Senior Sox IT Tester

Insight Global; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 89,544 - 103,320; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading staffing company is seeking a Senior SOX IT Tester in Oakland, California, to execute Sarbanes-Oxley compliance testing focused on IT General Controls. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of IT Audit experience, a Bachelor's degree in related fields, and strong communication skills. This contract position offers a pay range of $65 - $75 per hour and includes benefits like medical insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of IT Audit experience, including SOX ITGC testing.
• Strong knowledge of SOX compliance requirements and IT control concepts.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and lead projects under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support SOX Lead on ITGC testing efforts.
• Drive planning and execution for quarterly SOX IT compliance testing.
• Identify IT control deficiencies and provide remediation guidance.

Skills

IT Audit experience

SOX ITGC testing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information systems or related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Audit tools

Job description

Base Pay Range

$65.00/hr - $75.00/hr

The Senior SOX IT Tester will execute Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance testing activities focused exclusively on IT General Controls (ITGCs). This role requires deep technical expertise in IT audit and the ability to partner with IT and Internal Audit.

Key Responsibilities

• Support SOX Lead on ITGC testing efforts.
• Drive planning and execution for quarterly SOX IT compliance testing.
• Conduct complex ITGC walkthroughs with system owners, validate control design, and document narratives.
• Review test plans, evidence, and workpapers to ensure compliance with internal audit standards.
• Identify IT control deficiencies, provide strategic remediation guidance, and track corrective actions.
• Coordinate with system contacts to ensure timely evidence collection and completion of testing.
• Utilize advanced Excel skills for data analysis, dashboards, and reporting automation.
• Partner with IT teams to resolve control gaps and support audit readiness.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of IT Audit experience, including SOX ITGC testing.
• Strong knowledge of SOX compliance requirements, COSO framework, and IT control concepts.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and lead projects under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Soft Skills

• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Effective stakeholder communication and leadership presence.
• Ability to adapt to evolving compliance requirements and fast-paced environments.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function and Industries

Information Technology, Utilities

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)