Senior IT Internal Auditor
San Francisco, California
Secure Every Identity, from AI to HumanIdentity is the key to unlocking the potential of AI. Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace this new era. This work requires a relentless drive to solve complex challenges with real-world stakes. We are looking for builders and owners who operate with speed and urgency and execute with excellence.This is an opportunity to do career-defining work. Were all in on this mission. If you are too, lets talk.As a Senior IT Internal Auditor, you will serve as a technical lead and subject matter resource on an agile, high-impact team operating across complex, technology, cybersecurity, and AI-related audit engagements. Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, you will independently drive audit execution across Technology Data & Insights (TDI), Security, Engineering, and cross-functional business stakeholders - with minimal supervision. This role requires a practitioner who can move beyond task execution: you will contextualize control gaps within Oktas broader risk and governance landscape, mentor junior team members, and bring a continuous improvement mindset to everything you deliver. Company Description Okta is the foundation for secure connections between people and technology. By harnessing the power of the cloud, Okta allows people to access applications on any device at any time, while still enforcing strong security protections. It integrates directly with an organizations existing directories and identity systems. Because Okta runs on an integrated platform, organizations can implement the service quickly at large scale and low total cost. Thousands of customers, including Adobe, Allergan, Chiquita, LinkedIn, and Western Union, trust Okta to help their organizations work faster, boost revenue, and stay secure. To learn more about Okta, visit: https://www.okta.com. What You Will Own Audit Planning & Risk Assessment Independently lead technology,cybersecurity, and AI-related risk assessments to identify key enterprise risks, define audit scope, and prioritize testing strategies with limited management direction Design comprehensive, risk-based audit programs and testing procedures tailored to the technology environment. Apply professional judgment in setting audit objectives, sequencing fieldwork, and managing competing priorities across simultaneous engagements Audit Fieldwork & Testing Independently lead process walkthroughs and execute fieldwork in strict alignment with Internal Audit methodology, actively championing methodology standards with limited guidance Evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of key technology, cybersecurity, and AI-related controls Prepare high-quality, self reviewed detailed workpapers that clearly document scope, testing results, evidence, and conclusions; requiring minimal editorial revision Leverage data analytics, AI tools, and emerging technologies to enhance audit efficiency, automate workpapers, and evaluate AI/ML controls and governance Contribute to the identification and documentation of process improvements within the Internal Audit methodology, templates, and testing procedures Reporting & Remediation Pinpoint systemic root causes of control weaknesses and associate those causes with the specific business processes that generated or permitted them - going beyond symptom identification Contextualize audit findings and recommendations within Oktas wider risk, control, and governance environment, providing analysis that contributes to the annual audit opinion Draft clear, concise audit reports that require minimal revision, presenting findings with appropriate business impact framing for management and senior stakeholders Gain independent stakeholder agreement on root cause conclusions and right-sized corrective actions, while maintaining positive client relationships Partner with TDI, Security, Engineering, and cross-functional teams to track and ensure the timely completion of agreed-upon remediation activities Advisory & Collaboration Provide risk-based advisory support to management during business process improvements, new system implementations, or emerging technology assessments Mentor and provide structured guidance to Associate and Staff Auditors on audit methodology, workpaper standards, and root cause analysis techniques Champion Internal Audit methodology standards across the team, identifying and proposing improvements to templates, processes, and quality benchmarks What You Bring Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), Accounting, or a related field 3-6 years of audit experience with a focus on technology, cybersecurity, or related field 2+ years of audit experience in diverse technology environments (e.g. operating systems, networks, public/private cloud, third-party cloud-based applications and platforms) 2+ years of audit experience with technology operational processes (e.g. software development lifecycle, system integration and monitoring, data protection, identity and access management) Experience assessing emerging AI risks (e.g. generative AI, ML models, automated decisioning, AI-enabled third-party services) Demonstrated ability to execute complex audit engagements independently, with minimal supervisory oversight Proven ability to identify and articulate systemic root causes of control deficiencies, linking causes to the business processes that generated them Strong understanding of IT general controls (ITGCs) and IT application controls (ITACs), including cybersecurity, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), access and change management, logging and monitoring, disaster recovery, and cloud computing Technical expertise in IT systems including infrastructure, cybersecurity, and familiarity with IT governance frameworks (e.g. NIST CSF, COBIT, ISO 27001) Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with proficiency in analyzing complex data and extracting meaningful insights Strong written and verbal communication skills, including interviewing skills and the ability to effectively present audit findings with business partners, and minimal revisions on audit reports and workpapers Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Python, Tableau, Power BI, or equivalent) and familiarity with AI-assisted audit tools (e.g., Claude, NotebookLM, Gemini) Excellent interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to independently manage client relationships and gain stakeholder agreement on sensitive findings What Sets You Apart Big 4 public accounting or IT audit advisory experience at a comparable firm Active Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) (strongly preferred); or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Experience auditing within cloud-based or Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) environments - IAM, identity governance, or zero-trust architectures a significant plus Awareness of AI governance, ethics, and emerging risks such as model bias, data privacy, and hallucination Experience contributing to internal audit methodology improvements, templates, or training programs What Success Looks Like Independence : Executes complex engagements start-to-finish with minimal direction; delivers on commitments with a high say/do ratio - what is promised is what is delivered, at the quality level expected Judgment: Distinguishes between a symptomatic finding and a systemic root cause without coaching; defends conclusions with sound argumentation and answers the "why" Risk Management: Applies a structured, process-level approach to risk - forms data- and experience-informed points of view and navigates ambiguity without hesitation Communication: Drafts findings and reports requiring minimal editing; presents independently to business partners with clarity and credibility Problem-Solving Transparency: Articulates their analytical approach - can walk a stakeholder or junior team member through how they reached a conclusion, not just what it is Intellectual Honesty: Demonstrates candor when challenged - comfortable acknowledging knowledge gaps and escalating rather than overreaching on conclusions Stakeholder Navigation: Maintains composure and credibility when findings are contested; resolves conflict without unnecessary escalation Methodology: Champions IA standards actively - identifies improvement opportunities without being asked Intellectual Curiosity: Proactively tracks emerging risks, regulatory changes, and technology shifts relevant to identity and access management - brings new intelligence to the team without being asked Collaboration: Elevates junior team members through structured guidance; viewed as a go-to resource by peers Ownership: Takes end-to-end accountability for assigned engagements - from planning through remediation closure - without requiring follow-up from management Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, cloud-first environment; comfortable with ambiguity and shifting priorities How We Work This role operates in Oktas hybrid work environment. You are expected to go to the San Francisco office two days per week. #LI-hybrid P21169_3499823The annual base salary range for this position for candidates located in the San Francisco Bay area is between:$117,000-$160,600 USDBelow is the annual base salary range for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York and Washington. Your actual base salary will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending account, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave) in accordance with our applicable plans and policies. To learn more about our Total Rewards program please visit: https://rewards.okta.com/us. 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