Lead IT Compliance Auditor

Back Lead IT Compliance Auditor Audit IT Fort Worth , Texas Dallas:IT:Direct Hire Jul 24, 2026 Lead IT Compliance Auditor #10899 Position Summary The Lead IT Compliance Auditor will support the IT Compliance team by proactively identifying control deficiencies before they result in Internal Audit or external audit findings. This role will focus on IT SOX readiness, control testing, remediation, and strengthening the overall IT control environment. This is an individual-contributor role with potential for future leadership opportunities. Key Responsibilities Perform ongoing testing of IT general controls and application controls. Identify control gaps, documentation weaknesses, and potential deficiencies before formal audit testing. Partner with IT control owners to strengthen controls and remediate issues. Support the planning and execution of the IT SOX compliance program. Evaluate control design and operating effectiveness. Prepare clear, detailed workpapers and communicate findings and recommendations. Monitor corrective-action plans and validate remediation. Identify recurring issues, emerging risks, and opportunities to improve controls. Coordinate with Internal Audit, external auditors, and third-party specialists. Support SOC, PCI-DSS, operational, and other technology-related compliance reviews. Provide technical guidance to less-experienced members of the IT Compliance team. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Two or more years of IT audit, IT compliance, technology risk, or SOX experience. Public accounting IT audit experience required; Big Four experience strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of IT SOX, IT general controls, and control remediation. Experience identifying potential control failures before formal audit testing. Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with employees at all levels. CISA, CIA, or similar certification preferred. Financial services, retail, or multi-unit experience preferred. Bilingual English and Spanish skills are a plus. Travel of less than 10% may be required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Thomas, Edwards Group