Senior Manager, IT SOX PMO
An overview of this role
The Senior Manager, IT SOX PMO will own IT-specific SOX compliance activities, serving as the team's IT expert for ITGC and ITAC. Reporting to the Director, SOX PMO Leader within the Controller's organization, this role will elevate our IT SOX program while ensuring readiness for new processes and systems in our high-growth tech environment. As a hands-on leader, you'll enhance current processes, assess emerging technologies for SOX impacts, and implement best practices. While this is a Senior Manager position with strategic input opportunities, expect to remain involved in execution as we mature and scale our SOX program.
What You’ll Do
Serve as the IT SOX subject matter expert for ITGC and ITAC, providing guidance and ensuring compliance with SOX requirements
artner with business SOX PMO to assess and ensure SOX readiness for new or changing systems and business processes
Lead the annual IT SOX risk assessment process
Maintain and improve comprehensive control documentation (flowcharts and risk matrices)
Facilitate SOX IT control walkthroughs and manage remediation of control deficiencies
Coordinate with internal and external auditors throughout the SOX audit cycle, presenting positions and advocating for appropriate conclusions
Review SOC reports and oversee key report testing program with contractor support, performing hands-on testing as needed
Build strong cross-functional relationships including partnership with Internal Audit on SOX testing execution, and deliver training to ensure control effectiveness across the organization
Identify opportunities for control automation and support management in implementing automated controls to reduce manual processes
Monitor emerging risks and regulatory changes to proactively update controls
Prepare and present executive-level IT SOX compliance reports and insights to senior management
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field
7+ years of IT Audit and SOX compliance experience
Professional certification required: CISA, CPA, CIA, or CISSP
Deep expertise in SOX compliance, IT control frameworks (COBIT, COSO), and proven ITGC/ITAC experience
Experience with complex, rapidly evolving technology environments
Experience building or transforming SOX programs independently in high-growth environments
Comfort with hands-on execution while maintaining strategic perspective
Experience in software/SaaS industry required
Proficiency with GRC tools; AuditBoard experience a plus
Experience managing vendor relationships and contractor deliverables
Collaborative leadership style with ability to influence and build consensus across all organizational levels
Commitment to continuous improvement and staying current with regulatory changes
Ability to work effectively across US time zones (Pacific and Eastern)
About the team
This role sits within the SOX PMO team reporting to the Controller's organization, not within IT Compliance. The focus is specifically on SOX compliance and readiness, not broader IT risk management or security compliance frameworks.
How GitLab will support you
All remote, asynchronous work environment
Home office support
Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.
Remote-Global
The base salary range for this role’s listed level is currently for residents of listed locations only. Grade level and salary ranges are determined through interviews and a review of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data. See more information on our benefits and equity. Sales roles are also eligible for incentive pay targeted at up to 100% of the offered base salary.
California/Colorado/Hawaii/New Jersey/New York/Washington/DC/Illinois/Minnesota pay range
$110,900—$237,600 USD
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Senior Manager, IT SOX PMO
An overview of this role
The Senior Manager, IT SOX PMO will own IT-specific SOX compliance activities, serving as the team's IT expert for ITGC and ITAC. Reporting to the Director, SOX PMO Leader within the Controller's organization, this role will elevate our IT SOX program while ensuring readiness for new processes and systems in our high-growth tech environment. As a hands-on leader, you'll enhance current processes, assess emerging technologies for SOX impacts, and implement best practices. While this is a Senior Manager position with strategic input opportunities, expect to remain involved in execution as we mature and scale our SOX program.
What You’ll Do
Serve as the IT SOX subject matter expert for ITGC and ITAC, providing guidance and ensuring compliance with SOX requirements
artner with business SOX PMO to assess and ensure SOX readiness for new or changing systems and business processes
Lead the annual IT SOX risk assessment process
Maintain and improve comprehensive control documentation (flowcharts and risk matrices)
Facilitate SOX IT control walkthroughs and manage remediation of control deficiencies
Coordinate with internal and external auditors throughout the SOX audit cycle, presenting positions and advocating for appropriate conclusions
Review SOC reports and oversee key report testing program with contractor support, performing hands-on testing as needed
Build strong cross-functional relationships including partnership with Internal Audit on SOX testing execution, and deliver training to ensure control effectiveness across the organization
Identify opportunities for control automation and support management in implementing automated controls to reduce manual processes
Monitor emerging risks and regulatory changes to proactively update controls
Prepare and present executive-level IT SOX compliance reports and insights to senior management
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field
7+ years of IT Audit and SOX compliance experience
Professional certification required: CISA, CPA, CIA, or CISSP
Deep expertise in SOX compliance, IT control frameworks (COBIT, COSO), and proven ITGC/ITAC experience
Experience with complex, rapidly evolving technology environments
Experience building or transforming SOX programs independently in high-growth environments
Comfort with hands-on execution while maintaining strategic perspective
Experience in software/SaaS industry required
Proficiency with GRC tools; AuditBoard experience a plus
Experience managing vendor relationships and contractor deliverables
Collaborative leadership style with ability to influence and build consensus across all organizational levels
Commitment to continuous improvement and staying current with regulatory changes
Ability to work effectively across US time zones (Pacific and Eastern)
About the team
This role sits within the SOX PMO team reporting to the Controller's organization, not within IT Compliance. The focus is specifically on SOX compliance and readiness, not broader IT risk management or security compliance frameworks.
How GitLab will support you
All remote, asynchronous work environment
Home office support
Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.
Remote-Global
The base salary range for this role’s listed level is currently for residents of listed locations only. Grade level and salary ranges are determined through interviews and a review of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data. See more information on our benefits and equity. Sales roles are also eligible for incentive pay targeted at up to 100% of the offered base salary.
California/Colorado/Hawaii/New Jersey/New York/Washington/DC/Illinois/Minnesota pay range
$110,900—$237,600 USD