Technology Internal Audit Manager - SOX IT Compliance

Employment Type: [Not Specified] Location Type: Remote (United States) or Oakland, CA Salary: [Not Specified]

Position Overview

Marqeta is seeking an experienced Technology Internal Audit Manager to lead the execution of its SOX IT compliance program. This role is crucial in safeguarding the integrity of technology operations that support financial reporting. The manager will be responsible for planning, executing, evaluating issues, and coordinating with external auditors and internal stakeholders for the IT SOX auditing program. As part of the Internal Audit team, you will collaborate across departments to assess and improve Marqeta’s IT control environment, identify emerging risks, and provide strategic insights to enhance compliance and operational resilience. While this is not a people management role, you will oversee co-sourced resources and drive program execution and continuous improvement.

Marqeta operates on a "Flexible First" principle, allowing this role to be performed remotely anywhere within the United States or from the office headquarters in Oakland, CA.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the SOX IT compliance program, including scoping, planning, execution, and documentation of IT General Controls (ITGC) testing across Marqeta’s critical financial systems and supporting infrastructure.
• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of SOX-relevant IT controls according to PCAOB standards, ensuring alignment with frameworks such as COSO and COBIT.
• Collaborate closely with IT, Security, Engineering, and Finance teams to validate control ownership, assess risks, identify emerging technologies, and drive timely remediation of deficiencies.
• Identify risks related to change management, access provisioning, IT operations, system development, and third-party hosted environments, particularly within cloud-based and DevOps ecosystems.
• Coordinate directly with external auditors, acting as the primary liaison for IT audit matters, to support SOX walkthroughs, testing cycles, and issue resolution.
• Provide clear, executive-ready reporting on SOX control effectiveness, audit findings, and remediation status to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement of the SOX IT program by enhancing control automation, streamlining evidence collection, and supporting the maturity of compliance capabilities.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in IT audit, with a focus on SOX IT compliance, IT risk assessment, and internal controls testing. Experience within the FinTech space or other highly technology-driven industries is preferred.
• Proficiency in managing end-to-end SOX ITGC, SOC1 reviews, key reports, and automated control testing cycles.
• Deep expertise in Identity and Access Management (IAM), Change Management, Backup/Recovery, and IT Operations across homegrown, traditional, and cloud-native systems.
• Skilled in evaluating control effectiveness in cloud-based environments (e.g., AWS, Azure) and DevOps pipelines, with a strong ability to identify SOX-relevant risks in dynamic technical infrastructure.
• Well-versed in applying frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, and NIST to ensure IT control environments meet compliance and audit standards.
• Excellent communication and program management skills, with the ability to translate technical risks into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership, external auditors, and cross-functional teams.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of independently owning the delivery of the SOX IT testing program.
• A proactive approach to identifying opportunities for program efficiency and maturity enhancement.

Nice-To-Haves

• Professional certifications such as CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), or CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional).
• Strong project and/or program management skills, with a proven ability to manage audit timelines, coordinate cross-functional stakeholders, and drive complex SOX initiatives to completion.

Company Information

Marqeta is a global leader in modern card issuing and payment processing, empowering innovators to build seamless payment experiences. We are at the forefront of the FinTech revolution, enabling businesses to create custom payment solutions for their customers.