Internal Audit IT Analyst

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At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. It’s a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of us, every day, as we build the emerging onchain platform — and with it, the future global financial system.

While many roles at Coinbase are remote-first, we are not remote-only. In-person participation is required throughout the year. Team and company-wide offsites are held multiple times annually to foster collaboration, connection, and alignment. Attendance is expected and fully supported.

This role is focused on global IT and security related audits and is based in the United States (Remote). The role reports to an Internal Audit IT Senior Manager and is responsible for executing all aspects of audits, providing independent testing and audit coverage of technology, products and information security globally at Coinbase. Coverage includes information and cyber security areas, infrastructure, platforms and applications, and governance over information technology and security.

Responsibilities

• Execute information technology and security related audits end-to-end (planning, stakeholder management, fieldwork execution, reporting, validation of remediated findings).
• Develop next-generation audit practices as part of a global internal audit team.
• Assess effectiveness of internal control structure and prepare audit reports for executive-level audiences, ensuring findings are documented and supported by evidence.
• Develop customized solutions to issues identified during audits.
• Manage and support internal audit staff and perform ad-hoc investigations/audits/reviews as required.
• Track and evaluate adequacy and timeliness of management responses and corrective actions; validate remediation activities.
• Lead periodic control certifications for documented controls; validate effectiveness of control functions.
• Establish and maintain trusted relationships with business unit management across all levels.
• Work closely with first and second lines of defense to maximize testing efficiencies and control review coverage.
• Assist in preparation of materials for the Audit Committee and Board of Directors and respond to regulatory inquiries related to internal audit matters.
• Communicate and educate process owners (including non-finance individuals) on controls and the role of Internal Audit.
• Promote innovative approaches to executing projects and improving internal processes/technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, related IT/security fields, accounting, or related fields.
• 3+ years of experience in internal audit with a heavy focus on technology, IT and information security audit; or experience in first line, operational, technology, software development, and security fields.
• Excellent understanding of cloud-based technology stacks, software and application development lifecycle (SDLC), cloud configurations and security services, and enterprise technology operations, maintenance and oversight risks and controls.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills with high standards for quality, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proven project management skills; ability to juggle multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Self-driven, able to work independently and in teams; experience working in a fast-paced organization.
• Excellent understanding of data analysis techniques.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Google Suite or Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Basic scripting experience in languages such as Python, Ruby, etc.

Nice to haves

• Professional internal audit / IT / security qualification (e.g., CISA, CFE) or comprehensive working knowledge of Chartered Institute of Internal Auditor practices.
• Understanding of international regulatory requirements related to information technology and security.
• Understanding of crypto, payments and/or financial services industry and experience auditing information systems and controls.
• Experience with out-sourced or co-sourced internal audit functions.
• Entrepreneurial attitude; ability to adapt to rapidly growing start-up complexity and ambiguity.
• Ability to work across functions and time zones.

Pay Range

• $95,030 — $111,800 USD (target annual salary depending on work location). Full-time offers also include bonus eligibility, equity eligibility, and benefits.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Health Savings Account with company contributions
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Wellness stipend, mobile/internet reimbursement, connections stipend
• Volunteer time off, fertility counseling and benefits
• Generous time off / leave policy
• Option to get paid in digital currency

Additional Notes

• Job #: P72519
• Coinbase is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. The role participates in select AI interview pilots; human review is used for decisions affecting employment.