Director IT, Internal Audit

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director IT, Internal Audit based in United States.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity to help build a modern Internal Audit function from the ground up. You will lead risk-based IT audit and advisory engagements across a fast-moving, technology-driven organization. The role combines deep technical expertise with strategic judgment, executive communication, and business partnership. You will shape audit priorities, strengthen technology risk management, and translate complex findings into actionable insights. The position also offers the opportunity to integrate AI governance, data analytics, and automation into the audit model. You will work closely with Finance, Legal, ERM, Compliance, IT, Engineering, and Security leaders. This role is ideal for an experienced audit leader who enjoys building scalable programs and influencing meaningful change.

Accountabilities: Lead end-to-end risk-based IT audit and advisory engagements, ensuring appropriate scope, strong evidence, rigorous root-cause analysis, and executive-quality reporting.

Build and continuously enhance a risk-based Internal Audit operating model aligned with IIA Standards, establishing effective processes, methodologies, and priorities.

Assess technology environments and controls across cloud and data platforms, including AWS, GCP, Datadog, and Okta, and recommend practical improvements.

Translate complex technical risks and audit findings into clear, concise, and actionable recommendations for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Develop and coach a high-performing audit team through structured feedback, clear expectations, professional development plans, and a culture of continuous learning.

Incorporate AI risk and governance considerations, including generative AI, agentic AI, model risk, bias, transparency, and data privacy, into the audit strategy.

Introduce AI-enabled tools, data analytics, and automation to expand audit coverage, improve efficiency, and increase the impact of audit activities.

Implement and administer Workiva while establishing scalable audit processes and reducing manual effort across the function.

Partner with Finance, Legal, Enterprise Risk Management, Compliance, IT, Engineering, and Security to strengthen controls and address emerging technology risks.

Serve as a trusted advisor to technology and data leaders, helping shape effective control environments within increasingly complex and AI-enabled systems.

Requirements

12–15 years of progressive professional experience, including at least 5 years leading IT risk-based audit programs within a high-growth, global organization.

Demonstrated experience building or significantly developing a risk-based Internal Audit function from the ground up, with practical knowledge of IIA Standards.

Strong track record delivering risk-based IT audits in fast-paced technology environments with evolving risks and competing priorities.

Deep understanding of technology risk, cloud environments, data platforms, cybersecurity controls, and emerging technology governance.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce executive-ready audit reports and communicate complex technical issues clearly.

Strong business judgment and the ability to connect technical findings to broader organizational risks, priorities, and business outcomes.

Collaborative and relationship-oriented leadership style, with the ability to influence stakeholders across technical and non-technical functions.

Experience using data analytics, automation, and emerging technologies to improve audit effectiveness and efficiency.

Strong people leadership, coaching, project management, prioritization, and organizational skills.

CISA, CRISC, or CIA certification is strongly preferred.

Benefits

Competitive location-based base salary ranging from $204,000 to $258,500 USD , depending on work location, experience, skills, and other relevant factors.

New-hire equity grant and eligibility for annual equity refresh grants.

Competitive benefits designed to support employees across different U.S. locations.

Flexible work arrangements through a remote-first approach that allows employees to work where they are most effective.

Opportunities to work with senior leaders and influence technology, risk, and audit strategy at an organizational level.

Professional growth opportunities within a rapidly evolving technology environment.

An inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.

Opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and advanced analytics to modernize Internal Audit practices.

Regular opportunities to collaborate and build community while maintaining flexibility in where work is performed.

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