Palo Alto Senior Manager Internal Audit 

United States, California 

156197257

Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.

Your Career

You will lead cross-functional audit and advisory engagements focused on technology risk, AI governance, and compliance, while partnering with key stakeholders in Engineering, Product, Privacy, InfoSec, and IT. A strong understanding of enterprise technology environments, transformation lifecycle risks, and modern audit practices is critical.

This is a high-visibility role suited for a technology-savvy audit leader with extensive Big Four experience serving large tech clients.

Your Impact

• Lead IT internal audits across critical domains including:

  • System development lifecycle (SDLC)

  • Large-scale system transformation projects

  • AI systems, data governance, and model risk

• Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of ITGCs and ITACs across core systems (e.g., SAP, SFDC, Workday)
• Provide audit coverage and advisory input on product lifecycle controls, engineering transformation initiatives, and IT governance frameworks

• Identify emerging risks and develop recommendations related to:

  • AI usage, model governance, and transparency

  • Data quality, integration, and ownership

• Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and IT teams to review key milestones in platform deployments, migrations, and process automation

• Apply industry best practices and regulatory standards in assessing IT and AI risks:

  • NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF)

  • ISO/IEC 27001, 27701, 22301, 42001 (AI), etc.

  • COBIT, COSO, ITIL

• Contribute to the development of the annual audit plan and deliver high-impact findings to executive stakeholders

Your Experience

• 12+ years of IT operational audit and risk management experience, including significant experience in internal audit and/or public accounting (Big Four background required)
• Demonstrated leadership in auditing SDLC, system implementation, and IT operational processes across large technology environments
• Strong expertise in auditing AI systems, AI model governance, and AI/data governance risks
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent military experience required
• Certifications (required): CISA, CIA, or CISM
• Certifications (preferred): CISSP, CGEIT, or CRISC
• Proficiency in audit tools and risk assessment methodologies
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels
• Must be able to work onsite in Santa Clara, CA at least 3 days per week

You will be part of a dynamic, disruptive, and fast-paced team of highly specialized professionals with varied skill sets across the US and India.

Compensation Disclosure

The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) is expected to be between $138,000/YR - $222,000/YR. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found .

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.