Manager IT Audit

The Manager IT Audit will play a key role within Western Digitals Global Internal Audit (IA) organization supporting the delivery of assurance and advisory activities related to technology cybersecurity IT governance and systems implementation. Reporting to the Senior Director IT Audit this role will oversee and execute audits across global operations support the companys SOX program and help strengthen IT risk management practices in alignment with WDs enterprise strategy and Built to Win culture.

The role partners closely with IT Information Security Finance and external auditors to ensure robust IT controls and readiness across WDs technology landscape.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Audit Planning & Execution

• Lead the planning execution and reporting of IT audit engagements across infrastructure applications ITGCs and cybersecurity.
• Conduct IT SOX control testing including ITGCs automated controls (ITACs) IPE and system access reviews across ERP (Oracle) and key business systems.
• Assess system changes configurations and integrations to ensure compliance with WDs IT policies and SOX requirements.
• Identify control deficiencies root causes and actionable recommendations ensuring timely management remediation.
• Support coordination with external auditors (KPMG) to align on scope approach and reliance opportunities.
• Ensure all audit documentation is complete and accurate in AuditBoard in accordance with IA methodology and professional standards.

Risk & Governance

• Partner with Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) to identify and assess technology and cyber risks within the enterprise risk framework.
• Evaluate IT governance and control maturity providing insights on opportunities to enhance policies processes and automation.
• Support audits and advisory reviews over major initiatives such as system implementations cloud transformation AI enablement and system decommissioning.
• Stay informed on evolving IT regulations (e.g. PCAOB SEC data privacy etc.) and industry trends to enhance WDs control posture.

Collaboration & Communication

• Build strong partnerships with IT Information Security Finance and other global functions to promote a culture of risk awareness and control excellence.
• Communicate audit results risk insights and recommendations clearly to management across geographies.
• Work closely with global IA colleagues to ensure consistent methodologies and high-quality execution.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives and special projects as assigned by the CAE or Senior Director.

Leadership & Development

• Provide direction and coaching to staff auditors including WDs India-based resources and co-sourced partners.
• Foster collaboration innovation and continuous improvement within the IT Audit function.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of standardized IT audit programs and best practices within AuditBoard.

Qualifications :

REQUIRED

• Bachelors degree in Information Systems Computer Science Engineering Accounting or a related discipline.
• Professional certification preferred: CISA CISSP CISM CIA or equivalent.
• 610 years of progressive IT audit IT risk or technology assurance experience (public company or Big Four experience preferred).
• Hands-on experience auditing ERP systems (Oracle) ITGCs ITACs IPE and cybersecurity programs.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms identity management and data governance processes.
• Strong understanding of IT SOX control testing evidence evaluation and external auditor coordination.

SKILLS

• Experience using AuditBoard or similar GRC/audit management tools is a plus.
• Excellent analytical communication and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced global environment.
• Strong collaboration mindset and ability to work effectively with geographically dispersed teams (U.S. India and Asia).
• Occasional travel (domestic and international) may be required.

Additional Information :

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race color ancestry religion (including religious dress and grooming standards) sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions breastfeeding or related medical conditions) gender (including a persons gender identity gender expression and gender-related appearance and behavior whether or not stereotypically associated with the persons assigned sex at birth) age national origin sexual orientation medical condition marital status (including domestic partnership status) physical disability mental disability medical condition genetic information protected medical and family care leave Civil Air Patrol status military and veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees our company our customers and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at to advise us of your accommodation your email please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Based on our experience we anticipate that the application deadline will be 02/13/2025 (3 months from posting) although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline we will update this.

Compensation & Benefits Details

• An employees pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills ability knowledge of the job; (3) performance contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs.
• The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting.  We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California Colorado New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California Colorado and New York.  This range may be modified in the future.
• If your position is non-exempt you are eligible for overtime pay pursuant to company policy and applicable laws.  You may also be eligible for shift differential pay depending on the shift to which you are assigned.

• You will be eligible to be considered for bonuses under either Western Digitals Short Term Incentive Plan (STI Plan) or the Sales Incentive Plan (SIP) which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance depending on your role and your performance. You may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan. Please note that not all roles are eligible to participate in the LTI program and not all roles are eligible for equity under the LTI plan. RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires subject to Western Digitals Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards.

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D legal plan pet insurance critical illness accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program; employee stock purchase plan; and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan.
• Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus commission benefits or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Companys sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole discretion consistent with the law.

Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests please report it immediately to Western Digital Ethics Helpline or email .

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time