Additional Information
At F5, we strive to bring a better digital world to life. Our teams empower organizations across the globe to create, secure, and run applications that enhance how we experience our evolving digital world. We are passionate about cybersecurity, from protecting consumers from fraud to enabling companies to focus on innovation.
Everything we do centers around people. That means we obsess over how to make the lives of our customers, and their customers, better. And it means we prioritize a diverse F5 community where each individual can thrive.
We are seeking an Internal Audit Manager (Technology) to lead risk‑based internal audit engagements focused on technology and cybersecurity. This role is ideal for an experienced technology auditor who is inherently curious , comfortable operating independently, and motivated to dig deeply into complex environments to understand how risk truly manifests .
In this role, you will own audits from planning through reporting, applying sound judgment to assess risk, challenge assumptions, and deliver clear, actionable insights. You will work closely with technology, security, and engineering stakeholders, and play a key role in advancing a modern, technology‑enabled Internal Audit function that serves as a trusted risk partner to the business.
Primary Responsibilities:
Own the end‑to‑end execution of assigned technology and cybersecurity audit engagements, from detailed planning through fieldwork, reporting, and issue follow‑up
Lead risk‑based audit scoping and develop audit workplans and testing strategies aligned to key risks, system architecture, and business context
Assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls across complex technology domains, including: Cloud infrastructure and platforms
Cybersecurity programs and controls
Identity and access management
Network and application security
Logging, monitoring, and incident response
Secure software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Apply professional skepticism and technical judgment to move beyond standard audit procedures, identifying root causes, control gaps, and emerging or non‑obvious risks
Conduct deep‑dive interviews and walkthroughs with engineering, security, and platform teams to understand how systems operate in practice and where risk trade‑offs exist
Clearly articulate audit observations, including risk implications and practical, prioritized recommendations that support both security and business objectives
Prepare high‑quality audit reports that synthesize detailed findings into clear, relevant insights for technical and non‑technical audiences
Partner with Technology and Cybersecurity leadership during audit execution to validate understanding, discuss risk exposure, and support effective remediation planning
Provide guidance, coaching, and review support to junior auditors, ensuring work quality, accuracy, and adherence to Internal Audit standards
Stay current on emerging technology trends, cybersecurity threats, and evolving risk landscapes to continuously enhance audit coverage
Contribute to the evolution and continuous improvement of Internal Audit methodologies, tools, and ways of working
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong understanding of technology and cybersecurity risk domains, including cloud‑based architectures and modern application environments
Ability to independently execute complex audits within a defined scope while exercising sound professional judgment
Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to connect technical control gaps to broader business, customer, and operational impact
Intellectual curiosity and willingness to challenge assumptions, ask difficult questions, and explore areas of uncertainty
Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for varied audiences
Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly in drafting concise, high‑quality audit reports
Ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders while maintaining independence and objectivity
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities, deadlines, and competing demands
High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability
Ffive · Seattle