Head of Internal Audit (Web3)

TL;DR

Head of Internal Audit (Web3): Leading and scaling the company's third line of defense and risk-based audit program for a global digital asset infrastructure provider with an accent on SOX compliance and internal controls. Focus on managing SOC 1/SOC 2 audits, coordinating with external auditors, and advising the Board on operational risk.

Location: Full-time onsite in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States

Company

hirify.global is a leading infrastructure provider of digital asset solutions, specializing in custody, wallets, staking, and settlement services for institutional and retail clients.

What you will do

• Own and mature the SOX compliance framework, including the annual ICFR testing plan.
• Serve as the primary internal owner for SOC 1, SOC 2, and CCSS audits across engineering, security, and finance.
• Direct co-sourced audit resources for operational and compliance audits across global regulated entities.
• Manage relationships and coordinate requests with external auditors to ensure an efficient audit process.
• Deliver high-quality reporting on audit results and risk themes to the Board of Directors and senior management.
• Develop a dynamic, risk-based annual internal audit plan aligned with strategic priorities.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in internal audit or public accounting, including leadership of audit functions.
• Deep expertise in SOX/ICFR compliance, control design evaluation, and deficiency assessment.
• Hands-on experience managing SOC 1 and SOC 2 readiness and examination processes.
• Experience auditing regulated financial services entities.
• Proven ability to manage third-party audit providers and review their work product.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.

Nice to have

• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, and/or CISA.
• Experience in the digital assets industry (custody, trading, staking, or settlement).
• Knowledge of federally chartered trust bank regulations and OCC guidance.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary, bonus, and stock options.
• 100% company-paid health insurance for employees and dependents.
• Up to 4% 401k company match.
• Paid parental leave and paid vacation.
• Free commuter/parking pass and on-site custom lunches, dinners, and snacks.