About Us:
We are brand builders who focus our passion and creativity to build Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER into the most desirable lifestyle brands in the world and at the same time position PVH as one of the best-performing brand groups in our sector. Guided by our values and enabled by our scale and global reach, we are driving fashion forward for good, as one team with one vision and one plan. That’s the Power of Us, that’s the Power of PVH+.
One of PVH’s greatest strengths is our people. Our collective desire is to create a workplace environment where every individual is valued, and every voice is heard, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. Learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at PVH here.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THE JOB:
The IT Senior Associate, Information Systems Internal Audit supports independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve PVH's IT operations and control framework. Based in Bangalore, India, this role executes IT audit and SOX testing activities across global systems, infrastructure, applications, and related technology processes. The Senior Associate partners with Internal Audit leadership, IT, Information Security, Finance, Operations, and external auditors to evaluate control design and operating effectiveness, identify technology and control risks, document results clearly, and support timely remediation.
This position supports the IT Internal Audit function globally and is accountable for performing select activities, including but not limited to the following:
- Execute assigned IT audit procedures across global systems, infrastructure, and applications, including IT General Controls (ITGCs) and application controls.
- Perform walkthroughs, control testing, documentation, and evidence evaluation for SOX IT compliance and other operational audits, such as PCI DSS, pre-implementation reviews, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning.
- Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls within SAP, warehouse management systems, networks, databases, cloud environments, and other technology platforms.
- Prepare clear audit workpapers, testing summaries, issue descriptions, and practical recommendations aligned to PVH methodology and professional standards.
- Identify technology and control risks and escalate potential control gaps, exceptions, and remediation needs to audit management in a timely manner.
- Support remediation monitoring by validating management action plans and maintaining status updates for audit findings and control deficiencies.
- Partner with IT, Information Security, Finance, Store Operations, SAP COE, and business stakeholders across regions and time zones to understand processes, risks, and control expectations.
- Coordinate with external auditors and third-party service providers to support testing requests, evidence gathering, and issue resolution.
- Contribute to risk assessments, audit planning inputs, and continuous improvement of audit programs, templates, and testing approaches.
- Stay current on technology, cybersecurity, regulatory, and IT audit leading practices, and share relevant insights with the team.
- Demonstrate PVH values by working collaboratively, communicating professionally, and supporting a diverse and inclusive team environment.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
Experience: 4 to 7 Years of experience in IT audit, technology risk, IT compliance, information security, or internal audit. Experience in a multinational, retail, apparel, consumer products, or complex technology environment preferred.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Audit, Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Skills: Must have the ability to work across business groups and with individuals in different time zones. This person must also have the following:
- Working knowledge of SAP IT General Controls (ITGCs) and related enterprise application controls.
- Experience executing or supporting SOX IT compliance programs, including walkthroughs, testing, evidence review, and documentation.
- Understanding of IT risk and control concepts across access management, change management, computer operations, interfaces, reports, and logical security.
- Ability to document process narratives, flowcharts, risks, controls, test plans, and testing results with attention to quality and detail.
- Strong analytical thinking, problem solving, and ability to identify exceptions and communicate their business impact.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and business stakeholders professionally.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
- Exposure to integrated enterprise technology landscapes, cloud platforms, databases, networks, or warehouse management systems.
- Experience working with global teams, outsourced resources, or external auditors preferred.
- Familiarity with audit tools (AuditBoard), workpaper standards, and frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001, ITIL, or COSO preferred.
Certifications
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) preferred; active progress toward CISA may be considered.
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or other relevant certification a plus.
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL CONTACTS:
Internal: Legal, Operational, Financial, Security, SAP COE, Information Technology, and Internal Audit associates.
External: External Auditors, Third Party Service Providers, Licensees
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Does this job require skills that are difficult to find in the market or that are critical to current initiatives at PVH?
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If yes, please indicate skills: This role supports PVH's SOX and Internal Audit functions, including ITGC testing, SAP controls, technology risk assessment, and global remediation support. These skills are critical to PVH's control environment and Executive and Audit Committee reporting.
Communication Skills Required (Please answer most of the time)
Responsible for:
Obtaining and providing information to others:
Explaining policies and practices to others:
Influencing others:
Negotiating with others to come to an agreement:
Negotiating with others with long-term strategic importance to the business:
(Check all that apply as it relates to the above):
Within own department at PVH:
Across departments at PVH:
Across business units/brands at PVH:
Outside of PVH:
Please provide an example: This role will coordinate with IT, Information Security, Finance, Operations, SAP COE, external auditors, and third-party service providers to request evidence, clarify control expectations, communicate testing results, and support remediation of IT control issues across global processes.
Supervisory and Leadership Responsibilities
Has direct reports (responsible for performance management, approving expenses, etc.)
Yes
No
If yes, how many? Not applicable
Has indirect reports (associates reporting to direct reports)
Yes
No
If yes, how many? Not applicable
Please select the type of supervisory responsibility: Individual contributor; may coordinate testing requests and review evidence with external service providers or junior team members as assigned.
If the job does NOT have direct reports: Individual contributor responsible for completing assigned audit activities with limited supervision and escalating issues appropriately.
Overall Impact and Contribution :
Completes assigned audit activities with limited supervision; contributes to the quality and timely delivery of IT audit and SOX workstreams.
Problem Solving:
Problems require analysis of IT processes, control design, control execution, evidence quality, and business impact. The role is expected to identify exceptions, determine whether additional evidence or inquiry is needed, and recommend practical next steps for management review.
An example of a typical problem this role would be responsible for solving:
The role may identify that user access evidence for an in-scope SAP application does not fully support control performance. The Senior Associate would analyze the evidence, follow up with control owners, document the exception or rationale, assess potential SOX implications, and escalate conclusions to audit management for review.
Innovation:
Responsible for recommending improvements to audit documentation, testing procedures, evidence requests, and control monitoring processes.
Environment:
General office environment; Bangalore, India. Role requires collaboration with global teams across time zones and may require occasional flexibility in working hours
PVH Corp. or its subsidiary ("PVH") is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, PVH is also committed to ensuring that all current and future PVH associates are compensated solely on job-related factors such as skill, ability, educational background, work quality, experience and potential.
