IT Compliance Auditor

Compunnel, Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT compliance firm is seeking an experienced IT Compliance Auditor based in Irving, Texas. You will analyze internal processes and third-party documentation, assess IT risks, and support compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate will have 5 to 7 years of related experience and a solid understanding of IT risk frameworks. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in IT compliance, risk management, GRC, or internal audit.
• Strong understanding of PCI and/or NIST 800-53 frameworks.
• Ability to convey complex ideas to various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyze internal processes and third-party vendor documentation for IT standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess IT risks and recommend controls.
• Document IT risks and prepare reports for senior leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Negotiation skills

Critical analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

We are seeking an experienced IT Compliance Auditor to analyze internal processes and third-party vendor documentation, identify gaps against IT standards, and support compliance initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, communication, and project management skills, with a solid understanding of IT risk frameworks and governance practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze internal processes and third-party vendor documentation to identify gaps against IT standards and requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to assess IT risks, recommend mitigating controls, and evaluate security and operational impacts.
• Document IT risks and prepare reports for senior leadership.
• Support PCI-DSS compliance activities to maintain organizational compliance.
• Perform additional Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) duties as assigned by the IT Risk Management team.

Required Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in IT compliance, risk management, GRC, or internal audit with a focus on technology assessments.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex ideas to various stakeholders.
• Excellent negotiation and critical analysis skills.
• Strong project management capabilities.
• Ability to challenge and escalate responses when necessary, based on process understanding.
• Solid understanding of PCI and/or NIST 800-53 frameworks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the retail industry or within Fortune 500 companies.