Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible a Better Future.

What We Offer

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

You’ll also benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more about careers at Applied.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute audit programs within defined project timelines, handling high complexity, risk, and subjective judgment. Work independently with periodic review and follow-up.
• Participate in audit planning for assigned operational audits or advisory projects. Conduct process interviews and walkthroughs, document key attributes, and strive to become a subject matter expert in scope areas. Refine standards and support junior auditors during planning.
• Conduct audit fieldwork in accordance with GIA and IIA standards. Apply the project RACI framework to meet objectives, design testing attribuet per assigned scopes, ensure work papers are complete, and maintain quality and re-performance standards. Contribute to the development of audit methodologies and templates, and recommend scope adjustments based on professional judgment.
• Identify audit findings within assigned scope. Review methodology, evidence, and conclusions with the Project Manager. Draft findings using standard formats and consolidate reports. Present findings to stakeholders, project teams, and the CAE. Support junior auditors in issue resolution.
• Ensures work papers and scope descriptions are complete in AuditBoard.
• Support timely receipt of management action plans and ensure all follow-up actions are completed for audit closure.
• Track audit findings quarterly to monitor remediation status, gather evidence, and report progress to the Project Manager and CAE until full closure.
• Lead small-scale operational audit or advisory projects, ensuring alignment with audit objectives and stakeholder expectations.
• Conduct SOX testing and update the PMO on issue status. May lead SOX engagements for specific control areas.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates strong conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline, with foundational understanding of related areas.

Business Expertise

• Applies knowledge of best practices and understands how own area integrates with others. Maintains awareness of competitive landscape and market differentiators.

Leadership

• Serves as a resource for less experienced colleagues. May lead small-scale projects with manageable risk and resource requirements.

Problem Solving

• Resolves complex issues by applying new perspectives to existing solutions. Exercises sound judgment based on analysis from multiple information sources.

Interpersonal Skills

• Influences a broad range of business stakeholders through audit findings and proactive relationship management, driving alignment and remediation across functions.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Relocation Eligible: No