IT SOX Audit Manager

Protiviti is seeking an experienced IT SOX Audit Manager (m/f/x) for a key client based in Leiden. This interim assignment focuses on managing and executing the organization’s IT Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and audit activities, ensuring the effectiveness of IT General Controls (ITGCs), application controls, and supporting compliance with regulatory requirements.

The successful consultant will act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, collaborate with internal and external auditors, and drive remediation activities where control gaps are identified., * Lead and coordinate the execution of the annual IT SOX compliance program

• Assess, document, and test IT General Controls (ITGCs)
• Review and evaluate automated controls and key reports supporting financial processes
• Coordinate and manage interactions with external auditors
• Identify control deficiencies and support remediation planning and execution
• Provide guidance to IT, Finance, Risk, and Compliance stakeholders on SOX requirements and best practices
• Monitor remediation progress and ensure timely closure of audit findings
• