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NotionNotionSan Francisco, CA

Lead, IT Audit

Lead IT Audit role owning the full IT SOX lifecycle, designing technology controls, and executing operational IT/cybersecurity audits in a SaaS environment. Requires 12+ years experience, deep SOX and cybersecurity knowledge, cloud/DevOps fluency, and a builder mindset to embed scalable controls and leverage AI for efficiency.

185k – 220k/yr
Hybrid12+ YOEOther

About the role

What You'll Achieve

  • Own the full IT SOX lifecycle — scoping, risk assessment, documentation, walkthroughs, testing, deficiency evaluation, remediation, and reporting — driving automation and efficiency across IT general controls (ITGCs) and IT application controls (ITACs)
  • Design, operate, and continuously improve technology controls spanning user access and segregation of duties, change management, SDLC and CI/CD pipelines, interfaces, data flows, and system-generated reports
  • Design and execute value-added operational IT and cybersecurity audits — across cloud infrastructure, security operations, identity and access management, data protection and privacy, disaster recovery and resilience, and vendor and third-party risk — while driving enterprise-level technology risk assessment that anticipates emerging risks before they materialize
  • Serve as a strategic advisor on cross-functional initiatives (product launches, new systems, architecture changes, M&A) and as the primary point of contact for external auditors, ensuring sound controls are built in from day one and audit evidence is complete, clear, and timely
  • Own IT control deficiencies from identification through sustained remediation while partnering with and educating system owners to build a culture of ownership and accountability
  • Champion the adoption of AI and modern tooling — from automated control testing and anomaly detection to continuous monitoring and AI-assisted documentation — to make the IT audit function smarter, faster, and more forward-looking

Skills You'll Need to Bring

  • 12+ years of progressive IT audit, IT SOX, or technology risk experience, with a combination of Big 4 and high-growth technology company experience
  • Deep, hands-on ownership of IT SOX/ITGC programs, with a strong understanding of PCAOB standards, SEC requirements, and frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, NIST, and ITIL
  • Demonstrated experience designing and leading operational IT audits end to end — including annual planning, risk-based scoping, fieldwork, and reporting — across areas such as IT operations, infrastructure resilience, disaster recovery and business continuity, capacity and availability management, and IT vendor and third-party risk
  • Strong cybersecurity audit experience with working fluency in frameworks and regulations such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and CCPA, and the ability to translate them into practical, testable controls
  • Software or SaaS industry experience is a must — particularly modern cloud-based technology stacks (AWS, GCP, Azure), software development lifecycles, and complex data flows — paired with strong technical knowledge across cloud security configurations, identity and access management, change management, DevOps and CI/CD pipelines, and enterprise IT operations risks and controls
  • Process leadership — a track record of building functions, designing new processes and policies, and driving continuous improvement
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or a related field; CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, CPA, or equivalent certification required
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical and audit topics into clear language and influence partners across all levels of the organization

Skills

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