We want people who are passionate high performing team players who can take new challenges and go the extra mile.

The Senior IT Internal Auditor will assist in executing DigitalOcean’s public company SOX program and partner with DO teams to help mature and sometimes establish the company’s internal control environment. Additionally, this role will work alongside other team members to perform non-SOX operational audits. The ideal candidate for this position will be someone who has relevant prior experience (such as IT Audit & SOX) and is comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced, technical environment. This position reports directly to the Manager, IT Audit & Risk. We only hire the best to these teams, and your work will have an impact on the future success of this rapidly growing company.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Be part of the team, collaborating cross-functionally within the company to mature and sometimes establish the internal control environment and SOX compliance, specifically focused on ITGC (IT General Controls), ITAC (IT Application Controls), and KR (Key Reports).
Work collaboratively with the manager, other team members, and control owners on the design of internal controls and maintain the risk and control matrix within AuditBoard.
Execute walkthroughs to validate the design of controls independently.
Perform periodic testing to assess the operating effectiveness of controls, including buildout of test plans and audit workpapers within AuditBoard.
Prepare audit documentation request lists, coordinate with control owners, and track request status.
Perform end to end process and/or system walkthroughs, where needed, build flows in flowchart format.
Where needed, prepare control training materials to help educate those responsible for performing control activities
As needed, review policies and/or provide recommendations to policy owners on enhancement opportunities.
Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders as they address control deficiencies or make significant process changes (e.g., implementation of new systems).
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with process owners and stakeholders in various departments effectively, to increase awareness of the importance of risk and controls, and the role of Internal Audit.
Participate in non-SOX operational audits on non-financial operational processes and risk areas, including the development of the audit plan, audit report and data analytics using Google Data Studio, Power BI, Looker, Tableau or equivalent.
Analyze company data to make recommendations on potential process improvements. Abstract complexity between business and IT topics to drive operational efficiency.
Work closely with, and provide mentorship to, junior team members, and develop an effective strategy in utilizing co-sourced/offshore resources to meet the internal audit mission and objectives.
Live by the DO values including DO BOLD: We think big, bold, and scrappy, and DO FAST: We operate with a bias for action.

What You’ll Add to DigitalOcean:

Experience:

3-4 years or more of relevant experience – prior public accounting (Big 4) experience preferred, external and/or internal audit experience within the technology or computer software industry.
Experience with leading, planning, scoping, testing and reporting for a full year SOX program in current or previous roles.
Experience with leading the planning, scoping, execution and reporting of non-SOX operational audits, including the ability to frequently research unfamiliar topics for the purpose of conducting an effective audit.
Data analytics skills with experience in using Google Data Studio, Power BI, Looker, Tableau or equivalent. Ability or willingness to work with scripting languages (e.g. Python) in conjunction with delivering assigned audit work.
Strong knowledge of IT practices, including applications and infrastructure, security and vulnerability assessments, change management for homegrown product and billing platforms, and IT risk assessment.
Proven understanding of concepts related to ITGCs, IT application controls, key reports, SOC1/SOC2s, and technology risks.
Proficient in conducting reviews of highly technical areas including current/emerging technologies and key layers of IT such as networks, databases, cloud services and applications, data and cyber security, operating systems, firewalls and third party risks.
Knowledge of external leading risk and controls frameworks such as COBIT (Control Objectives for Information and related Technology) or COSO, NIST, and ISO27000.
Experience working with publicly traded High Growth or Technology companies.

Role Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in an appropriate field.
Professional certification such as CIA or CISA is preferred.
Advanced user of software such as Google Business Applications (docs, sheets and slides), Google Data Studio, Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), NetSuite, Coupa, AuditBoard and Visio or LucidChart.
Proficiency in the English language both spoken and written.
Self-starter who demonstrates initiative, curiosity to learn, and displays a high energy level.
Strong organization skills, ability to prioritize one’s workload and clearly communicate status, and follow up as needed.
High degree of attention to detail.
A flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learning, willingness and ability to take the initiative to seek education and training materials on new or unfamiliar material.
Strong skills and discipline to work independently and with a high degree of autonomy in a remote/hybrid work environment where collaboration with others is primarily accomplished within a written (Slack/Email) and video conferencing (Google Meet/Zoom) environment.
Ability to work remotely at your home office 3-4 days a week, and in-person at our new Broomfield, Colorado office 1-2 days a week.

Why You’ll Like Working for DigitalOcean

We innovate with purpose. You’ll be a part of a cutting-edge technology company with an upward trajectory, who are proud to simplify cloud and AI so builders can spend more time creating software that changes the world. As a member of the team, you will be a Shark who thinks big, bold, and scrappy, like an owner with a bias for action and a powerful sense of responsibility for customers, products, employees, and decisions.
We prioritize career development. At DO, you’ll do the best work of your career. You will work with some of the smartest and most interesting people in the industry. We are a high-performance organization that will always challenge you to think big. Our organizational development team will provide you with resources to ensure you keep growing. We provide employees with reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education. All employees have access to LinkedIn Learning's 10,000+ courses to support their continued growth and development.
We care about your well-being. Regardless of your location, we will provide you with a competitive array of benefits to support you from our Employee Assistance Program to Local Employee Meetups to flexible time off policy, to name a few. While the philosophy around our benefits is the same worldwide, specific benefits may vary based on local regulations and preferences.
We reward our employees. The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $125,000 based on market data, relevant years of experience, and skills. You may qualify for a bonus in addition to base salary; bonus amounts are determined based on company and individual performance. We also provide equity compensation to eligible employees, including equity grants upon hire and the option to participate in our Employee Stock Purchase Program.
We value diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer, and recognize that diversity of thought and background builds stronger teams and products to serve our customers. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

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