IT Internal Audit Manager

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Ready to be pushed beyond what you think you’re capable of?

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.

To achieve our mission, we’re seeking a very specific candidate. We want someone who is passionate about our mission and who believes in the power of crypto and blockchain technology to update the financial system. We want someone who is eager to leave their mark on the world, who relishes the pressure and privilege of working with high caliber colleagues, and who actively seeks feedback to keep leveling up. We want someone who will run towards, not away from, solving the company’s hardest problems.

Our work culture is intense and isn’t for everyone. But if you want to build the future alongside others who excel in their disciplines and expect the same from you, there’s no better place to be.

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 will be remote from the United Kingdom and reports to an Internal Audit IT Senior Manager. The individual will execute all aspects of audits, providing independent testing and audit coverage of technology, products and information security globally at Coinbase, with primary focus on EMEA IT and security related audits. Coverage includes information and cyber security areas, infrastructure, platforms and applications, and governance over information technology and security. The individual should have audit experience within one of: Information Security, IT governance, risk management or application security.

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Responsibilities

• Develop next generation audit practices as part of a global internal audit team and working closely with the EMEA IT audit portfolio.
• Understand local EMEA regulatory requirements relevant to information technology, security and financial services applicable to Coinbase.
• Support Coinbase’s internal audit plan through end-to-end execution of IT and security related audits: audit planning, stakeholder management, fieldwork execution, reporting and validation of remediated audit findings.
• Develop audit reports on the effectiveness of the internal control structure for executive audiences; ensure 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's responses and corrective actions, including validation of remediation activities.
• Stay current on regulatory requirements, internal control, technology, security, business, and company products.
• Assist preparing internal audit materials for the Audit Committee and Board of Directors.
• Lead periodic control certifications for documented controls.
• Establish and maintain trusted relationships with business unit management across levels.
• Work closely with first and second lines of defense to maximize meeting utility, testing efficiencies and coverage.
• Serve as an advisory function to business partners to address audit findings and improve technology, security and operational performance while maintaining 3rd Line of Defense independence.
• Assist with responses to regulatory inquiries related to internal audit matters.
• Communicate and educate process owners, including non-finance individuals, on the importance of controls and the role of Internal Auditor.
• Promote innovative approaches to executing projects and internal infrastructure improvements focused on process or technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, management information systems, related IT/security fields, accounting or related fields.
• 7+ years of experience in internal audit with heavy focus on technology, IT and information security audit; OR experience in first line, operational, technology, software development, and security fields.
• 1+ year in an internal auditing manager position managing processes and procedures.
• 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; high standards for quality, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proven project management skills and ability to juggle multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; stakeholder management experience.
• Self-driven with ability to work independently and in a team; 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 coding languages such as Python, Ruby, etc.

Nice to haves

• Professional Internal Audit / IT / Security qualification (e.g., CISA, CFE) or knowledge of Chartered Institute of Internal Auditor practice.
• Understanding of international regulatory requirements related to IT and security.
• Understanding of crypto, payments and/or financial services industry and experience auditing information systems and controls.
• Entrepreneurial attitude and ability to adapt to a rapidly growing start-up.
• Experience with an outsourced or co-sourced internal audit function.
• Ability to work across functions and time zones.

Benefits

• Private medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision / Eye Care vouchers
• Life assurance benefit
• Disability / Income protection
• Workplace pension scheme
• Travel medical policy - Global Traveler
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Wellness stipend
• Mobile / Internet reimbursement
• Connections stipend
• Learning and development allowance
• Employee assistance program
• Fertility benefits
• Generous time off / leave policy

Compensation

The target annual salary for this position can range as detailed below. Full time offers from Coinbase also include target bonus + target equity + benefits (including medical, dental, and vision).

Pay Range: £95,490 — £106,100 GBP