IT SOX Risk and Compliance Consultant
Job#: 2090800
Job Description:
Position: IT SOX R&C Consultant
Location: Remote
Duration: 6 month contract
For applicants who are interested in this opportunity; please send a Word resume to Alexa Whalen, Professional Recruiter, at .
We are seeking a highly motivated IT SOX R&C Consultant with a strong background in IT SOX compliance to join the IT SOX Risk & Compliance team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT General Controls (ITGCs) and IT application controls (ITACs) design, operation and validation to ensure effectiveness. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with SOX requirements through supporting operation of controls, enhancing control frameworks, and driving continuous improvement in compliance practices.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with Control Owners to design, implement, operate, and enhance SOX controls for compliance. Provide expert guidance on creating effective and scalable controls tailored to the organization’s needs.
Map and document processes as required, identifying opportunities for improvement to ensure alignment with SOX compliance standards. Recommend and implement enhancements to control structures for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
Ensure Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and controls are comprehensively documented using approved templates and formats, reflecting compliance with SOX standards.
Respond to audit findings by preparing detailed remediation plans. Work toward timely resolution and closure of issues in alignment with client and organizational requirements.
Work with external vendors to ensure timely delivery of SOC reports and complete SOC report evaluation with control owners. Review SOC evaluations to identify exceptions and confirm that appropriate complementary controls are in place and operating effectively.
Lead efforts to identify, design, and implement new controls as the organization evolves. Ensure new controls are aligned with SOX requirements.
Facilitate the continuous improvement of processes and controls to deliver greater efficiency, reliability, and compliance with SOX standards.
Act as a liaison between internal/external auditors and IT, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration throughout audit periods.
Ensure audit documentation is appropriately provided to internal/external auditors as part of the annual audit period.
- Regularly support audits and compliance efforts through detailed documentation and timely responses.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Information Technology, Business Administration or a related field (preferred).
In-depth knowledge of SOX compliance standards and frameworks.
Strong understanding of IT general controls, audit processes, and risk mitigation strategies.
Proficiency in documenting processes and controls with limited information and guidance.
Experience collaborating with external vendors and evaluating SOC reports.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in teams and independently in a fast-paced environment.
Certification such as CISA, CPA, CISSP, CISM or relevant equivalents (preferred).
Experience with auditing tools such as Microsoft Sentinel, Dell Boomi, CyberArk, Microsoft Azure (preferred not required).
EEO Employer
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview:Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.