Manager - IT Audit

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first‑ever picture of a black hole.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, ™ and San Disk® Professional brands.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest‑growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever‑growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

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.

• 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 (KPMG) 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Accounting,…