[Hiring] Director IT, Internal Audit @Instacart

Role Description

Instacart is building a best-in-class Internal Audit function from the ground up, and this role is central to it. This leader would add the structure, rigor, and technical depth required to deliver risk-based IT audit engagements at executive-quality standards.

Reporting directly to the Head of Internal Audit, this Director will own end-to-end IT audit delivery while building the function's technology capability and strategic priorities.

This role is for a seasoned Internal Audit professional who combines deep technical judgment with strong business acumen, excellent communication skills, a collaborative approach, and the drive to build something meaningful.

What you'll cook up in your first year

• Audit Delivery & Reporting:
  • IT audit and advisory engagements are delivered end-to-end with executive-quality standards, clear ownership, and defensible scope.
  • Independent audit judgment is applied consistently across engagements.
  • Scope is calibrated to actual risk exposure, root cause analysis is rigorous, and conclusions are well-evidenced.
  • Risk and control frameworks are applied with sound judgment.
  • Findings are translated into clear, actionable narratives that resonate with both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Hands-on expertise with cloud and data platforms — including AWS, GCP, Datadog, and Okta — is applied to assess controls and design practical, effective solutions across key environments.
• Team Leadership & Development:
  • A high-performing audit team is developed through structured coaching, clear expectations, and tailored development plans.
  • A culture of excellence, continuous learning, and proactive problem-solving takes hold.
• AI, Technology & Innovation:
  • AI risk and governance considerations are integrated into the audit approach.
  • AI-enabled tools and data analytics are adopted to expand coverage, improve efficiency, and enhance audit impact.
• Tools & Process Improvement:
  • The Workiva platform is fully implemented and administered.
  • Controls are streamlined, manual effort is reduced, and operational efficiency across the audit function improves.
• Stakeholder Partnerships:
  • Productive relationships are built and maintained with business leaders and cross-functional partners.
  • This role serves as a trusted advisor across technology and data teams, shaping audit approaches for complex, AI-driven environments.

Qualifications

• 12-15 years of progressive professional experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing IT risk-based audits at a high-growth, global company.
• Demonstrated experience building a risk-based Internal Audit function from the ground up, with working knowledge of IIA Standards.
• Track record of delivering risk-based audits in a fast-paced, agile technology environment.
• Exceptional written communication skills.
• Collaborative, relationship-oriented approach with the ability to influence and partner effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Translate deep technical expertise into impactful, actionable insights.

Requirements

• CISA, CRISC, or CIA certification is strongly preferred for this role.

Benefits

• Highly market-competitive compensation and benefits.
• Remote work flexibility.
• New hire equity grant as well as annual refresh grants.