Technology Compliance Analyst

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The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers while setting a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency, we value the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings and are committed to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day.

So, if you are talented, driven, creative, and eager to join a dynamic, globally‑connected team, then we want to talk!

We are looking for a Technology Compliance Analyst who will assist with the Compliance program, which includes Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX), Service Organization Controls (SOC), and other compliance initiatives. The Analyst assists in leading the company’s implementation, maintenance, and remediation of compliance control initiatives and further develops company‑wide IT control standards, managing and participating in IT control‑related projects. The role partners with stakeholders throughout the company—including Engineering, Finance, Information Security, Technical Account Management, Support, and Security Operations—to identify solutions, process improvements, and further security compliance control‑related initiatives.

• Conduct periodic internal reviews or audits to ensure that compliance procedures are followed.
• Collaborate with 3rd‑party auditors to execute the compliance program to ensure that technology and business processes meet compliance.
• Assist with preparing compliance status reports for internal management, clients, and auditors.
• Perform testing and validation of IT General Controls (ITGCs), automated application controls, and key reports across multiple audits (e.g., SOX, SOC, and other compliance initiatives).
• Document test procedures, results, and remediation steps for identified issues.
• Collaborate with engineering and business teams to address control gaps and ensure timely remediation.
• Support walkthroughs and evidence collection for internal and external auditors.
• Communicate complex IT issues in simple terms to team members.
• Build productive working relationships with peers, stakeholders, and management.
• Work with other team members to develop best practices and a base of knowledge for future use.
• Stay current with emerging issues affecting the IT auditing profession.

• BS or BA in a relevant field (Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, Economics, Accounting).
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA or CIA (preferred).
• 2+ years of public accounting experience;
  Big 4 preferred.
• Experience with high‑technology companies and proficiency with issues typical for technology companies with complex IT environments.
• Experience with Sarbanes‑Oxley, PCAOB, AICPA, SOC and COSO framework.
• Hands‑on experience testing IT General Controls (ITGCs), automated application controls, and key reports for multiple audits.
• Ability to design and execute test plans, document results, and support remediation efforts.
• Familiarity with control testing methodologies and evidence collection for internal and external audits.
• Experience supporting process improvements, coordinating projects, and assisting with change management initiatives.
• Understanding of the Trust Services Principles, including security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently, manage tasks to completion, meet deadlines, and escape issues when necessary.
• Experience with Audit Board or similar GRC platforms (preferred).
• Ability to make effective and independent judgments, including the ability to develop creative solutions to difficult problems.
• Ability to summarize complex and/or technical information into easy‑to‑understand pieces.
• Ability to understand latest industry trends and their potential impact on the company.
• Outstanding communication skills (written and verbal, interpersonal, analytical, negotiating, and problem‑solving).
• Familiarity with privacy subject…