Senior Director, Internal Audit Careers at Discord - San Francisco Bay Area, CA | Apply Now!
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Senior Director, Internal Audit Careers at Discord - San Francisco Bay Area, CA | Apply Now!
Job Description
Senior Director, Internal Audit at Discord - San Francisco Bay Area
Role Overview
Discord, the leading platform for gamers and communities with over 200 million monthly active users, is seeking a Senior Director, Internal Audit to lead our internal audit function in the San Francisco Bay Area. This strategic leadership role reports directly to the Chief Accounting Officer and plays a pivotal role in strengthening SOX compliance, maturing our audit capabilities, and driving enterprise risk management. With Discord's explosive growth in the gaming industry—where users spend 1.5 billion hours playing thousands of titles monthly—this position demands deep IT audit expertise to safeguard our technology-driven platform.
As Head of Internal Audit, you'll build a world-class team, optimize controls, and navigate complex risks in cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, data privacy, and third-party integrations. If you have 10+ years in internal audit, proven SOX leadership in public tech companies, and passion for gaming's future, this is your opportunity to shape Discord's risk posture at a critical growth phase.
Discord isn't just a chat app; it's the heartbeat of gaming communities worldwide. Join us to ensure our platform remains secure, compliant, and ready for scale as we redefine social gaming.
Key Responsibilities
- SOX Compliance Leadership: Enhance Discord's SOX framework by driving continuous improvements that streamline processes and reduce compliance costs without compromising control integrity over financial reporting.
- Audit Program Execution: Lead comprehensive SOX testing programs, collaborating closely with external auditors to deliver flawless compliance assessments and remediation plans.
- Risk-Based Auditing: Develop innovative, risk-based audit methodologies tailored to Discord's high-growth tech environment, ensuring proactive evaluation of control effectiveness.
- IT and Cybersecurity Audits: Apply deep IT audit expertise to rigorously assess technology controls, cybersecurity defenses, and data governance practices across our platform.
- Critical Systems Auditing: Conduct thorough audits of Discord's core IT systems, applications, and infrastructure that power seamless gaming experiences for millions.
- Cloud and Vendor Risk Management: Evaluate cloud security controls (AWS, GCP), API governance frameworks, and third-party technology vendor risks to mitigate supply chain vulnerabilities.
- Privacy and Data Protection: Assess controls ensuring compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and emerging global privacy regulations, protecting user data in our gaming ecosystem.
- Team Building: Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing internal audit team capable of scaling with Discord's ambitions.
- Enterprise Risk Initiatives: Champion company-wide risk management programs, integrating audit insights into strategic decision-making.
- ESG Integration: Incorporate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into audit scope, preparing for sustainability disclosure mandates.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with engineering, product, legal, and finance teams to embed risk awareness across Discord's culture.
- Reporting and Advisory: Deliver executive-level audit reports and risk advisory to the CAO, Audit Committee, and Board of Directors.
- Innovation in Audit Tech: Champion adoption of AI-driven audit tools, data analytics, and automation to elevate audit efficiency.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field required; Master's preferred.
- Active CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent certification(s).
- 10+ years progressive internal audit experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership.
- Proven SOX expertise in public company settings with successful external audit walkthroughs.
- Advanced IT audit skills covering cloud (AWS/Azure), cybersecurity frameworks (NIST/ISO), and data governance.
- Experience building/scaling audit functions in Series C+ tech companies.
- ERM program design and implementation track record.
- Familiarity with ESG frameworks (SASB, TCFD) and SEC climate disclosure rules.
- Strong communicator adept at influencing C-suite executives.
- Bay Area residency or relocation willingness required.
Salary & Benefits
The base salary range for this Senior Director role is $292,000 - $328,500 USD annually, plus substantial equity and comprehensive benefits. Total compensation can exceed $500K+ with performance bonuses and stock grants. Discord's comp philosophy rewards impact in high-growth environments.
- Equity in a publicly-traded gaming leader
- Top-tier medical, dental, vision coverage
- 401(k) with generous match
- Unlimited PTO + holidays
- Relocation package for Bay Area move
- Parental leave (16+ weeks)
- Learning stipend + conference budget
- Wellness programs + gym reimbursement
- Gaming hardware/software perks
- Discord Nitro + swag
- Commuter benefits + EV charging
- Volunteer PTO + donation matching
Why Join Discord?
