IT Compliance Specialist- Chicago, IL (Candidates must be local to Chicago before applying)

Job Description

Job Description

Position: IT Compliance Specialist

Location: Chicago, IL (Fully onsite)

Contract: 9/28/2026- 9/25/2027

Pay Rate: $35.72/HR, Paid Weekly

Shift Availability: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST

PRIMARY PURPOSE
The IT Compliance Specialist, Assurance independently performs control testing
and documentation across ISO 27001, PCI DSS, SOC 2, and SOX ITGC. Manages issues and policy
exceptions in ServiceNow Integrated Risk Management (IRM), designs and executes UAT, and contributes
to IRM data/reporting (Data Analyst/Business Analyst/QA/Test Engineer responsibilities as needed).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•Plans and executes control tests; validates evidence sufficiency and traceability.
•Owns IRM records for issues and policy exceptions; ensures timely updates and closure.
•Designs UAT scripts for IRM changes; coordinates testers; tracks defects to resolution.
•Performs data quality routines; reconciles control catalogs, ownership, and status fields.
•Creates or enhances standard reports/dashboards for assurance KPIs and trends.
• Partners with system/control owners to remediate findings: documents remediation
•Contributes to method improvements (test templates, sampling guidance, quality checklists)

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
•Performs other duties as assigned.
•Travel as required

Skills & Knowledge
• Solid understanding of control testing methods, including sampling, walkthroughs, and reperformance

• Working proficiency with Service Now, IRM, including records management, workflows, UAT and reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills: intermediate proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or equivalent tools
• Clear and effective communication with control owners, ensuring consistent and high-quality documentation
• Ability to apply conceptual thinking and work, independently while managing multiple priorities
•Strong time management and organizational skills to handle competing tasks effectively
Ability to comply with company policies and applicable laws and regulations
•Comfortable with occasional travel and participation in meetings (virtual or in-person)
Solid understanding of control testing methods, including sampling, walkthroughs, and re
performance

Clear and effective communication with control owners, ensuring consistent and high-quality

Education and Licensing

Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science or related field from an accredited college or university preferred.

Certification preferred: ISO 27001 internal Auditor, PCI Professional (PCIP), CISA ( in progress).

Experience

5 years in IT compliance/audit/control testing or IRM/QA/data analysis

Working Conditions:

• May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment.
• The ability to lift up to 30lbs.
• Use of computers and technology.

Here at Canon Recruiting, People are our priority, and we are committed to Include Diversity in every segment of who we are. It is only through our Diversity; we are made a stronger organization and increase our ability to provide top tier candidates that our clients have come to know Canon for. We have an inclusive environment all employees are celebrated for their unique differences. The different perspectives and experiences of our workforce give us the competitive advantage that is essential for success in an ever-changing market. By promoting inclusion with the same enthusiasm, we devote to quality and competency and using the experience from a diverse assortment of backgrounds and experiences, Canon is able to improve the services and value we deliver to clients, employees, and customers. At Canon, Diversification and Inclusiveness are much more than a corporate ambition; they are a critical component in our daily corporate life. Canon Recruiting is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Canon Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. The pay range for this position is listed above. Base pay information is based on market location. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our range of benefits may include health care and 401(k) savings plans. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please email our HR team View email address on ziprecruiter.com