IT Internal Audit Analyst

We are seeking an experienced IT Internal Audit Analyst to join our Internal Audit team at Planet. This role plays a critical part in executing our audit strategy and supporting the effective operation of the Internal Audit function. The role will report to the Head of IT Internal Audit and the primary focus will be on SOX compliance related to IT systems and select business processes. This role will work closely with the Head of IT Internal audit and partner closely with key stakeholders across Planet to test and address control gaps, strengthen control ownership, and enhance process documentation, and support scalable compliance initiatives.

This is a full-time, hybrid role which will require you to work from our San Francisco office 3 days per week.

Impact You’ll Own:

• Execute all aspects of the IT SOX Compliance Program, including IT General Controls (ITGCs), automated controls, segregation of duties, and key report testing.
• Assist coordination and communication with the external auditor for matters relating to internal controls over financial reporting. Oversees the coordination and resolution of any internal or external audit findings for IT SOX related matters
• Develop a deep understanding of end-to-end business processes, critical IT systems, and data flows that impact financial reporting.
• Conduct risk assessments and lead SOX scoping efforts for new systems, product launches, process changes, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Execute and document control walkthroughs, testing, process narratives, system inventories, and quality assurance documentation across all SOX IT areas.
• Coordinate and review testing of ITGCs, key reports, SOC 1 reports, IPEs, and automated controls; assess evidence for accuracy and completeness.
• Evaluate and monitor control deficiencies, ensure timely remediation, and support continuous control maturity improvements.
• Identify opportunities to streamline controls and leverage technology for improved testing, monitoring, and documentation efficiency.
• Support internal audits related to IT operations, cybersecurity, data governance, and participate in the development of risk-based audit plans.

• 4+ years of experience in IT audit, IT risk management, or internal controls with SOX compliance in a public company environment
• Understanding of PCAOB/SEC requirements, ITGCs, ITACs, IPE testing, and control evaluation
• Experience successfully building and executing risk-based audit plans aligned with business and IT risks
• Knowledge of system development lifecycle, change management, and access provisioning
• Excellent project management, organizational, and documentation skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional engagement and leadership alignment
• Experience collaborating with external auditors and managing expectations

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Experience with audit data analytics tools and automation technologies
• Big 4 public accounting firm experience working on publicly traded companies
• Familiarity with cloud security, cloud ERP and emerging technologies
• Background in cybersecurity risk assessments and frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO)
• Hands-on experience with SOX project management software or audit platforms
• Preferred certifications: CPA, CISA,
• Experience in dynamic tech or high-growth environments
• Compliance audit experience with a CA-based company

These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
• 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Equity
• Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)
• Volunteering Paid Time Off, The US base salary range for this full-time position at the commencement of employment is listed below. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives (bonus and equity). The final salary range is determined by job related experience, skills and location. The range displays our typical hiring range for new hire salaries in US locations only. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. San Francisco Salary Range $101,400-$126,800 USD

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Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth.

Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one.

Customers and users across the globe use Planet’s data to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and solve our world’s toughest obstacles.

As we control every component of hardware design, manufacturing, data processing, and software engineering, our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains.

We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world.

Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco, Washington DC, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, and The Netherlands.