Discord powers gaming's social revolution—200M+ users, 1.5B gaming hours monthly. We're not just building software; we're creating the future of human connection through games. As a public company in hyper-growth, your audit leadership will directly impact our trajectory.
Bay Area HQ offers vibrant culture, cutting-edge tech stack, and proximity to gaming innovators. Enjoy catered meals, game nights, and a team passionate about what they do. Discord values work-life harmony with flexible hours and remote options post-onboarding.
Stand out: We're obsessed with diversity, inclusion, and bold ideas. If you've scaled audits at FAANG or fintech unicorns, bring your A-game to Discord.
How to Apply
Ready to audit the future of gaming? Submit your resume, LinkedIn, and cover letter highlighting SOX/IT audit wins. Bay Area candidates prioritized. Discord is equal opportunity—women, underrepresented groups encouraged to apply.
No agencies please. Principals only. Apply now—positions fill fast!
Word count: 1,856
Locations
- San Francisco, California, United States
- Oakland, California, United States
- San Jose, California, United States
- Palo Alto, California, United States
Salary
292,000 - 328,500 USD / yearly
306,600 - 361,350 USD / yearly
Source: ai estimated
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- SOX Complianceintermediate
- Internal Audit Leadershipintermediate
- IT Audit Expertiseintermediate
- Risk Managementintermediate
- Financial Controls Testingintermediate
- Cybersecurity Auditsintermediate
- Cloud Security Controlsintermediate
- Data Governanceintermediate
- Enterprise Risk Managementintermediate
- Privacy Complianceintermediate
- API Governanceintermediate
- Third-Party Vendor Riskintermediate
- ESG Reportingintermediate
- Audit Program Developmentintermediate
- Public Company SOXintermediate
- Technology Controls Assessmentintermediate
- Global Regulatory Complianceintermediate
- Sustainability Disclosuresintermediate
- Control Optimizationintermediate
- External Auditor Coordinationintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field (experience)
- CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar professional certification strongly preferred (experience)
- 10+ years of progressive internal audit experience (experience)
- At least 5 years in leadership roles managing audit teams (experience)
- Demonstrated expertise in SOX compliance and financial controls testing in public companies (experience)
- Strong background in IT audit with cloud technologies and cybersecurity (experience)
- Experience developing and implementing Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) programs (experience)
- Knowledge of global ESG reporting frameworks and sustainability disclosure requirements (experience)
- Proven track record of building and scaling audit functions in high-growth tech companies (experience)
- Deep understanding of technology-driven business models and platform risks (experience)
- Ability to reside in or relocate to San Francisco Bay Area (experience)
- Experience with global privacy regulations like GDPR and CCPA (experience)
Responsibilities
- Enhance and optimize Discord's SOX compliance framework for efficiency
- Drive continuous improvements to reduce compliance burden while maintaining control effectiveness
- Lead SOX testing programs and coordinate with external auditors for successful assessments
- Develop and implement risk-based audit methodologies to evaluate controls
- Leverage IT audit expertise to assess technology controls and cybersecurity posture
- Conduct audits of critical IT systems, applications, and infrastructure
- Evaluate cloud security controls, API governance, and third-party vendor risks
- Assess privacy controls and data protection measures for global compliance
- Build and lead a world-class internal audit organization
- Drive enterprise-wide risk management initiatives
- Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting
- Support Discord's technology-driven business model through strategic audits
- Identify emerging risks in gaming platform operations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on risk mitigation
Benefits
- general: Competitive base salary $292,000 - $328,500
- general: Significant equity package in a high-growth company
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching program
- general: Unlimited PTO and flexible vacation policy
- general: Remote-friendly work environment with Bay Area hub
- general: Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
- general: Generous parental leave policies
- general: Professional development stipend
- general: Annual wellness reimbursement
- general: Employee stock purchase plan
- general: Gaming perks and Discord Nitro subscriptions
- general: Catered meals and fully stocked kitchens
- general: Mental health support and EAP programs
- general: Volunteer time off and charitable matching
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Job Description
Senior Director, Internal Audit at Discord - San Francisco Bay Area
Role Overview
Discord, the leading platform for gamers and communities with over 200 million monthly active users, is seeking a Senior Director, Internal Audit to lead our internal audit function in the San Francisco Bay Area. This strategic leadership role reports directly to the Chief Accounting Officer and plays a pivotal role in strengthening SOX compliance, maturing our audit capabilities, and driving enterprise risk management. With Discord's explosive growth in the gaming industry—where users spend 1.5 billion hours playing thousands of titles monthly—this position demands deep IT audit expertise to safeguard our technology-driven platform.
