Barbara Sousa

Background

About Barbara Sousa

With 12 years of experience in both external and internal audits, as well as IT consulting, I have developed a robust professional career across prominent organizations such as Motorola, AT & T, and EY. I began my career at EY Brazil as a Technology Risk Consultant and Auditor, where I gained foundational expertise in IT audits and risk management. In 2018, I participated in EY's Mobility Program and spent five months at the EY Atlanta office. This international experience paved the way for a permanent role at EY Atlanta in 2019, where I further honed my skills in technology risk and audit. My professional qualifications and expertise include- CISA and CDPSE certified- Extensive experience in process mapping, designing and testing IT General Controls for Internal and - External Audits, with a focus on IT Governance and IT Compliance- Proficient in Service Organization Control Reports (SOCR) and IT Application Controls (ITACs) for business areas, including purchases, sales, inventory, and cost management- Expertise in compliance projects related to governmental regulations and laws, including eSocial and other industry standards- Strong background in internal control management practices under frameworks such as COSO, guidelines from the Basel Committee, and principles outlined in the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)- Successfully led the implementation of a new Technology Risk Service Delivery Center at the EY Alpharetta office. My background reflects a deep commitment to technology risk management, process optimization, and audit excellence, and I am eager to leverage my skills to contribute to a dynamic team in a forward-thinking organization.