Senior Director – Internal Audit, Network

Verizon

. Shape and execute the internal audit organization's mission as a best-in-class, value-adding function .

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $167,000 - $320,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep expertise in Internal Audit Principles, Risk Management Frameworks, and IIA Standards while effectively leading teams and managing complex audit engagements. Proficient in utilizing Data Analytics Tools and AI Governance Frameworks to drive strategic business insights and recommendations.

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Internal Audit PrinciplesRisk Management FrameworksData Analytics ToolsLeadership and Team DevelopmentAI Governance Frameworks

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Hard Skills

Risk-Based Audit PlansAudit EngagementsFinancial AuditingOperational AuditingData Privacy ControlsAutomated Evidence-GatheringSQLPythonSnowflakeDatabricks

Soft Skills

Exceptional LeadershipExecutive PresenceExcellent Communication SkillsBusiness AcumenSound Judgment

Tools & Technologies

QlikAlteryxAI-Enabled ToolsGenAI AssistantsAutomated Data Pipelines

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIACISACISMCRISCAAIACISSP

Industry Keywords

TelecommunicationsNetwork OperationsRegulated Enterprise EnvironmentPublic AccountingOperational Audit

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

BigQueryPythonSnowflakeSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape and execute the internal audit organization's mission as a best-in-class, value-adding function
Oversee the Network and Technology Internal Audit team and report directly to the SVP Internal Audit
Develop and execute risk-based audit plans across network and operational business units
Align audit coverage with strategic business objectives and changing enterprise risks
Oversee operational and technology-based audit engagements in accordance with IIA Global Internal Audit Standards and established methodologies
Direct advisory engagements and special projects during major transformation initiatives
Represent Internal Audit in enterprise transformation forums and executive governance groups
Provide final quality review of audit reports and executive communications
Ensure observations are vetted and corrective action plans are followed through remediation
Use QAIP results to drive continuous improvement in the audit process
Champion responsible adoption of data analytics tools and enterprise GenAI assistants
Evaluate AI-enabled and automated decision-making systems, including controls, ethics, and data privacy
Lead continuous risk assessment, continuous auditing, and automated evidence-gathering strategies
Partner with executive leaders, Enterprise Risk Management, Compliance, and lines of defense
Lead quarterly discussions on audit plans, findings, and strategic risk trends
Guide legal, ethical, and security investigations of compliance issues
Track stakeholder feedback and business impact of audit commitments
Establish outcome-based KPIs measuring value delivered
Lead, hire, onboard, coach, develop, and evaluate Directors, Associate Directors, Senior Managers, Managers, and Consultants
Build a leadership pipeline through succession planning, talent rotation, and knowledge sharing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Ten or more years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk management, finance, or a related field
At least four years in a management role
Deep expertise in internal audit principles, risk management frameworks, IIA standards, and relevant industry regulations
Experience leading complex, high-risk audit engagements and directing risk-based audit plans across operational, financial, and technology domains
Exceptional leadership and executive presence
Experience managing, coaching, and developing talent across all organizational levels
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience communicating risk, business impact, and strategic audit findings to executive leadership
Demonstrated business acumen and ability to translate audit findings into strategic business context and actionable recommendations
Working understanding of self-service data analytics tools such as SQL/BigQuery, Qlik, Alteryx, or similar
Strategic familiarity with AI-enabled tools and foundational understanding of AI governance frameworks such as NIST AI RMF
Sound judgment regarding auditor independence, objectivity, and risk governance across the lines of defense
Willingness and ability to travel up to approximately 25% of the time
Master's degree in a relevant field is an advantage
4+ years of experience leading teams of 5 or more direct reports is an advantage
Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CISM, CRISC, AAIA, or CISSP is an advantage
Experience in telecommunications, network operations, or a similarly regulated enterprise environment is an advantage
Prior public accounting experience specializing in operational audit is an advantage
Experience with Python, Snowflake, Databricks, advanced data science, or automation platforms is an advantage
Experience assessing AI-enabled decision systems, automated data pipelines, or piloting agentic AI solutions is an advantage

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
AD&D insurance
Identity theft protection
Pet insurance
Group home and auto insurance
Matched 401(k) savings plan
Up to 8 company-paid holidays per year
Up to 6 personal days per year
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Tuition assistance
Premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, and allowances, depending on the role
Up to 15 days of vacation per year for newly hired employees, increasing with additional service
Incentive-based compensation with potential to earn more