SOC 2 Assurance Lead — Audit Readiness & Compliance

MathWorks; Natick (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

MathWorks seeks a Senior Security Assurance Engineer to lead and mature our SOC 2 program, coordinating external audits and building a robust audit readiness framework. You will collaborate with Engineering, IT, Security, Privacy and Legal to strengthen controls and governance across the organization.

Join a team that champions security, governance, and continuous improvement in a hybrid work environment, with Natick, MA as a core location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field with security/compliance experience.
• Hands-on experience with SOC 2 audits, ITGCs, and control testing.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience with GRC platforms and external certification engagements.

Responsibilities

• Own the external SOC 2 certification effort, including scope management, control readiness, auditor coordination, evidence collection, and certification outcomes.
• Plan and execute internal audits across ITGCs, application controls, IAM controls, and security processes.
• Partner with Engineering, IT, Security, Privacy, Legal, and business teams to embed compliance into day-to-day operations.
• Translate SOC 2 requirements into practical guidance for technical and non-technical stakeholders and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

SOC 2

Audit coordination

GRC

ITGCs

Stakeholder management

Policy and controls

Project management

Security compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

PhD (alternative)

Tools

GRC platforms

Job description

MathWorks seeks a Senior Security Assurance Engineer to lead and mature our SOC 2 program, coordinating external audits and building a robust audit readiness framework. You will collaborate with Engineering, IT, Security, Privacy and Legal to strengthen controls and governance across the organization.

Join a team that champions security, governance, and continuous improvement in a hybrid work environment, with Natick, MA as a core location.