The Team:
- The role is within the Internal Audit team, part of an integrated Risk & Audit function providing SOX compliance and enterprise risk management.
- The team partners with co-sourced providers and reports directly to Audit Committees, building a technology-forward assurance capability in the crypto space.
Responsibilities:
- Lead IT SOX controls testing, building the testing approach and workpapers from the ground up for complex, crypto-native technology stacks.
- Evaluate control design and operating effectiveness, identify new systems with SOX implications, and leverage AI and data analytics for efficiency.
- Independently validate remediation of findings, assess deficiency severity, track progress, and coordinate with the SOX Compliance team.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Act as a trusted point of contact for IT control owners in Engineering, Infrastructure, Security, and IT Operations.
- Bridge the communication gap between audit methodology and engineering culture.
- Contribute to reporting for the Audit Committee, external auditors, and senior leadership on testing coverage and findings.
Kraken
Kraken is a mission-focused cryptocurrency exchange dedicated to accelerating global crypto adoption for financial freedom. It is a fully remote company with employees in over 70 countries who develop products for traders and institutions.