Senior Technology Analyst - Audit and Automation

About the role:

We are seeking a Senior Technology Analyst - Audit & Automation to join our growing Internal Audit (IA) team. This role is ideal for someone with a collaborative, agile mindset and a solid background in IT audit, data analytics, and process automation, especially within fast-paced, high-growth or SaaS environments.

As a member of the Technology IA team, you will drive technology risk audits and support the enhancement of audit assurance and risk advisory support by applying automation, AI, and data analytics. Your work will improve efficiency, deliver meaningful insights, and strengthen technology-related risk response across the organization.

This is a remote position open to candidates residing in the US except Alaska, Austin Metro, Boulder Metro, California, Chicago Metro, Connecticut, Dallas Metro, Denver Metro, Houston Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Seattle Metro, and Washington, D.C.

You should apply if:

• You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact—helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.
• You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won’t be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper growth environment.
• You’re energized by our opportunity: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.
• You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-calibre team that will encourage you to do your best. 

In this role, you will: 

• Execute technology-focused audits in cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, software development, and data privacy, leveraging data-driven methods to evaluate controls and surface risk insights.
• Collaborate with key partners across IT, Security, and R&D to identify, prioritize, and monitor technology risks, supporting audit planning and execution.
• Support compliance initiatives like SOX and ISO by testing technology-relevant controls (ITGCs), coordinating with external partners, and improving processes through automation and consistent reporting.
• Contribute to scaling internal audit processes with a focus on analytics, automation, and continuous improvement.
• Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Applying automation, AI, and data analytics to enhance audit processes and outcomes to improve efficiency and provide better audit insights.
• Executing risk-based technology audits in areas such as cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, operations, and software development.
• Supporting tracking and monitoring of audit issue progress through automation and reporting tools.
• Contributing to enhancements in audit methodologies and supporting cross-functional teams on technology risk and compliance matters.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• 5+ years of experience in IT audit, cybersecurity risk, or compliance within the tech or SaaS industry, either in-house or through Big 4/professional services/consulting firms.
• Familiarity with using AI and automation tools in audit processes to improve efficiency and risk coverage.
• Hands-on experience with technology risk frameworks and compliance standards such as SOC, ISO, NIST, GDPR, and SOX, or in related roles like security engineering, operations, or software/product development.
• Ability to support technology risk assessments and advisory projects, including documenting findings and supporting management action tracking.
• Proficiency in data analytics, including applying tools/techniques to enhance audit insight and decision-making.
• Experience working with datasets, data processing tools (e.g. SQL), and cloud-based platforms for analysis and workflow automation.
• Strong communication and project management skills, with the ability to work across multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

An ideal candidate also has:

• Demonstrated experience in applying automation and AI capabilities in executing IT audit projects and delivering results.
• Working knowledge in programming or querying languages (e.g. Python, SQL, etc) for scripting, automation, or analytics workflows.
• Experience working with product engineering or R&D teams in agile/DevOps environments is a plus.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering/Technology, or related fields.
• Relevant professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CISM.