Director, Internal Audit

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Position Summary The Director, Internal Audit is responsible for leading and executing a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit program that provides independent assurance and advisory services across the organization. The role supports the achievement of the Company's strategic objectives by evaluating and enhancing the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control processes. Reporting to the Vice President, Internal Audit, the Director leads operational, financial, manufacturing, information technology (IT), compliance, and integrated audits while expanding Internal Audit's focus beyond Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance. The position partners closely with business and functional leadership to identify emerging risks, improve operational performance, strengthen internal controls, and support strategic initiatives and fraud investigations. This role requires a strategic leader who demonstrates sound judgment, executive presence, strong business acumen, and the highest standards of integrity and professional ethics. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit plan aligned with the Company's strategic objectives and Internal Audit strategy. Lead the Company's SOX Program Management Office (PMO), directing the planning, execution, governance, and continuous improvement of the annual SOX compliance program, while partnering with business process owners, IT, external auditors, and executive leadership to ensure an effective and efficient internal control environment. Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks throughout the organization. Expand Internal Audit's focus beyond SOX compliance by conducting operational audits that assess efficiency, effectiveness, productivity, cost optimization, and overall business performance. Conduct manufacturing and plant audits evaluating production processes, inventory management, quality systems, production controls, asset protection, and supply chain risks. Support the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program through enterprise-wide risk assessments, evaluation of mitigation strategies, and integration of key risks into the annual audit plan. Lead advisory engagements supporting strategic initiatives, business process improvements, ERP implementations, digital transformation initiatives, automation projects, mergers and acquisitions, post-acquisition integrations, and organizational change. Conduct and oversee special projects, including fraud investigations, ethics-related reviews, forensic assessments, and management-requested engagements. Develop practical, risk-based recommendations that strengthen internal controls while improving operational effectiveness and business performance. Communicate audit results, key risks, trends, and recommendations to senior leadership and governance committees through clear, concise, and impactful reporting. Monitor management's remediation efforts and validate corrective actions to ensure timely and sustainable resolution of audit findings. Build strong, trusted relationships across the organization while maintaining Internal Audit's independence, objectivity, and professional skepticism. Coordinate with external auditors, regulators, and other assurance providers to optimize audit coverage and minimize duplication of effort. Drive continuous improvement within the Internal Audit function through the adoption of leading practices, data analytics, continuous auditing, automation, and technology-enabled audit methodologies. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field. Minimum of 10 years of progressive internal audit, public accounting, risk management, or related experience, including leadership responsibilities. Experience leading operational, financial, manufacturing, compliance, and/or IT audits within a complex, global organization. Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, including COSO, risk assessment methodologies, and governance best practices. Experience developing and executing risk-based internal audit plans. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership and influence business decisions. Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills. Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as business needs require. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or other relevant professional certification. Preferred Qualifications Experience in manufacturing, or other complex operational environments. Experience supporting Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) programs. Knowledge of ERP platforms or similar enterprise systems. Experience applying data analytics, automation, or continuous auditing techniques within Internal Audit. Reporting Relationship Reports to: Vice President, Internal Audit Pay Range: P90-USA-1 :$169,600.00 - $242,250.00 Disclaimer: Final base salary for the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job location, where work will be performed, qualifications, work history and relevant experience. With our continual goal of making Lumentum a best place to work for our employees, we strive to offer employees competitive total compensation packages, which may include annual bonus, commission for certain sales roles, equity, and health and welfare benefits.