Security Analyst III

Security Analyst III | Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States Security Analyst III - IT SOX Compliance (Hybrid - Allentown, PA)

About the Role

Join a Fortune 500 environment as a Security Analyst III, focused on elevating the effectiveness and efficiency of our IT SOX Compliance program. This hybrid contract role (in-office Tuesday-Thursday) offers the opportunity to spearhead risk assessments, drive process improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust internal controls over financial reporting. Ideal for professionals seeking to leverage deep SOX expertise while influencing compliance strategies and automation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Author and maintain detailed control narratives for IT general controls, application controls, and system development controls
• Evaluate IT systems/applications for SOX relevance, conduct scoping, and recommend control enhancements
• Review SOC1 reports for third-party providers, document findings, and recommend remediation
• Perform operational effectiveness testing of controls and validate remediation closure
• Deliver timely compliance status reports and represent IT in audits and compliance meetings
• Identify and implement operational improvements and automation opportunities for IT SOX processes
• Train and mentor IT control owners to enhance evidence quality and consistency
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to integrate security controls across infrastructure and applications

Required Skills and Experience

• 10+ years supporting enterprise IT SOX programs in large organizations
• Extensive knowledge of SOX requirements, ITGCs, and control frameworks
• Demonstrated experience in authoring control narratives, risk assessments, and control testing
• Skilled in reviewing and assessing SOC1 reports
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and project management abilities
• Strong organizational skills and acute attention to detail

Preferred Skills

• Advanced understanding of automation solutions within IT SOX
• Hands-on experience with control remediation and process improvement initiatives
• Training or mentoring experience in IT compliance environments

Benefits

• Exposure to industry-leading compliance programs in a Fortune 500 setting
• Hybrid work schedule promoting work-life balance
• Opportunity to drive automation and operational enhancements
• Collaborative, growth-focused team culture

How to Apply

Ready to make an impact? Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your IT SOX compliance experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.