Senior IAM MAP Control Tester

Spectraforce Technologies; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

1 day onsite per week

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies in Oakland, CA is seeking a Senior IAM MAP Control Tester for a 3-month contract, hybrid model with 1 day on-site per week.

The role focuses on IAM compliance testing, ITGCs, and alignment to NIST framework principles, requiring strong technical audit expertise and collaboration with IT teams.

Local candidates only; candidate laptop provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or a related field is required.
• 5+ years IT Audit or IT Compliance experience with ITGC and NIST-aligned testing.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and lookup formulas.

Responsibilities

• Support the IAM MAP Lead in executing IAM compliance testing.
• Drive planning and execution of IT compliance testing with walkthroughs and control tests.
• Document audit-ready narratives and validate control design with system owners.
• Review test plans and evidence to ensure alignment with Internal Audit standards.
• Identify IT control deficiencies and track remediation to closure.
• Coordinate evidence collection with owners and stakeholders.
• Develop data analysis and reporting outputs using Excel to support conclusions.
• Partner with IT and Security teams to resolve control gaps and support audit readiness.

Skills

IAM control testing

Auditing collaboration

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field

Tools

Excel

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

Job description

Senior IAM MAP Control Tester

3 Months

Oakland, CA 94612 (Hybrid - 1 day onsite per week)

LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY

Role Overview

The Senior IAM MAP Control Tester is responsible for executing Identity and Access Management (IAM) compliance testing in support of the IAM MAP. The role focuses on IT General Controls (ITGCs) and alignment to relevant NIST framework principles and requires strong technical audit expertise and close partnership with IT teams throughout project cycles.

Top Qualifications

• Hands on experience supporting IAM control testing, including planning, walkthroughs, testing execution, and results reporting.
• Proven success collaborating with external auditors and internal stakeholders during testing cycles.
• Strong data analysis skills, including advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, complex formulas).

Key Responsibilities

• Support the IAM MAP Lead in executing IAM compliance testing activities.
• Drive planning and execution of IT compliance testing, including walkthroughs and detailed control testing.
• Conduct complex control walkthroughs with system owners, validate control design, and document clear, audit ready narratives.
• Review test plans, evidence, and workpapers to ensure alignment with Internal Audit standards.
• Identify IT control deficiencies, provide remediation guidance, and track corrective actions to closure.
• Coordinate with system owners and stakeholders to ensure timely and complete evidence collection.
• Develop data analysis and reporting outputs using advanced Excel techniques to support testing conclusions.
• Partner with IT and Security teams to resolve control gaps and support audit readiness.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or a related field.
• 5+ years of IT Audit or IT Compliance experience, including ITGC and NIST aligned testing.
• Strong understanding of IT compliance requirements, control concepts, and audit methodology.
• Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, lookup functions, complex formulas).
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead workstreams under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, or CISSP.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Familiarity with control frameworks such as NIST and COBIT.
• Experience using audit and GRC tools.

Soft Skills

• Strategic and analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in fast paced, evolving compliance environments.

Logistics / Equipment

• Client laptop will be provided. In the event of delays, the candidate must be able to temporarily use a own device.
• Required equipment: Docking station (personal).

At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws.This position''s pay range is $60.00/hr - $70.00/hr.