Senior IT Internal Auditor

Okta Inc

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Hybrid

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
San Francisco, CA
Salary
$117,000–$160,600 / yr
Posted
52 days ago
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Similar $155k
This role $139k
$108k most similar roles pay here $203k

This role pays less than 66% of similar roles. Most pay $129,950–$180,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $139k versus about $155k for comparable roles.

Based on 239 similar postings.

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About Okta Inc

Okta, Inc. is an American identity and access management company based in San Francisco. It provides cloud software that helps companies manage and secure user authentication into applications, and for developers to build identity controls into applications, websites, web services, and devices.[

Okta Inc currently has 137 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $174,000–$239,000 across 137 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior IT Internal Auditor

As a Senior IT Internal Auditor, you will serve as a technical lead and subject matter resource on an agile team focused on complex technology, cybersecurity, and AI-related audit engagements. You will independently drive audit execution across Technology Data & Insights, Security, and Engineering departments while mentoring junior staff. Your daily responsibilities include performing risk assessments, designing audit programs, executing fieldwork, and identifying systemic root causes of control weaknesses. To succeed, you must leverage data analytics tools like SQL, Python, Tableau, or Power BI, alongside AI-assisted tools such as Claude, NotebookLM, and Gemini. You will navigate the technical landscape of identity and access management, cloud computing, and software development lifecycles to evaluate controls within a high-scale environment. The role addresses critical risks in emerging technologies including generative AI, machine learning models, and automated decisioning systems.

What you'll do

  • Lead technology, cybersecurity, and AI-related risk assessments to define audit scopes and prioritize testing strategies.
  • Design and execute comprehensive, risk-based audit programs tailored to complex technical environments.
  • Evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of controls related to infrastructure, security, and emerging AI technologies.
  • Produce high-quality workpapers and concise audit reports that clearly communicate findings and business impacts to stakeholders.
  • Identify systemic root causes of control weaknesses and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure timely remediation.
  • Provide risk-based advisory support for new system implementations and emerging technology assessments.
  • Mentor junior auditors on audit methodology, workpaper standards, and root cause analysis techniques.
  • Propose improvements to internal audit methodologies, templates, and quality benchmarks.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, STEM, Accounting, or a related field.
  • 3 to 6 years of audit experience with a focus on technology, cybersecurity, or related fields.
  • At least 2 years of audit experience in diverse technology environments including networks, cloud platforms, and infrastructure.
  • At least 2 years of audit experience with technology operational processes such as SDLC, data protection, and identity management.
  • Experience assessing emerging AI risks including generative AI, machine learning models, and automated decisioning.
  • Proficiency in data analytics tools like SQL, Python, Tableau, or Power BI.
  • Strong understanding of IT general controls (ITGCs), IT application controls (ITACs), and frameworks like NIST CSF, COBIT, or ISO 27001.
  • Preferred certifications include CISA, CISM, CISSP, CIA, or CEH.

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