Senior Director, Internal Audit

The role

You will lead the strategy, execution, and evolution of the global IT audit function. This role involves overseeing a portfolio of audits including IT SOX, cybersecurity, data governance, AI governance, and operational technology.

What you will do

• Define and execute a forward-looking IT Internal Audit strategy
• Partner with executive leadership to identify and monitor technology risks
• Shape the annual IT audit plan
• Drive the use of data analytics and automation for audit coverage
• Oversee the global IT SOX compliance program
• Establish and lead the development of AI and ML audit strategy
• Provide strategic oversight of audits focused on data governance, privacy, and information integrity
• Oversee global IT operational audit programs
• Shape and lead the global cybersecurity audit and assurance program
• Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of IT and cybersecurity auditors

Required qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, IT audit, or risk management within a complex, global, fast-paced, technology-driven environment
• Deep technical expertise in IT controls, ITGC, data governance, cybersecurity, cloud architecture, systems implementation, and emerging tech risks (AI/ML, privacy, automation)
• Ability to operationalize IT compliance initiatives and drive execution
• Ability to oversee governance of complex, cross-functional system implementations
• Ability to leverage automation and next-generation technologies to enhance audit efficiency
• Ability to navigate and assess complex technical and control environments
• Proven leadership experience building and leading high-performing, geographically distributed teams and managing third-party co-source providers
• Familiarity with frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, and relevant SOX ITGC requirements
• Experience collaborating across Engineering, Security, and Product functions
• Excellent communication skills and executive presence
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related discipline
• Must be comfortable regularly exercising discretion and independent judgment

Nice to have

• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CPA, or CIA (multiple preferred)

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Wellness benefits
• Commuter benefits match
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 11 paid holidays
• Disability and basic life insurance
• Family-forming assistance
• Mental health program

About the company

DoorDash is a technology and logistics company that started by enabling door-to-door delivery. The company is growing rapidly and expanding in multiple geos and launching new products.