Senior Director, Internal Audit

GitLab

Senior Director strengthening GitLab’s internal audit and enterprise risk management. Leading distributed audit teams, SOX compliance, risk-based planning, and Audit Committee reporting for a DevSecOps platform.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $203,200 - $345,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in internal audit and enterprise risk management, with a focus on risk assessment, internal controls, and audit planning. Proven ability to lead and coach distributed teams while effectively communicating with senior stakeholders and managing audit activities.

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Internal Audit LeadershipEnterprise Risk ManagementRisk Assessment and PrioritizationCertified Internal AuditorData Analysis and Reporting

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Hard Skills

Audit PlanningRoot Cause AnalysisInternal ControlsQuality Assurance ProgramRisk Mitigation StrategiesStakeholder CommunicationAudit Lifecycle ManagementArtificial Intelligence UtilizationData Analytical ToolsRisk Indicator Mapping

Soft Skills

Coaching and LeadershipProfessional JudgmentProblem-SolvingResource PlanningClear Communication

Tools & Technologies

GitLabAnalytical Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Internal AuditorCertified Information Systems AuditorChartered AccountantCertified Public AccountantMaster of Business Administration

Industry Keywords

Sarbanes-OxleySoftware IndustryInternal Audit MethodologyEnterprise Risk Management ActivitiesAudit Committee Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to the Vice President, Internal Audit, and help strengthen GitLab's Internal Audit function
Evolve and operationalize GitLab's Internal Audit methodology, including responsible use of artificial intelligence, stakeholder communications, and consistent templates
Plan and lead risk-based operational audits delivering recommendations for strategic, business, compliance, and emerging risks
Lead, coach, and resource a distributed team to deliver audits and related projects against milestones, priorities, and outcomes
Facilitate enterprise risk management activities, including emerging-risk discussions, key risk indicator mapping, risk assessments, and risk acceptance oversight
Partner with business leaders and the Vice President, Internal Audit, to prioritize audit work, share risk insights, and support risk mitigation
Oversee the Sarbanes-Oxley testing program and partner with the SOX PMO, second line teams, and external auditors
Implement and maintain a Quality Assurance and Improvement Program aligned to Institute of Internal Auditors standards
Lead reporting for the Audit Committee and senior management
Deliver special projects and other critical Internal Audit initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience leading internal audit work and managing a significant portfolio of audit activities
Expertise in audit and enterprise risk management, including risk assessment, prioritization, internal controls, root cause analysis, and audit planning
Experience building, coaching, and leading distributed teams through clear priorities, milestones, and outcomes
Ability to assess audit scope and quality through a risk-based, business-focused lens and develop practical recommendations
Experience advising senior stakeholders and functional leaders on risk and mitigation
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Strong resource planning, prioritization, professional judgment, and problem-solving skills across multiple audits and projects
Experience using data, analytical tools, and GitLab throughout the audit lifecycle
Practical approach to improving established processes, including thoughtful use of artificial intelligence
Relevant education, credentials, or equivalent experience in accounting, finance, audit, or risk management are valued
Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor, Chartered Accountant, Certified Public Accountant, and Master of Business Administration credentials are valued
Software industry experience is valued

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits to support your health, finances, and well-being
Flexible Paid Time Off
Team Member Resource Groups
Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Growth and Development Fund
Parental Leave