Director, IT Internal Audit

Who you are

You have extensive experience in IT audit and compliance, ideally with a focus on SOX compliance and risk management. Your background includes leading teams and collaborating with senior leadership across various departments, including IT, Engineering, and Finance. You possess a strong understanding of internal controls and governance frameworks, and you are adept at building high-performing teams that deliver measurable impact. You are a strategic thinker who can balance technical expertise with hands-on leadership, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Desirable

Experience in a technology-driven environment is a plus, as is familiarity with IT governance frameworks and risk assessment processes. You have a proven track record of developing and implementing compliance strategies that scale with business growth. Your ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels will be key to your success in this role.

What you'll do

In this role, you will lead the global IT audit team at Databricks, establishing and owning relationships with senior Engineering and IT partners as their strategic risk advisor. You will be responsible for designing and driving the IT SOX program, overseeing risk-based IT audit initiatives, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will develop, implement, and maintain the IT SOX compliance strategy and framework, focusing on scalability and establishing a common control framework. Additionally, you will implement an IT risk assessment process and develop the annual IT internal audit plan, ensuring it aligns with business objectives.

You will also mentor and guide your team of risk and control professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and value-based audits. Your role will involve collaborating with executives across IT, Engineering, Security, Accounting, Finance, and Business Operations to build a robust IT internal control framework. You will serve as the primary liaison to senior leadership on IT risk, SOX compliance, and IT governance, providing insight and direction on risk management.

What we offer

Databricks offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on the organization. You will have visibility at the highest levels of the company and the opportunity to shape the IT audit function. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Join us in our mission to empower organizations with data and analytics, and help us build a high-performing team that drives value for our customers.