The Manager, IT Audit, will play a key role within Western Digital’s 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 company’s SOX program, and help strengthen IT risk management practices in alignment with WD’s 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 WD’s 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 WD’s IT policies and SOX requirements.
• Identify control deficiencies, root causes, and actionable recommendations, ensuring timely management remediation.
• Support coordination with external auditors to align on scope, approach, and reliance opportunities.
• Ensure all audit documentation is complete and accurate in Audit Board 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 WD’s 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 WD’s 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 Audit Board.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification preferred: CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

• 9+ years progressive IT audit, IT risk, or technology assurance experience

• Hands-on experience auditing ERP systems (Oracle), ITGCs, ITACs, I

• PE, 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 Audit Board 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.

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 person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s 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 jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In 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.

WD 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.

WD 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 jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In 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.

Notice To Candidates:

Please be aware that WD 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 WD Ethics Helpline or email compliance@wdc.com.

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