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Fidelity Investments · 2 days ago

Risk Director – SOC 1 Audit Engagements

Fidelity Investments is seeking a strategic and experienced risk leader to direct and enhance their SOC 1 audit engagement program. This director-level role will oversee the execution of SOC 1 audits and build relationships with internal partners and external auditors while ensuring alignment with business growth initiatives.

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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

SOC 1 Audit Leadership: Direct the planning, execution, and delivery of SOC 1 audits, including coordination with external auditors and internal stakeholders
Control Environment Management: Oversee the design and effectiveness of key controls across FFIO’s operations. Identify and remediate control gaps
Strategic Risk Alignment: Partner with business leaders to assess how FFIO’s growth initiatives impact SOC 1 control requirements and readiness
Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with business units, technology teams, compliance, and external auditors to support audit execution and issue resolution
Process Improvement: Enhance audit readiness, control documentation, and evidence gathering processes. Promote a culture of control ownership and risk awareness
Reporting & Governance: Provide regular updates to senior leadership on audit status, risks, and mitigation plans. Support governance and regulatory reporting as needed

Qualification

SOC 1 Audit LeadershipRisk ManagementControl FrameworksData AnalyticsCommunication SkillsCross-Functional LeadershipChange ManagementFinancial Services BackgroundPresentation SkillsRelationship Building

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
10+ years of experience in risk management, internal audit, or external audit, with a strong focus on SOC 1 engagements
Deep understanding of control frameworks and audit methodologies
Proven ability to connect business strategy with risk and control implications
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
Experience working in a complex, matrixed organization and managing cross-functional initiatives
Familiarity with automation and data analytics in audit processes
Ability to lead through change and influence cross-functional teams
Presentation and Writing Skills – ability to develop and deliver formal and informal presentations to a variety of audiences

Preferred

advanced degree or certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA)
Financial services or asset management background

Benefits

Bonus
Health insurance
Pension
Life insurance
A variety of work/life programs

Company

Fidelity Investments

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Fidelity’s mission is to strengthen the financial well-being of our customers and deliver better outcomes for the clients and businesses we serve.

H1B Sponsorship

Fidelity Investments has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (3)
2024 (8)
2023 (4)
2022 (6)
2021 (8)
2020 (30)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$152.82M
Key Investors
Apple
2020-12-28Secondary Market· $2.5M
2018-01-14Secondary Market· $1M
2017-05-03Secondary Market· $12.5M

Leadership Team

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Abigail Johnson
Chairman & CEO
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Jeanmarie Ward
Senior Vice President of Architecture
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