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Carnival Corporation · 8 hours ago

Director, IT Audit

Carnival Corporation is the world’s largest leisure travel company, and they are seeking a Director of IT Audit to lead and manage their IT audit function. This role is responsible for ensuring the integrity, security, and compliance of technology systems and processes, while providing assurance to the Board of Directors and overseeing a global team of professionals.

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Responsibilities

Oversee the Global Technology RAAS team in the execution of independent reviews and evaluations of technology-related operations and activities to assess:
The reliability and integrity of internal controls over and financial reporting for systems that authorize transactions and safeguard assets
Compliance with policies, laws, and regulations which could have significant impact upon IT operations and processes
The effectiveness and efficiency of IT operations
Perform team member evaluations and establish development plans
Establish an environment that fosters team collaboration, innovation, ownership and positive culture
Conduct meetings with Sr. Management to discuss audit scope, audit results, and associated management actions to mitigate identified control gaps
Document results of audits in formal reports that are distributed to Sr. Brand and Corporate Management
Provide management regular updates on audit status, and control enhancement opportunities
Create quarterly exhibits for the Board of Directors
Engage with and build professional relationships with senior leadership across the Company to coordinate audit execution and risk
Develop and maintain effective engagement with the external auditors to provide support with the integrated annual audit
Oversee the execution of the annual Global IT SOX Assessment, including driving changes to enhance efficiencies and effectiveness of testing
Develop a program to test the design and operating effectiveness of SOX controls
Identify and report findings (to Sr. Management and SOX Committees) on a timely basis
Provide Sr. Management insights and perspectives on control enhancements
Define IT Audit strategy and associated supporting programs
Conduct annual IT Audit Risk Assessment and develop the associated IT Audit Plan
Define and maintain program to efficiently deploy audit resources and provide audit courses of key IT risks
Leverage technology (e.g., IA, Data Analytics, audit tools) to increase effectiveness and efficiency of IT risk coverage
Develop a strategy to utilize IT
Link overall IT audit strategy with RAAS departmental strategy to ensure effective risk coverage
Analyze internal trends, audit results and industry trends to ensure effective risk coverage

Qualification

IT auditRisk managementCybersecurityIT governance frameworksData analyticsCloud technologiesCISA certificationCISM certificationCISSP certificationCIA certificationStakeholder managementTeam developmentEthical standardsLeadershipCommunicationProblem-solvingStrategic thinkingConflict resolution

Required

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in IT audit, risk management, or cybersecurity, including at least 5 years in a leadership role
Deep knowledge of IT governance frameworks (e.g., COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001)
Strong understanding of cloud technologies, cybersecurity, data analytics, and emerging tech risks
Excellent communication, leadership, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management skills
Strategic thinking and ability to align IT audit with business objectives
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to influence and drive change across complex organizations
High integrity and commitment to ethical standards
Ability to coach / develop a diverse team of professionals
Sound IT risk and control understanding (including the ability to design tests of controls)
Extensive experience navigating 'politically' sensitive topics with C-Level / Sr. Management

Preferred

Master's degree
Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, or CIA strongly preferred

Benefits

Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
Company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes a company match
Employee Stock Purchase plan
Holidays – All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be taken at the employee’s discretion.
Vacation Time – All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year.  All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
Sick Time – All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.
Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement
On-site Fitness center at our Miami campus

Company

Carnival Corporation

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Carnival Corporation is a cruise company providing travelers with vacation experiences.

H1B Sponsorship

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2024 (38)
2023 (32)
2022 (40)
2021 (33)
2020 (56)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$19.49B
Key Investors
Public Investment Fund
2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B
2025-07-01Post Ipo Debt· $3.54B
2025-06-13Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B

Leadership Team

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Josh Weinstein
President & CEO
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