Shield AI · 4 days ago
Director, SOX Compliance (R5388)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
15+ years expShield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. As the Director of SOX Compliance, you will build and lead the company's SOX compliance program while partnering with various departments to ensure an effective internal control environment that supports business growth.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)TransportationDronesNational DefenseAutonomous VehiclesMachine LearningNational Security
No H1B
Responsibilities
Own and lead the company's end-to-end SOX 404 compliance program, including business process, entity-level, and IT general controls (ITGCs)
Develop and maintain the annual SOX strategy, risk assessment, scoping, testing plan, and compliance calendar
Partner with control owners to document, assess, and improve key business processes and internal controls
Coordinate management's annual SOX assessment and support external audit requirements to ensure timely completion
Evaluate control deficiencies, facilitate root cause analysis, and drive remediation efforts through successful closure
Monitor regulatory developments and evolving best practices to continuously enhance the SOX program
Collaborate with Finance Transformation, ERP, and business system implementation teams to ensure appropriate controls are designed into new processes and technologies
Drive automation and continuous monitoring opportunities to improve efficiency and control effectiveness
Develop executive-level reporting and present SOX program status, risks, and remediation progress to senior leadership and Audit Committee stakeholders
Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders on internal controls, governance, and risk management
Establish and maintain SOX policies, methodologies, documentation standards, and training programs
Support broader internal control, governance, and enterprise risk initiatives as needed
Help define the future organizational structure of the SOX function, including recruiting, mentoring, and developing team members as the program expands
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA, CIA, or equivalent professional certification
15+ years of progressive experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, external audit, accounting, or internal controls
Experience leading SOX programs for publicly traded companies or organizations preparing for public company readiness
Strong knowledge of SOX 404 requirements, COSO Internal Control Framework, and SEC reporting environment
Experience with business process controls, entity-level controls, and IT general controls
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders without direct authority
Experience managing external auditors and coordinating complex compliance activities across multiple functions
Excellent project management, analytical, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to executive leadership
Proven ability to identify process improvement opportunities while maintaining a strong control environment
Preferred
Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, hardware, or other complex operational environments
Experience supporting ERP implementations or major systems transformations (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Workday, etc.)
Experience with GRC platforms such as AuditBoard, Workiva, Archer, ServiceNow GRC, or similar technologies
Experience leading SOX readiness for IPOs or scaling public-company compliance programs
Familiarity with cybersecurity controls, automated controls, and emerging technologies supporting compliance
Lean, Six Sigma, or process improvement experience
Demonstrated success building or scaling compliance organizations
Passion for mentoring and developing talent, with an interest in growing into a formal people leadership role as the organization expands
Company
Shield AI
Shield AI is a deep-tech company that focuses on developing AI-powered systems to enhance the safety of service members and civilians.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.59BKey Investors
Advent International,JP Morgan ChaseBlackstoneHanwha Aerospace,L3Harris Technologies
2026-06-11Series Unknown· $2.09M
2026-03-26Series G· $2B
2026-03-26Debt Financing· $250M
Leadership Team
Gary Steele
Chief Executive Officer
Brandon Tseng
Co-Founder
Recent News
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