Lead Auditor

Job Description

Lead Auditor (AI Compliance & Risk) Join Certifyi’s Mission

Certifyi is seeking a Lead Auditor who thrives on automating compliance, driving risk management innovation, and building organizational trust. As a key member of our team, you’ll enable organizations to seamlessly achieve compliance with global standards like SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and HIPAA at scale, and with cutting-edge AI.

• Lead Audits & Assessments: Plan, execute, and report on audits of AI, data, and technological systems aligned with global frameworks (ISO 42001, ISO 27001, NIST AI RMF, EU AI Act, SOC 2, and more).
• Automate Evidence Collection: Leverage Certifyi’s AI-driven platform to automate evidence gathering, controls testing, and reporting, simplifying audits and reducing manual effort.
• Continuous Compliance Monitoring: Oversee continuous monitoring and risk assessments, ensuring organizations maintain compliance year-round and can quickly address emerging non-compliance or vulnerabilities.
• Risk Identification & Mitigation: Proactively identify compliance gaps, operational risks, and control weaknesses. Provide actionable recommendations using AI-powered analytics and predictive insights.
• Technical Leadership: Advise clients and internal teams on best practices for compliance automation, data governance, and risk controls. Mentor junior auditors and guide multidisciplinary teams.
• Stakeholder Communication: Translate complex audit findings into clear, business-focused recommendations. Foster trust by delivering transparent, actionable audit reports to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Process Improvement & Innovation: Champion new methodologies in audit automation, AI safety auditing, and continuous improvement. Stay current on evolving regulations, standards, and assurance best practices.
• Trusted Advisory: Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, supporting them through audits, regulatory changes, and high-stakes compliance projects.

• Experience: 5+ years in auditing, risk management, information security, or compliance. Minimum 2 years leading audits or assurance programs, and at least 2 years engaging with AI, data, or IT governance.
• Certifications: Preferred credentials such as ISO 42001 Lead Auditor, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, CISA, CISSP, CPA, or similar.
• Regulatory Mastery: Demonstrated expertise in international compliance standards and frameworks (ISO 27001/42001, SOC 2, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA, EU AI Act, US & UK AI regulation).
• Tech Savvy: Ability to assess modern AI, data, and cloud-based GRC solutions. Experience with compliance automation platforms is a strong plus.
• Leadership & Communication: Proven ability as a team lead, trainer, and communicator skilled at explaining findings, risks, and recommendations to varied audiences.
• Languages: Professional proficiency in English is required; knowledge of other languages is a bonus.
• Proactive & Agile: Self-starter who adapts quickly, excels in dynamic environments, and thrives in scaling startups with a global outlook.
• Ethics & Integrity: Commitment to audit objectivity, transparency, and upholding the highest ethical standards.

• Global Impact: Your work will help automate compliance, reduce organizational risk, and streamline certifications for entities worldwide.
• Scalability: Partner with organizations of every size, from startups to enterprises and across many industries.
• Innovation: Join a team pioneering the future of compliance through AI-driven automation and actionable insights.
• Work Culture: Autonomy, flexibility, and collaboration in a diverse and open culture with regular team events.
• Competitive Package: Salary and benefits aligned with your skills and experience.

Ready to empower organizations and build trust through smarter assurance?