Director, IT Audit

Job Description:

Remitly's vision is to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders. Since 2011, we have been tirelessly delivering on our promises to people who send money around the world. Today, we are reimagining global financial services and building products that extend beyond traditional barriers to give customers access to more of the services they need, no matter where they call home. Join over 2,700 employees worldwide who are growing their careers with purpose and connection with our customers while having a positive impact on millions of people around the globe.

About the Role:

We are looking for an accomplished and experienced Director of IT Audit to lead our global IT audit team. Reporting to the VP of Internal Audit, you will lead risk assessments, planning, execution, and delivery of audits and advisory projects covering technology, cybersecurity, data governance, and system controls across the enterprise. This role partners with senior leaders in IT, Information Security, the SOX PMO, external auditors, and regulators to provide independent assurance and actionable insights that strengthen the company's technology risk management practices. As the Director of IT Audit, you will help develop the department's processes and methodologies to align with professional standards, regulatory expectations, and best practices. This role is based in Seattle, WA.

You will:

• You will report directly to the VP of Internal Audit and lead a globally dispersed team.

• Mature and build a comprehensive IT audit plan and related reporting and monitoring that is responsive to the regulatory, cybersecurity, and operational risks of the company.

• Guide process improvements to build a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the department. Incorporate leading practices related to risk assessment, audit process development, use of artificial intelligence-enabled audit tools, and data analytics.

• Lead the SOX IT testing partnering with the SOX PMO and external auditors.

• You will spend at least three days in the Seattle office/week (relocation assistance is available).

• Domestic and International travel is required, approx. 5 - 15%.

You have:

• 10+ years of experience in IT audit, with a focus on SOX, IT systems, infrastructure, and applications with 4+ years of global leadership experience.

• Professional audit certification, such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CPA, etc.

• Knowledge of IT audit frameworks, standards, and regulations, such as ISO-27001, NIST, SOX, etc.

• Experience leading an internal audit Data Analytics program.

• Experience auditing IT systems, infrastructure, and applications, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, SDLC, etc.

Compensation Details. The starting base salary range for this position is typically $165,000-$200,000. In the U.S., Remitly employees are shareholders in our Company and equity is part of our total compensation plan. Your recruiter can share more information about medical benefits offered, as well as other financial benefits and total compensation components offered with this role.

Our Benefits:

• Flexible paid time off

• Health, dental, and vision + 401k plan with company matching

• Paid parental, medical, military and family care leave

• Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Continuing education and travel benefits

We are committed to nondiscrimination across our global organization and in all of our business operations. Employment is determined based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including a woman's potential to get pregnant, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability (including the use of a trained dog guide or service animal), HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.

Remitly is an E-Verify Employer

Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.