Head of SOX Internal Audit

Cerebras

Head of SOX Internal Audit building compliance and risk programs for Cerebras Systems, which develops large-scale AI chips. Establishing Internal Audit and advising executives and the Audit Committee.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeSunnyvale • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in SOX compliance, Internal Audit leadership, and enterprise risk management, with a strong focus on governance, risk assessment, and control optimization. Proven ability to present findings and strategies to executive leadership and Audit Committees while fostering a high-performing audit team.

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SOX Compliance Program ManagementInternal Audit LeadershipRisk Assessment and ManagementSarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) KnowledgeIT General Controls (ITGCs) Understanding

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Hard Skills

Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting (ICFR)COSO FrameworkAudit MethodologiesData Analytics ImplementationAudit Automation ToolsFinancial ReportingCybersecurity Risk ManagementControl TestingRisk-Control MatricesProcess Inventories

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingExecutive PresenceInfluencing SkillsProject ManagementOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

ERP EnvironmentsNetSuiteOracleSAPAudit Committee Reporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIACISA

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingEnterprise Risk ManagementTechnology IndustrySemiconductorCloud Infrastructure

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish and lead Cerebras Systems' SOX compliance program and progress toward establishing the Internal Audit function
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and the Audit Committee
Provide independent assurance over governance, risk management, internal controls, financial reporting, cybersecurity controls, and operational risk management
Lead annual SOX risk assessments, scoping, materiality considerations, and control rationalization
Oversee narratives, flowcharts, risk-control matrices, and process inventories
Direct walkthroughs, control testing, deficiency evaluation, remediation validation, and management reporting
Coordinate with Finance, IT, Legal, Security, Engineering, and business process owners on ICFR
Monitor remediation and ensure timely resolution of control deficiencies
Drive automation, control optimization, and reduction of manual testing
Support SOX Sections 302 and 404 certification processes
Establish Internal Audit charter, methodology, policies, and annual audit planning
Develop and execute a risk-based audit plan covering financial, operational, technology, cybersecurity, compliance, and strategic risks
Present audit plans, results, risk assessments, and emerging risks to executive leadership and the Audit Committee
Strengthen enterprise risk management and governance processes
Evaluate entity-level controls and the overall control environment
Support fraud risk assessments and monitoring programs
Assess risks related to AI infrastructure, data centers, supply chain, manufacturing, inventory, cybersecurity, export controls, and global operations
Review regulatory compliance programs and provide independent assurance over key obligations
Partner with Legal and Compliance on investigations, whistleblower matters, and governance initiatives
Liaise with external auditors on internal control, SOX, and audit matters
Facilitate Internal Audit and external auditor coordination and reliance strategies
Prepare Audit Committee materials and executive-level reporting
Support Board governance and Audit Committee oversight
Build and manage a high-performing Internal Audit organization and team, including co-sourced providers and consultants
Develop talent, audit methodologies, quality assurance processes, reporting frameworks, and technology-enabled audit capabilities
Identify emerging risks and recommend practical mitigation strategies
Establish sustainable SOX governance, testing methodology, control maturity, remediation management, Internal Audit structure, enterprise risk assessment, and risk-based audit plan

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in Internal Audit, SOX compliance, Risk Advisory, or public accounting
5+ years in leadership roles managing audit teams and enterprise-wide audit programs
Deep knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), COSO Framework, SEC reporting requirements, Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR), Enterprise Risk Management, and IIA Standards
Experience building or transforming Internal Audit and SOX programs at public companies or IPO-stage organizations
Strong understanding of IT general controls (ITGCs), cybersecurity risks, and technology-enabled business processes
Experience presenting to Audit Committees, CFOs, CAOs, and Boards of Directors
Preferred: CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent professional certification
Preferred: Big Four or national public accounting firm experience
Preferred: Semiconductor, hardware, manufacturing, cloud infrastructure, AI, or technology industry experience
Preferred: Experience designing, implementing, and maturing SOX and Internal Audit programs
Preferred: Experience with ERP environments such as NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, or equivalent
Preferred: Experience implementing data analytics and audit automation tools
Executive presence and board-level communication skills
Independent judgment and professional skepticism
Strategic thinking and strong business acumen
Ability to influence across highly technical and cross-functional organizations
Exceptional project management and organizational skills
Strong commitment to integrity, objectivity, and continuous improvement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Job stability with startup vitality
Simple, non-corporate work culture that respects individual beliefs
Opportunities to publish and open source cutting-edge AI research
Continuous learning, growth and support
Equal employment opportunity environment