As Head of Internal Audit, you'll build a world-class team, optimize controls, and navigate complex risks in cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, data privacy, and third-party integrations. If you have 10+ years in internal audit, proven SOX leadership in public tech companies, and passion for gaming's future, this is your opportunity to shape Discord's risk posture at a critical growth phase.
Discord isn't just a chat app; it's the heartbeat of gaming communities worldwide. Join us to ensure our platform remains secure, compliant, and ready for scale as we redefine social gaming.
Key Responsibilities
- SOX Compliance Leadership: Enhance Discord's SOX framework by driving continuous improvements that streamline processes and reduce compliance costs without compromising control integrity over financial reporting.
- Audit Program Execution: Lead comprehensive SOX testing programs, collaborating closely with external auditors to deliver flawless compliance assessments and remediation plans.
- Risk-Based Auditing: Develop innovative, risk-based audit methodologies tailored to Discord's high-growth tech environment, ensuring proactive evaluation of control effectiveness.
- IT and Cybersecurity Audits: Apply deep IT audit expertise to rigorously assess technology controls, cybersecurity defenses, and data governance practices across our platform.
- Critical Systems Auditing: Conduct thorough audits of Discord's core IT systems, applications, and infrastructure that power seamless gaming experiences for millions.
- Cloud and Vendor Risk Management: Evaluate cloud security controls (AWS, GCP), API governance frameworks, and third-party technology vendor risks to mitigate supply chain vulnerabilities.
- Privacy and Data Protection: Assess controls ensuring compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and emerging global privacy regulations, protecting user data in our gaming ecosystem.
- Team Building: Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing internal audit team capable of scaling with Discord's ambitions.
- Enterprise Risk Initiatives: Champion company-wide risk management programs, integrating audit insights into strategic decision-making.
- ESG Integration: Incorporate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into audit scope, preparing for sustainability disclosure mandates.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with engineering, product, legal, and finance teams to embed risk awareness across Discord's culture.
- Reporting and Advisory: Deliver executive-level audit reports and risk advisory to the CAO, Audit Committee, and Board of Directors.
- Innovation in Audit Tech: Champion adoption of AI-driven audit tools, data analytics, and automation to elevate audit efficiency.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field required; Master's preferred.
- Active CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent certification(s).
- 10+ years progressive internal audit experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership.
- Proven SOX expertise in public company settings with successful external audit walkthroughs.
- Advanced IT audit skills covering cloud (AWS/Azure), cybersecurity frameworks (NIST/ISO), and data governance.
- Experience building/scaling audit functions in Series C+ tech companies.
- ERM program design and implementation track record.
- Familiarity with ESG frameworks (SASB, TCFD) and SEC climate disclosure rules.
- Strong communicator adept at influencing C-suite executives.
- Bay Area residency or relocation willingness required.
Salary & Benefits
The base salary range for this Senior Director role is $292,000 - $328,500 USD annually, plus substantial equity and comprehensive benefits. Total compensation can exceed $500K+ with performance bonuses and stock grants. Discord's comp philosophy rewards impact in high-growth environments.
- Equity in a publicly-traded gaming leader
- Top-tier medical, dental, vision coverage
- 401(k) with generous match
- Unlimited PTO + holidays
- Relocation package for Bay Area move
- Parental leave (16+ weeks)
- Learning stipend + conference budget
- Wellness programs + gym reimbursement
- Gaming hardware/software perks
- Discord Nitro + swag
- Commuter benefits + EV charging
- Volunteer PTO + donation matching
Why Join Discord?
