Senior Internal Auditor (IT)
KBR
- Location
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- Posted
- Aug 12, 2026
Skills
About this role
Title: Senior Internal Auditor (IT) Senior Internal Auditor (IT) KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR is a global leader in delivering science, technology, and engineering solutions to governments and top tier commercial clients to overcome tomorrow’s challenges, always maintaining our commitment to Zero Harm. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our approximately 37,000 employees are ready to handle projects and missions throughout their entire lifecycle, from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis. Audit and Advisory Services at KBR plays a trusted role in supporting the company’s governance, risk management, and control environment through independent assurance and practical advisory insights. The team partners across the business to evaluate key risks, strengthen processes, and provide objective perspectives that help KBR operate with integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Summary
Section This role supports the company’s success by providing independent, objective assurance and advisory services across the organization. The Senior IT Auditor collaborates with IT management, business process owners, and audit stakeholders to evaluate the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls through a systematic and disciplined approach. Responsibilities include leading and executing Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and internal audit testing, assessing compliance with policies and regulatory requirements, identifying technology-related risks, and communicating audit results to management. The role requires strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, communication, project management, and organizational skills. International and domestic travel of up to 25% may be required.
Responsibilities
Execute and lead SOX and internal audit testing across IT General Controls (ITGCs), IT Application Controls (ITACs), Information Produced by the Entity (IPE), SDLC controls, and technology-focused audits. Independently plan and perform audit procedures, evaluate control design and operating effectiveness, and develop risk-based conclusions. Develop clear, complete, and evidence-based audit documentation that supports testing procedures, observations, conclusions, and reporting requirements. Collaborate with business process owners, IT management, external auditors, and other stakeholders to obtain evidence and discuss audit results. Evaluate technology risks related to access management, change management, cybersecurity, interfaces, data migration, cloud technologies, and system implementations. Identify control deficiencies, process improvement opportunities, and emerging risks, and communicate observations in a timely and professional manner. Utilize data analytics, automation techniques, and technology-enabled audit tools to enhance audit effectiveness and efficiency. Leverage artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT, and similar technologies to improve audit planning, documentation, research, analysis, reporting, and productivity while adhering to company governance and data protection requirements. Stay current on evolving technology trends, cybersecurity risks, regulatory developments, and industry-leading audit practices. Support the execution of the annual audit plan and SOX compliance program. Review work performed by less experienced auditors and provide coaching, guidance, and constructive feedback. Manage multiple assignments simultaneously while ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely completion of deliverables.
Preferred Skills
Demonstrates intellectual curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Strong knowledge of IT risks, controls, governance frameworks, and audit methodologies. Excellent interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving,