Head of Internal Audit

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned, self-motivated finance leader to be head of internal audit, reporting to the chair of the Audit and Finance Committee and administratively to the CFO. The Vice President, Internal Audit has an enterprise-wide role in strengthening governance and controls, improving business processes, ensuring financial and operational integrity, and promoting compliance. The ideal candidate will have high integrity and possess strong leadership skills, an independent and objective mindset, sound business acumen, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to shape the future of the audit function in an evolving digital environment.

Key Responsibilities

Comprehensive Integrated Audit program

• Develop and execute a risk-based audit plan to evaluate business processes, information technology and related security activities, financial processes and controls, and compliance.
• Ensure audit findings are clearly communicated to stakeholders and appropriate corrective actions are taken.
• Lead the enterprise bi-annual risk assessment process in collaboration with senior leadership.

Audit Function Leadership

• Champion the principles of integrity, objectivity, confidentiality, and professional competence.
• Set and manage goals, budgets, and resource plans aligned with company risks and priorities.
• Cultivate team development and ensure audit staff maintain relevant expertise, certifications, and capabilities to meet requirements of the function.
• Drive implementation of technology-enabled, data-driven methodologies and tools to enhance audit quality and operational efficiency.
• Provide regular reports to the Audit Committee on audit program status, significant audit findings, investigations of serious misconduct, enterprise risk assessments, and status of SOX testing.

Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Compliance

• Coordinate with the SOX program management office, business and IT process leads, and external auditors to develop and execute management testing to comply with the SOX Act.
• Ensure SOX testing is timely, high-quality, and cost efficient, maximizing reliance opportunities.

Internal Investigations

• Lead internal investigations into allegations of fraud, conflicts of interest, and other misconduct in coordination with appropriate Legal, HR, and other Keysight or external personnel.
• Ensure investigations are conducted with discretion, rigor, and integrity with outcomes that are appropriately reviewed and implemented.

• Advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. Professional certifications a plus (e.g., Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA))
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in finance, audit, or a related field, including at least 5 years of experience in a leadership role within the technology sector
• Working knowledge of internal audit methodologies, risk management frameworks, and requirements defined by IIA standards, SEC reporting, GAAP, and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404
• Strong commitment to principles of integrity, independence, and objectivity
• Proven ability to constructively challenge business leaders and influence cross-functional stakeholders to drive improvements in risk management and business processes
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with demonstrated success engaging senior leaders on complex topics
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and a working knowledge of core business processes and risk areas relevant to the technology sector
• Digitally savvy, with the ability to identify emerging technology risks within the business and to leverage data analytics, automation, and AI to enhance audit effectiveness and efficiency

Careers Privacy Statement***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***

The level of role will be based on applicable experience, education and skills; Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.

Santa Rosa, CA pay range: MINIMUM $240,140.00, MIDPOINT: $320,180.00, MAX $400,230.00

Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region

This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program

US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Accident, Disability insurance
• Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Discounts, Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)