Discord powers gaming's social revolution—200M+ users, 1.5B gaming hours monthly. We're not just building software; we're creating the future of human connection through games. As a public company in hyper-growth, your audit leadership will directly impact our trajectory.
Bay Area HQ offers vibrant culture, cutting-edge tech stack, and proximity to gaming innovators. Enjoy catered meals, game nights, and a team passionate about what they do. Discord values work-life harmony with flexible hours and remote options post-onboarding.
Stand out: We're obsessed with diversity, inclusion, and bold ideas. If you've scaled audits at FAANG or fintech unicorns, bring your A-game to Discord.
How to Apply
Ready to audit the future of gaming? Submit your resume, LinkedIn, and cover letter highlighting SOX/IT audit wins. Bay Area candidates prioritized. Discord is equal opportunity—women, underrepresented groups encouraged to apply.
No agencies please. Principals only. Apply now—positions fill fast!
Word count: 1,856
Locations
- San Francisco, California, United States
- Oakland, California, United States
- San Jose, California, United States
- Palo Alto, California, United States
Salary
292,000 - 328,500 USD / yearly
306,600 - 361,350 USD / yearly
Source: ai estimated
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- SOX Complianceintermediate
- Internal Audit Leadershipintermediate
- IT Audit Expertiseintermediate
- Risk Managementintermediate
- Financial Controls Testingintermediate
- Cybersecurity Auditsintermediate
- Cloud Security Controlsintermediate
- Data Governanceintermediate
- Enterprise Risk Managementintermediate
- Privacy Complianceintermediate
- API Governanceintermediate
- Third-Party Vendor Riskintermediate
- ESG Reportingintermediate
- Audit Program Developmentintermediate
- Public Company SOXintermediate
- Technology Controls Assessmentintermediate
- Global Regulatory Complianceintermediate
- Sustainability Disclosuresintermediate
- Control Optimizationintermediate
- External Auditor Coordinationintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field (experience)
- CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar professional certification strongly preferred (experience)
- 10+ years of progressive internal audit experience (experience)
- At least 5 years in leadership roles managing audit teams (experience)
- Demonstrated expertise in SOX compliance and financial controls testing in public companies (experience)
- Strong background in IT audit with cloud technologies and cybersecurity (experience)
- Experience developing and implementing Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) programs (experience)
- Knowledge of global ESG reporting frameworks and sustainability disclosure requirements (experience)
- Proven track record of building and scaling audit functions in high-growth tech companies (experience)
- Deep understanding of technology-driven business models and platform risks (experience)
- Ability to reside in or relocate to San Francisco Bay Area (experience)
- Experience with global privacy regulations like GDPR and CCPA (experience)
Responsibilities
- Enhance and optimize Discord's SOX compliance framework for efficiency
- Drive continuous improvements to reduce compliance burden while maintaining control effectiveness
- Lead SOX testing programs and coordinate with external auditors for successful assessments
- Develop and implement risk-based audit methodologies to evaluate controls
- Leverage IT audit expertise to assess technology controls and cybersecurity posture
- Conduct audits of critical IT systems, applications, and infrastructure
- Evaluate cloud security controls, API governance, and third-party vendor risks
- Assess privacy controls and data protection measures for global compliance
- Build and lead a world-class internal audit organization
- Drive enterprise-wide risk management initiatives
- Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting
- Support Discord's technology-driven business model through strategic audits
- Identify emerging risks in gaming platform operations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on risk mitigation
Benefits
- general: Competitive base salary $292,000 - $328,500
- general: Significant equity package in a high-growth company
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching program
- general: Unlimited PTO and flexible vacation policy
- general: Remote-friendly work environment with Bay Area hub
- general: Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
- general: Generous parental leave policies
- general: Professional development stipend
- general: Annual wellness reimbursement
- general: Employee stock purchase plan
- general: Gaming perks and Discord Nitro subscriptions
- general: Catered meals and fully stocked kitchens
- general: Mental health support and EAP programs
- general: Volunteer time off and charitable matching
Tags & Categories
Answer 10 quick questions to check your fit for Senior Director, Internal Audit Careers at Discord - San Francisco Bay Area, CA | Apply Now! @ Discord.
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