Director, Cybersecurity Audit

About Us

At Cloudflare, we are on a mission to help build a better Internet. Today the company runs one of the world’s largest networks that powers millions of websites and other Internet properties for customers ranging from individual bloggers to SMBs to Fortune 500 companies. Cloudflare protects and accelerates any Internet application online without adding hardware, installing software, or changing a line of code. Internet properties powered by Cloudflare all have web traffic routed through its intelligent global network, which gets smarter with every request. As a result, they see significant improvement in performance and a decrease in spam and other attacks. Cloudflare was named to Entrepreneur Magazine’s Top Company Cultures list and ranked among the World’s Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company. 

We realize people do not fit into neat boxes. We are looking for curious and empathetic individuals who are committed to developing themselves and learning new skills, and we are ready to help you do that. We cannot complete our mission without building a diverse and inclusive team. We hire the best people based on an evaluation of their potential and support them throughout their time at Cloudflare. Come join us! 

Available Locations: Austin, TX

About the department

The Internal Audit (IA) organization is responsible for delivering high-quality, objective and independent assurance over Cloudflare’s key technology and cyber risks to the Audit Committee and Management consistent with Professional Standards. Reflecting the Company’s core value of continuous improvement, the function is in the process of moving toward wider coverage of cybersecurity risks, exploring more efficient audit approaches and industry best practices where appropriate. 

We are seeking a highly motivated, strategic, and solution-focused candidate to lead and support Cloudflare’s technology and cybersecurity audit plan to evaluate the effectiveness of control and management of risk. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of cybersecurity risks, technology experience, and best-in-class audit practices. This role will report to the Director, Cybersecurity and IT Audit within Internal Audit.

What you'll do

• Design, lead, and execute technology and cybersecurity audits, with oversight of the project and timelines. 
• Identify opportunities to utilize data analytics, AI, and other innovative tools to improve audit insights and effectiveness. 
• Incorporate your understanding of existing and emerging cyber threats into audits.
• Support the risk assessments to identify and prioritize areas for audit focus.
• Prepare clear, concise and high impact audit reports with actionable recommendations for improvements.
• Ensure audits are completed on time, within scope, and in accordance with professional and department standards.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to all levels of the company, including senior executives. 
• Act as a trusted advisor to the business, providing insights and recommendations on risk management and control improvements.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of internal audit processes and methodologies.
• Mentor and provide guidance to internal audit team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

Examples of desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• 10+ years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or related field with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of technology and systems including on-prem and public cloud.
• Strong knowledge and proven track record in applying internal auditing and cybersecurity principles and practices, specifically audit methodologies, risk assessment, sampling techniques, and audit documentation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with data analytics, cybersecurity frameworks, and advanced auditing techniques.
• Professional certifications such as: CISA, CISSP, etc.
  
  

What Makes Cloudflare Special?

We’re not just a highly ambitious, large-scale technology company. We’re a highly ambitious, large-scale technology company with a soul. Fundamental to our mission to help build a better Internet is protecting the free and open Internet.