Vice President, Internal Audit

Datadog’s Finance organization partners across the business to enable scalable, sustainable growth. As Vice President, Internal Audit, you will build and lead a modern, risk-based internal audit and enterprise risk management function within a high-growth, global SaaS company. Reporting administratively to the Chief Accounting Officer and functionally to the Audit Committee, you will provide independent, objective assurance and advisory services that strengthen our control environment and enhance enterprise risk visibility. This is a strategic leadership role with the opportunity to shape governance, influence executive decision-making, and support Datadog’s continued global expansion.

At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit plan aligned to Datadog’s strategic priorities through operational internal audits in both IT and business processes


• Serve as the primary liaison to the Audit Committee, preparing and presenting quarterly updates on risk, controls, and audit results


• Lead the enterprise-wide risk assessment and evolve Datadog’s enterprise risk management framework


• Oversee SOX 404 compliance, including annual risk assessment, scoping, testing strategy, and optimization initiatives


• Provide independent insight to executive leadership on emerging risks, including cybersecurity, AI governance, global expansion, regulatory change, and data privacy


• Build and scale a modern internal audit function leveraging data analytics, automation, continuous monitoring, and strong cross-functional partnerships

Who You Are:

• 15+ years of progressive experience in public accounting and/or internal audit, including leadership experience within a public technology or SaaS company


• Deep expertise in SOX 404, PCAOB standards, US GAAP, SEC reporting, and IT controls


• Experience presenting to executive leadership and Audit Committees, with the ability to influence at the highest levels


• Proven track record of building and scaling internal audit teams in high-growth, global environments


• Strong understanding of enterprise risk management frameworks, such as COSO


• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA are preferred

Datadog values people from all walks of life. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. That's okay. If you’re passionate about technology and want to grow your skills, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits and Growth:

• Generous and competitive benefits package


• New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan


• Continuous career development and pathing opportunities


• Employee-focused best in class onboarding


• Internal mentor and cross-departmental buddy program


• Friendly and inclusive workplace culture

Benefits and Growth listed above may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Datadog.