Director of Internal Audit | United States | Remote

The Opportunity:

We’re looking for a Director, Internal Audit to establish and lead Grafana Labs’ internal audit function that supports the business, strengthens governance, and helps manage risk without slowing innovation. This is a highly visible role with direct access to senior leadership and reports to the CFO. You’ll design a risk-based internal audit program from the ground up, act as a trusted advisor to the business, and help ensure we scale with strong controls, transparency, and integrity.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building from scratch, partnering with stakeholders, and leveraging modern tools - including AI - to deliver efficient, high-impact assurance.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Establish and lead the internal audit function, including defining the audit charter, methodology, and annual audit plan
• Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit program covering financial, operational, technology, compliance, and strategic risks
• Leverage data analytics and AI-enabled tools to enhance audit planning, testing, and continuous monitoring
• Assess risks and controls related to the company’s use of AI and automation, including governance, data quality, model risk, security, and ethical considerations
• Partner closely with leadership, Finance, Legal, Security, IT, Engineering, and Product teams to understand the business and provide actionable insights
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, including SOX-readiness and future public-company considerations
• Present audit findings, recommendations, and emerging risk insights to senior management
• Track remediation plans and follow up on audit issues to ensure timely and effective resolution
• Monitor emerging risks (e.g., cybersecurity, privacy, AI/ML use cases, global operations, SaaS revenue models) and adapt the audit plan accordingly
• Coordinate with external auditors and other assurance providers to avoid duplication and maximize coverage
• Build, mentor, and scale the internal audit team over time, including developing capabilities in data analytics and AI-assisted auditing

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit