Manager - IT Audit

Overview

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. Western Digital is a company of problem solvers, providing technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers under our Western Digital®, WD® and ™ Professional brands. We are a key partner to many of the world’s largest and highest-growth organizations, enabling systems to make cities safer, powering data centers behind major companies and hyperscale cloud providers, and meeting the data storage needs of the AI era.

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

Job Description

The Manager, IT Audit, will support Western Digital’s Global Internal Audit (IA) organization by delivering 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 in alignment with WD’s enterprise strategy and “Built to Win” culture.

The role partners with IT, Information Security, Finance, and external auditors to ensure robust IT controls and readiness across WD’s technology landscape.

• Audit Planning & Execution:
  Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of IT audit engagements across infrastructure, applications, ITGCs, and cybersecurity.
• IT SOX testing:
  Conduct IT SOX control testing, including ITGCs, automated controls (ITACs), IPE, and system access reviews across ERP (Oracle) and key business systems.
• Compliance:
  Assess system changes, configurations, and integrations to ensure compliance with WD’s IT policies and SOX requirements.
• Issue management:
  Identify control deficiencies, root causes, and actionable recommendations, ensuring timely management remediation.
• External coordination:
  Support coordination with external auditors (KPMG) to align on scope, approach, and reliance opportunities.
• Documentation:
  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 policies, processes, and automation improvements.
• 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) and industry trends to enhance WD’s control posture.

• Build strong partnerships with IT, Information Security, Finance, and other global functions to promote risk awareness and control excellence.
• Communicate audit results and recommendations clearly to management across geographies.
• Work 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.

REQUIRED

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