Global IT Compliance & Controls Specialist

Hexa People; Portugal; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexa Group is seeking a Global IT Internal Control Specialist to strengthen IT compliance, risk management, and control design across a multi-geography framework. You will partner with process owners to test controls and drive remediation actions while balancing security requirements with business operations.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in IT audit/compliance, a solid IT/IS background, knowledge of ITGC and automated controls, and may hold CISA or CISM credentials.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in IT audit, compliance, or internal control.
• Solid foundation in information systems and technology.
• Hands-on audit testing and control gap identification.

Responsibilities

• Design and operate IT internal control testing across scoped systems and apps.
• Coordinate with process/app owners to evaluate control gaps and remediation impacts.
• Lead deficiency analyses and assist in actionable remediation plans.
• Organize follow-up meetings and steering committees for corrective actions.

Skills

IT audit

ITGC

Automated controls

Security frameworks

CISA

CISM

Job description

About the job Global IT Internal Control Specialist

Role Overview

This opportunity centers on driving IT compliance, quality, and control standards across a multi-geography corporate framework. You will play a pivotal role in assessing organizational IT risks, evaluating control design and operating effectiveness, and spearheading key remediation initiatives. Working at the intersection of technology, data, and risk management, you will actively collaborate with internal stakeholders and audit teams to ensure seamless adherence to international regulatory standards, robust control frameworks, and evolving cybersecurity practices without hindering ongoing business operations.

Key Responsibilities

The position involves conducting rigorous IT internal control activities, including design and operating effectiveness testing across scoped systems and applications. Day-to-day duties require close coordination with process and application owners to evaluate control gaps, perform thorough deficiency impact analyses, and assist teams in establishing actionable remediation plans. Additionally, the role entails organizing regular follow-up meetings and steering committees, tracking the implementation of corrective actions, and facilitating knowledge sharing and training to foster a strong compliance culture across global tech and digital units.

Requirements

Candidates should have a minimum of three years of targeted experience in IT audit, compliance, or internal control, supported by a solid foundation in Information Systems and Technology or technology consulting. A strong, proven mastery of IT General Controls (ITGC), automated controls, and security frameworks is essential, alongside hands-on experience in audit testing and control gap identification. Professional credentials such as CISA or CISM are highly advantageous. Success in this position demands exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, analytical precision, high autonomy, and an adaptable, collaborative mindset capable of navigating complex, changing environments.