Senior IT Compliance Analyst - Business Applications

Western Digital; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work options

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a skilled Senior IT Compliance Analyst for its Business Applications team in San Jose, California. This mid-senior level position focuses on ensuring adherence to compliance standards in IT systems. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in IT compliance, knowledge of frameworks like COBIT and ISO 27001, and strong analytical skills. The position offers opportunities for growth in a dynamic work environment alongside a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT compliance or a similar role within the technology sector.
• In-depth knowledge of IT compliance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, and ISO 27001.
• Proven track record of implementing and maintaining effective compliance programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain IT compliance programs aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze complex data sets to evaluate the effectiveness of compliance controls.
• Provide guidance and training to staff on IT compliance policies and procedures.

Skills

IT compliance knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

Compliance management software

Job description

Senior IT Compliance Analyst - Business Applications

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior IT Compliance Analyst to join our Business Applications team in San Jose, United States. In this critical role, you will be responsible for ensuring our organization’s IT systems and processes adhere to relevant compliance standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain IT compliance programs aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Support IT Management to comply with risk assessments and audits of business applications and IT systems to identify potential compliance issues
• Analyze complex data sets to evaluate the effectiveness of compliance controls and generate comprehensive reports for stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement corrective actions and improve compliance processes
• Stay up‑to‑date with evolving IT compliance regulations and industry best practices
• Provide guidance and training to staff on IT compliance policies and procedures
• Manage and oversee compliance‑related projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards
• Liaise with internal and external auditors and regulatory bodies during compliance reviews and audits
• Develop and maintain documentation for IT compliance policies, procedures, and controls

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in IT compliance or a similar role within the technology sector
• In‑depth knowledge of IT compliance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, and ISO 27001
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements including SOX, GDPR, and HIPAA
• Proven track record of implementing and maintaining effective compliance programs
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and generate actionable insightsProficiency in compliance management software and business applications
• Strong risk assessment and management capabilities
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Relevant certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CRISC are highly desirable
• Experience with IT governance and information security best practices

Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person's gender identity, gender expression, and gender‑related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person's assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non‑discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [e-mail] to advise us of your accommodation request.

Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will 03/08/2026 (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this posting with a new anticipated application deadline.

Compensation & Benefits Details

• An employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs.
• The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California, Colorado and New York. This range may be modified in the future.
• If your position is non‑exempt, you are eligible for overtime pay pursuant to company policy and applicable laws. You may also be eligible for shift differential pay, depending on the shift to which you are assigned.
• You will be eligible to be considered for bonuses under either Western Digital’s Short Term Incentive Plan (“STI Plan”) or the Sales Incentive Plan (“SIP”) which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance, depending on your role and your performance. You may be eligible to participate in our annual Long‑Term Incentive (LTI) program, which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents, pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan. Please note that not all roles are eligible to participate in the LTI program, and not all roles are eligible for equity under the LTI plan. RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires, subject to Western Digital’s Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax‑advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program; employee stock purchase plan; and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan.
• Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Western Digital Ethics Helpline or email [e-mail].

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Computer Hardware Manufacturing, Computers and Electronics Manufacturing, and Semiconductor Manufacturing