DoorDash · 2 days ago
Senior Director, Internal Audit
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$250K/yr - $312K/yr
15+ years expDoorDash is a technology and logistics company that is rapidly growing and changing. They are seeking a Senior Director, IT Internal Audit to lead the strategy, execution, and evolution of the global IT audit function, overseeing a broad portfolio of audits and partnering with various teams to strengthen risk management practices.
AppsDeliveryE-Commerce PlatformsFood DeliveryOnline Portals
Responsibilities
Define and execute a forward-looking IT Internal Audit strategy aligned with DoorDash’s business goals and technology roadmap
Partner with executive leadership to identify, assess, and monitor key technology risks, including those tied to digital transformation and AI adoption
Collaborate closely with business and engineering leaders to understand their strategic objectives and provide guidance on navigating IT compliance in a practical, business-first focused manner
Shape the annual IT audit plan to strike the right balance between compliance, operational resilience, and innovation
Drive the use of data analytics and automation to expand audit coverage and deliver more impactful insights
Oversee DoorDash’s global IT SOX compliance program, maintaining a strong and scalable control environment across our complex and evolving technology landscapes
Act as a trusted partner to external auditors and the Audit Committee, ensuring transparency, alignment, and continuous improvement in IT governance
Foster a proactive control mindset by embedding governance principles into how technology is designed, built, and operated - , ensuring systems are secure and compliant by design
Promote consistent standards of risk awareness and system reliability across all financial and technology environments
Establish and lead the development of DoorDash’s AI and ML audit strategy, focusing on accountability, fairness, data ethics, and regulatory compliance
Partner with AI Governance and technology leaders to define principles for model risk management and AI lifecycle assurance
Serve as a thought leader on emerging technology and AI risk, representing Internal Audit with senior stakeholders
Drive the integration of AI risk considerations into the broader enterprise risk framework
Provide strategic oversight of audits focused on data governance, privacy, and information integrity
Partner with data, security, and privacy leaders to build an enterprise-wide data control framework that supports business growth while meeting compliance requirements
Champion a culture of data accountability and transparency, ensuring that data-driven decisions are built on reliable, well-controlled infrastructure
Promote the adoption of scalable tools and metrics to monitor data risk and enable proactive remediation
Oversee global IT operational audit programs focused on systems resilience, change management, and technology modernization
Anticipate and assess risks tied to major platform migrations, automation initiatives, and global expansion projects
Partner with technology and business leaders to embed risk management principles into digital transformation and product lifecycle initiatives
Shape and lead DoorDash’s global cybersecurity audit and assurance program
Provide meaningful insights on cybersecurity threat posture, vulnerability management, and incident readiness to leadership and the Audit Committee
Partner with Global Security Governance and Privacy teams to ensure alignment with frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2, and emerging regulatory standards
Establish a proactive, analytics-based approach to monitor cybersecurity risks and strengthen organizational resilience
Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of IT and cybersecurity auditors, empowering them to grow and deliver impactful work
Manage co-sourced partners to ensure high-quality deliverables and alignment with DoorDash’s culture and goals
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing environment where innovation, curiosity and critical thinking thrive
Drive the preparation and presentation of IT audit findings, insights, and recommendations to the Audit Committee and executive leadership
Collaborate with external auditors to coordinate audit activities, drive efficiency, and avoid overlap or duplication of efforts
Contribute to enterprise risk management and other strategic initiatives that strengthen DoorDash’s overall control environment and governance maturity
Qualification
Required
15+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, IT audit, or risk management within a complex, global, fast-paced, technology-driven environment
Deep technical expertise in IT controls, ITGC, data governance, cybersecurity, cloud architecture, systems implementation, and emerging tech risks (AI/ML, privacy, automation)
Hands-on leader with the ability to roll up your sleeves to operationalize IT compliance initiatives, drive execution, and ensure practical implementation of governance and control frameworks
Proven ability to oversee the governance of complex, cross-functional system implementations, ensuring alignment with enterprise control frameworks, risk management objectives, and business outcomes
Skilled in leveraging automation and next-generation technologies (e.g. GenAI) to enhance audit efficiency, expand coverage, and deliver deeper, data-driven insights
Demonstrated ability to navigate and assess complex technical and control environments, diagnose underlying issues, and design tailored, effective solutions suited to dynamic marketplace platforms
Proven leadership experience building and leading high-performing, geographically distributed teams and managing third-party co-source providers
Strong familiarity with frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001, ISO 420001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, and relevant SOX ITGC requirements
Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CPA, or CIA (multiple preferred)
Experience collaborating across Engineering, Security, and Product functions to embed governance into technology design
Excellent communication skills, executive presence, and the ability to translate technical findings into actionable business insights
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related discipline
Must be comfortable regularly exercising discretion and independent judgment in performing job duties, including evaluating options, making informed decisions, and determining appropriate courses of action within the scope of assigned responsibilities
Benefits
401(k) plan with employer matching
16 weeks of paid parental leave
Wellness benefits
Commuter benefits match
Paid time off
Paid sick leave in compliance with applicable laws (e.g. Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act)
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
11 paid holidays
Disability and basic life insurance
Family-forming assistance
Mental health program
Company
DoorDash
DoorDash is a food delivery platform that connects customers with local and national businesses. It is a sub-organization of DoorDash.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.22BKey Investors
Durable Capital PartnersT. Rowe PriceDarsana Capital Partners
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $2.75B
2020-12-09IPO
2020-06-11Series H· $400M
Leadership Team
Tony Xu
CEO and Co-founder
Stanley Tang
Co-Founder / Chief Product Officer
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