senior internal auditor, IT Audit

Starbucks Coffee Company • Seattle, WA

1d • $92,500 - $138,800 • Hybrid

About The Position

This job contributes to Starbucks success by planning and performing audits of technology and operational data and processes to verify compliance with established standards and controls, and to identify process improvement opportunities. Models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles. A successful senior IT internal auditor at Starbucks is a self-starter, adept at solving problems, and able to collaborate with business stakeholders effectively. You should have strong problem-solving and communication skills, and a solid track record of evaluating technology controls and IT SOX.

Requirements

• 4 years of progressive experience in IT Audit, IT Risk Management, or Technology compliance
• Demonstrated knowledge of internal IT controls, risks, environments, and test procedures
• Ability to independently execute audit tests and evaluations with high efficiency and quality
• Hands‑on experience performing IT General Controls and SOX 404 IT audit work in a public company or large corporate environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, with experience presenting audit conclusions to management
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Management Information Systems (MIS), Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Ability to perform risk assessments, design and execute risk-based audit programs, evaluate control design and operating effectiveness
• Deep understanding of IT General Controls (ITGC), Application controls, SDLC and change management processes, Information security concepts (IAM, encryption, vulnerability management, networks)
• Familiarity with leading IT frameworks and standards such as NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, SOC 1 / SOC 2
• Experience supporting and coordinating with external auditors
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy while working under tight deadlines
• Comfort interacting with IT Engineering, Cybersecurity teams, Product teams, and External auditors
• Capability to translate technical concepts into clear, business‑focused risk discussions

Nice To Haves

• Experience in public accounting (Big-4 or national firm) or Internal Audit functions in Fortune 500, large multinational firms with complex technology environments
• Professional certifications (CISA strongly preferred); CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, CISSP, CIA, CISM
• Previous experience auditing Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), SaaS ecosystems, or product‑driven tech stacks
• Proficiency in data analysis tools
• Familiarity with Generative AI techniques to drive efficiencies in audit execution

Responsibilities

• With the support of an Audit Project Lead, perform end‑to‑end IT audit assessments, including test planning, scoping, fieldwork, and reporting
• Independently conduct audit walkthroughs, document business processes and procedures, analyze audit evidence, and identify deficiencies
• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of application, infrastructure, and security controls across complex on‑premise and cloud environments
• Evaluate technology risks related to cybersecurity, system implementations, software development lifecycle controls (SDLC), data privacy, and third‑party risks
• Support and execute SOX 404 IT control testing, including coordination with external auditors and management, and SOX 302 IT procedures
• Translate, in common English, key internal and external IT risks, deficiencies, and trends
• Support creation of audit reports and closing meeting materials and assist with project wrap-up
• Follow up on issue remediation progress, including validating remediation details
• Coordinate and communicate engagement and initiative status

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Paid parental leave
• Family expansion reimbursement
• Paid vacation from date of hire
• Sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked)
• Eight paid holidays
• Two personal days per year
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Discounted company stock program (S.I.P.)
• Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock)
• Incentivized emergency savings
• Financial well-being tools
• 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan
• Student loan management resources
• Access to other educational opportunities
• Backup care
• DACA reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior