifications: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) required or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) required orCISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional required Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Salary Range: USD$137,840.00 - USD$206,760.00 Download Our Benefits Summary PDF Professionals

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