Sr IT Compliance Lead Manager

We are seeking a Senior IT Compliance Manager. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in IT compliance, operational audits, risk management, and vendor compliance programs. This role requires a strategic problem solver with excellent leadership skills to ensure the delivery of high quality audit outcomes across global operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the lifecycle of IT Operations Audit, Compliance Management, and Vendor Compliance, including risk assessment, scoping, control design, and testing to mitigate technology and data risks.
• Lead end to end operational audit engagements, including planning, risk assessment, defining audit scope, developing audit programs, executing testing, and documenting results.
• Evaluate the impact of new operations, systems, and policies on the vendor compliance program.
• Conduct system control readiness reviews, track remediation of deficiencies, and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Implement automation and continuous monitoring to enhance compliance efficiency.
• Review procedures and supporting evidence to determine whether internal controls are being properly applied.
• Lead or execute compliance audits and risk assessments within established control areas.
• Test and document complex computer system records for information system integrity and transaction accuracy and report discrepancies.
• Prepare formal audit reports, communicate results to management, provide recommendations, identify compliance issues, and determine root causes.
• Coordinate with external auditors and report compliance activities to senior leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Information Systems, Accounting, or a related field.
• Master's degree or CISA, CPA, or CIA certification is preferred.
• 10 plus years of audit experience in IT Compliance, IT Operations Audit, SOX Compliance, or similar roles with deep hands on knowledge of SOX and IT General Controls.
• Background in a Big Four accounting firm or equivalent experience as an IT Compliance Leader in a public company.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels.
• Proficiency in audit tools such as Audit Board, Fastpath, or similar platforms.