Director, IT Internal Audit

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +18 more states.

📋 Description

• Take full responsibility for the delivery of IT audit and advisory engagements from start to finish.

• Utilize independent audit judgment, risk and control frameworks, and thorough root-cause analysis.

• Convert technical findings into clear, actionable narratives suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Evaluate controls and design solutions within AWS, GCP, Datadog, and Okta environments.

• Develop and nurture a high-performing audit team through coaching and development strategies.

• Incorporate AI risk and governance considerations, such as GenAI and agentic AI model risk, bias, transparency, and data privacy, into the auditing process.

• Leverage AI-enabled tools and data analytics to broaden coverage and enhance audit efficiency.

• Implement and manage Workiva for a risk-based Internal Audit framework that aligns with IIA Standards.

• Optimize controls and minimize manual efforts throughout the audit function.

• Foster relationships with Finance, Legal, ERM, Compliance, IT, Engineering, and Security stakeholders.

• Act as a trusted advisor to technology and data teams.

⛳️ Requirements

• 12–15 years of progressive professional experience in relevant fields.

• A minimum of 5 years in a leadership position managing IT risk-based audits at a high-growth, global organization.

• Proven experience in establishing a risk-based Internal Audit function from the ground up.

• Familiarity with IIA Standards and the ability to implement them effectively.

• Experience executing risk-based audits in dynamic, agile technology settings.

• Outstanding written communication skills with the capability to generate executive-level audit reports.

• Proficiency in translating complex technical findings into straightforward, actionable narratives.

• A collaborative, relationship-focused approach with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.

• Extensive technical expertise that translates into meaningful insights.

• CISA, CRISC, or CIA certification is highly preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible work location through Instacart’s Flex First approach.

• Regular in-person events to foster team collaboration.

• New hire equity grant for added financial incentive.

• Annual refresh grants to ensure continued compensation competitiveness.

• Market-competitive compensation and benefits to attract and retain top talent.