IT Internal Audit Manager
About The Position
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SpaceX is seeking an IT Internal Audit Manager to lead SOX Information Technology General Controls (ITGC) and IT-focused audits. This is a hands-on role that will plan and execute software development lifecycle audit work and partner with IT, Engineering, and Finance teams on control design and operating effectiveness during system changes across both packaged and in-house applications.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- 6+ years of audit experience
Nice To Haves
- 7+ years of progressive IT audit, IT risk, or IT compliance experience
- Internal audit experience from Big 4
- “Run it like you own it” mentality with the ability to thrive in a high paced, ever-changing environment
- Strong analytical problem solving and project management skills
- Public company experience (or equivalent large, complex organization experience) with strong SOX 404 ITGC testing experience
- Solid understanding of risk assessment methodologies, internal control frameworks, and audit standards (IIA, ISACA)
- Professional certifications: CISA (strongly preferred); CISSP, CIA, CISM, CRISC, or equivalent
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end IT audits with primary focus on IT General Controls (access management, change management, IT operations, logical security, backup/recovery, and related domains)
- Evaluate execute software development lifecycle controls across the full lifecycle (requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, maintenance), in modern delivery environments
- Design and execute risk-based audit programs covering application controls, infrastructure, cloud environments, data integrity, and system implementations
- Perform and oversee SOX 404 ITGC testing and related walkthroughs; assess control design and operating effectiveness
- Identify control gaps, root causes, and emerging technology risks; develop practical, risk-ranked recommendations and track remediation to closure
- Collaborate with process owners and engineers to strengthen the control environment and provide consultative guidance on control design during system implementations and process changes
- Stay current on relevant frameworks, regulations, and technology trends (SOX, COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001, etc.) and incorporate them into audit approaches
- Support special projects, investigations, and continuous monitoring initiatives as needed
- Manage relations with external auditors to ensure deadlines are being met
- Deliver clear reporting to leadership
Benefits
- Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Various other discounts and perks
- 3 weeks of paid vacation
- 10 or more paid holidays per year
- Paid sick leave
- Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards
- Potential discretionary bonuses
- Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
