
IT Audit Manager
Western Digital
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: San Jose • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $134,800 - $179,700 per year
Tech Stack
About the role
- Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of IT audit engagements across infrastructure, applications, ITGCs, and cybersecurity.
- Conduct IT SOX control testing, including ITGCs, automated controls (ITACs), IPE, and system access reviews across ERP (Oracle) and key business systems.
- Assess system changes, configurations, and integrations to ensure compliance with WD’s IT policies and SOX requirements.
- Identify control deficiencies, root causes, and actionable recommendations, ensuring timely management remediation.
- Support coordination with external auditors (KPMG) to align on scope, approach, and reliance opportunities.
- Ensure all audit documentation is complete and accurate in AuditBoard in accordance with IA methodology and professional standards.
- Partner with Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) to identify and assess technology and cyber risks within the enterprise risk framework.
- Evaluate IT governance and control maturity, providing insights on opportunities to enhance policies, processes, and automation.
- Support audits and advisory reviews over major initiatives such as system implementations, cloud transformation, AI enablement, and system decommissioning.
- Stay informed on evolving IT regulations (e.g., PCAOB, SEC, data privacy, etc.) and industry trends to enhance WD’s control posture.
- Build strong partnerships with IT, Information Security, Finance, and other global functions to promote a culture of risk awareness and control excellence.
- Communicate audit results, risk insights, and recommendations clearly to management across geographies.
- Participate in cross-functional initiatives and special projects as assigned by the CAE or Senior Director.
- Provide direction and coaching to staff auditors, including WD’s India-based resources and co-sourced partners.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Accounting, or a related discipline.
- Professional certification preferred: CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, or equivalent.
- Progressive IT audit, IT risk, or technology assurance experience (public company or Big Four experience preferred).
- Hands-on experience auditing ERP systems (Oracle), ITGCs, ITACs, IPE, and cybersecurity programs.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms, identity management, and data governance processes.
- Strong understanding of IT SOX control testing, evidence evaluation, and external auditor coordination.
- Experience using AuditBoard or similar GRC/audit management tools is a plus.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.
- Strong collaboration mindset and ability to work effectively with geographically dispersed teams (U.S., India, and Asia).
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid vacation time
- Paid sick leave
- Medical/dental/vision insurance
- Life, accident and disability insurance
- Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Employee assistance program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
IT auditITGCsITACsIPEcybersecurityERPcloud transformationdata governanceevidence evaluationIT SOX control testing
Soft Skills
analytical skillscommunication skillsproject managementcollaborationrisk awarenesscoachingleadershipproblem-solvingtime managementadaptability
Certifications
CISACISSPCISMCIA