Job Description

“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.

• 18,000 trained professionals
• 350+ locations worldwide across 60+ countries
• Fortune 500
• Globally unified systems

The Program Manager - IS Compliance serves as a high-impact position in the Cybersecurity and Risk Management Portfolio in the Global Technology (GT) department as a thought leader that bridges the gap between traditional financial compliance and a growing technology environment, interfacing with 1st Line process owners, our company's Internal Audit department, as well as external auditors, with the goal of demonstrating compliance with our system of internal control, empowering and accelerating GT department Compliance programs through industry standard compliance methodologies and providing systematic visibility to health and performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong depth of understanding of compliance and audit fundamentals, the COSO and COBIT frameworks and Internal Controls over financial reporting, with multiple years detailed Audit experience (CISA certification preferred). Additionally, this role will be filled by an excellent communicator with detailed project management and analytic capabilities, with the ability to communicate critical audit matters to management, identify trends and remediate and avoid issues.

This position is on-site and will reside in the greater Seattle, WA. area at one of the following locations depending on availability. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

• Downtown Seattle
• Federal Way
• Lynnwood
• Bellevue (Factoria)

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Deep knowledge of compliance frameworks (SOX, COBIT). Advanced understanding of technical IT domains (Operating Systems, Databases, Networks). Experience with complex IT control testing and validation.
• Strong data analytics and visualization skills. Ability to curate and maintain complex audit artifacts and system configurations.
• Primary liaison for external auditors, handling complex technical inquiries and walkthroughs. Translates for 1st Line technical teams to interpret audit requirements and design compliant controls.
• Leads root cause analysis discussions and present technical solutions. Independently manages audit programs and drives projects to completion without direct supervision.
• Design controls that are "compliant by design." Propose technical solutions based on deep-dive investigations into control failures.
• Creates and maintains the integrity of audit artifacts and system configurations.
• Ownership of end-to-end audit programs for high-risk or complex technical areas. Strategic approach to identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Ability to work autonomously, prioritize tasks, and ensure project completion.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Business, or a relevant field.
• 4-6 years of detailed IS audit experience.
• Strong understanding of SOX, COBIT, and technical IT domains (e.g., OS, DB, Network).
• Ability to work autonomously and drive projects to completion without direct supervision.
• Strong data analytics and visualization skills.
• Certification: CISA, CPA, or CIA preferred.

Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not transfer or sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (such as an H-1B visa) for this opportunity.

Additional Information

Expected base salary: $157,000 to $175,000

May be eligible for bonus following first year of continuous employment in position.

Expeditors offers competitive benefits to all full-time employees including:

• Paid vacation
• Holidays (10)
• Flexible Days (2)
• Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
• Commuter Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Educational Assistance and Reimbursement
• Position is full time (40 hours per week) Monday through Friday

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.