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The Information Technology General Controls (ITGC) Lead Analyst will be responsible for leading the design, implementation, and oversight of IT General Controls across the organization. This role ensures compliance with SOX, PCI-DSS, and internal policies while strengthening IT risk management and control effectiveness. The Lead Analyst will partner with IT, Finance, Audit, and Compliance teams to assess control environments, remediate deficiencies, and support audits.

Job Description:

Education :

+ Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, accounting, finance, or a related field.

+ Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT Management, or related discipline preferred.

+ Professional certifications preferred (e.g., CISA, CIA, or similar).

Work Experiences:

+ 7+ years of experience in IT audit, IT risk, IT security, or compliance within a corporate environment.

+ Experience in a SOX-compliant or publicly traded company environment.

+ Prior exposure to retail or consumer-facing industries is preferred.

+ Experience working with audit firms (internal or external) is highly desirable.

+ Demonstrated leadership in managing audit cycles, control testing, and remediation efforts.

Skills:

+ Strong knowledge of ITGC frameworks, including SOX, NIST CSF, and COBIT.

+ Understanding of IT processes such as change management, access management, backup/recovery, and IT operations.

+ Proficiency with GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) tools and IT ticketing systems.

+ Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

+ Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

+ Ability to interpret complex technical controls and translate for non-technical stakeholders.

+ Strong collaboration, influencing, and communication skills across business and IT teams.

+ Proficiency with GRC tools (e.g., ServiceNow GRC, Archer) is a plus.

Responsibilities:

+ Lead ITGC testing and ensure controls are designed, documented, and operating effectively.

+ Act as primary liaison with Internal Audit and External Auditors on ITGC-related matters.

+ Partner with IT teams to remediate control deficiencies and track progress.

+ Provide subject matter expertise on SOX, PCI, and internal control requirements.

+ Ensure proper documentation and evidence are maintained for compliance.

+ Drive continuous improvement of ITGC processes to enhance efficiency and reduce risk.

+ Train and mentor team members and promote a culture of compliance and accountability.

+ Support risk assessments, policy enforcement, and adoption of best practices.

Physical Requirements & Attendance

+ Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties

+ Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures, and rules governing professional staff behavior

+ May require extended hours during security incidents, audits, or critical project phases.

+ Regular office attendance is required.

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law. ​