VP, Business Assurance Services

Who are we?Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You'll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.The Equinix Business Assurance Services Department (BAS) provides independent, objective assurance and advisory services, creating value for the organization and improving Company operations and performance. The team brings a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes. This position reports functionally to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and administratively to the Chief Financial Officer. The position requires a person adept in balancing the dual roles of independent, objective assurance provider and collaborative, consultative business partner.Responsibilities:Develop a flexible annual assurance and advisory plan using risk-based methodologies and aligned with key company risks, priorities, and initiativesImplement the annual assurance and advisory plan based on Audit Committee and senior leadership guidance and supportAssess processes, systems, and controls to identify deficiencies, gaps, root causes, and systemic themes, enabling sustainable remediationInform the Audit Committee and senior leadership of emerging trends and best-practices in governance, risk, and complianceOwn and evolve the SOX Compliance program, ensuring clarity of ownership, execution discipline, and auditor relianceLeverage analytics, automation, and AI to drive effi