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Director Internal Audit

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site +1

$173K - $260K/yr

The Director of Internal Audit will be part of the CFO's organization's leadership team and take direction from the Audit Committee. The role will be based out of our HQ in Sunnyvale and office ...

Director Internal Audit

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site +1

$173K - $260K/yr

The Director of Internal Audit will be part of the CFO's organization's leadership team and take direction from the Audit Committee. The role will be based out of our HQ in Sunnyvale and office ...

Senior Manager, Internal Audit

Pleasanton, CA · On-site +1

$100K - $137K/yr

Proven ability to lead and develop remote or globally distributed teams. * Excellent written ... Internal Audit operates. * Ability to build trust, influence without authority, and partner ...

Manager, Internal Audit

Santa Clara, CA · On-site +1

$120K - $165K/yr

Minimum qualifications * 7-10 years of proven experience in internal audit, investigations, or compliance in complex, global environments, including demonstrated experience managing or leading audit ...

About The Role The Head of SOX & Internal Audit will establish and lead the Company's SOX compliance program and eventually progress towards establishing the Internal Audit function. This individual ...

Internal Audit Manager - B4

Santa Clara, CA · On-site +1

$116K - $159K/yr

Minimum qualifications * 7-10 years of proven experience in internal audit, investigations, or compliance in complex, global environments, with the ability to exercise judgment on highrisk ...

IT Internal Audit Manager

Hawthorne, CA · On-site +1

$140K - $220K/yr

IT INTERNAL AUDIT MANAGER SpaceX is seeking an IT Internal Audit Manager to lead SOX Information ... remote work will not be considered * Willingness to work long hours and weekends as needed ...

Position: Audit & Controls Specialist (External / Internal SOX) Type: Contract Compensation: $80-$120/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities * Design realistic scenarios from audit work ...

Senior Internal Auditor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$110K - $115K/yr

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Internal Audit, this highly visible role offers the opportunity to work with leaders throughout the business while executing financial, operational, compliance, and ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote internal audit in California is $113,689.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $99,700.00 and $132,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Remote Internal Audit job involves evaluating a company's financial records, risk management processes, and internal controls from a remote location. Auditors use digital tools to assess compliance, identify potential risks, and recommend improvements. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in auditing software. Remote internal auditors often communicate with stakeholders through virtual meetings, emails, and reports to ensure transparency and accuracy.

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To thrive as a Remote Internal Audit professional, you need a solid background in accounting, risk assessment, and audit methodologies, generally supported by a relevant degree and internal audit experience. Familiarity with audit management software, ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, and certifications such as CIA or CPA are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, exceptional written and verbal communication, and self-motivation are standout soft skills for remote work. These abilities are essential to ensure accuracy, maintain regulatory compliance, and independently deliver high-quality audit results from a remote environment.

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Remote Internal Audit professionals often encounter challenges such as limited face-to-face interaction with auditees, difficulty accessing certain on-site documents, and navigating different time zones or company cultures. To address these issues, it's important to leverage robust digital collaboration tools, establish clear communication channels, and plan audit procedures carefully to accommodate remote data access. Building strong virtual relationships with departments and maintaining regular check-ins can help ensure audit objectives are met efficiently. Organizations also often provide training and digital resources to support remote auditors in adapting to these unique aspects of their role.

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Director Internal Audit

Fortinet

Sunnyvale, CA • On-site, Remote

$173K - $260K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Fortinet (FTNT) makes possible a digital world that we can always trust through its mission to protect people, devices, and data everywhere. This is why the world's largest enterprises, service providers, and government organizations choose Fortinet to securely accelerate their digital journey. The Fortinet Security Fabric platform delivers broad, integrated, and automated protections across the entire digital attack surface, securing critical devices, data, applications, and connections from the data center to the cloud to the home office. Fortinet is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California with offices around the world. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a challenging and rewarding environment for the best and the brightest.

Why Join Fortinet?

  • A global leader in cybersecurity with an innovative and high-performance culture.
  • Work in a dynamic, fast-growing company where everyone makes an impact and teamwork is key.
  • Opportunity to develop your career in a highly international environment.
  • Help reinvent how business run and deploy technology in all functions in a secure manner.

The Role:

Fortinet is insourcing its internal audit department. We will continue to leverage external expertise for special audits, but want to establish an internal audit function. The Director of Internal Audit will be part of the CFO's organization's leadership team and take direction from the Audit Committee. The role will be based out of our HQ in Sunnyvale and office attendance is expected. 

The Director of Internal Audit's responsibility will be:

  • Identifying, understanding and documenting processes and procedures surrounding internal controls
  • Monitoring and updating on a continual basis the assessment of the control environment, keeping abreast of significant control issues, trends and developments
  • Identifying and assessing the implementation of new controls as necessary
  • Developing test plans and coordinating the performance of management testing of internal controls required by Sarbanes-Oxley
  • Preparing and updating a comprehensive risk-based audit plan for evaluating the effectiveness of controls in place to manage significant risk exposures, ensure the integrity and reliability of information and financial reporting, safeguard company assets, and comply with laws and regulations
  • Identifying and designing anti-fraud criteria and controls
  • Monitoring and auditing the company's compliance with established internal controls
  • Establishing procedures and plans for conducting internal control audits
  • Reporting findings to senior management and the company's audit committee
  • Conducting internal audits and support investigations as needed. 
  • Coordinating activities with external auditors and advisors to support their audit and review procedures.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of relevant internal audit experience, ideally a mix of Big 4 public accounting firm and multinational corporate internal audit departments. Experience in the technology sector is preferred. 
  • Experience with public companies is required
  • Familiarity with technology platforms, data-driven processes, and emerging AI-enabled solutions. 
  • Experience with Oracle ERP, Saleforce CRM is a plus. Understanding how AI can improve audit efficiency and experience with AI for audits. 
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills as well as a collaborative style to find solutions is required.

Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program. 

Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. Earnings for this position are expected to be  $173,000 - $260,000 Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program, Bonus eligibility is reviewed at time of hire and annually at the Company's discretion

Fortinet makes possible a digital world that we can always trust through its mission to protect people, devices, and data everywhere. This is why the world's largest enterprises, service providers, and government organizations choose Fortinet to securely accelerate their digital journey. The Fortinet Security Fabric platform delivers broad, integrated, and automated protections across the entire digital attack surface, securing critical devices, data, applications, and connections from the data center to the cloud to the home office. Ranking #1 in the most security appliances shipped worldwide, more than 615,000 customers trust Fortinet to protect their businesses. And the Fortinet NSE Training Institute, an initiative of Fortinet's Training Advancement Agenda (TAA), provides one of the largest and broadest training programs in the industry to make cyber training and new career opportunities available to everyone.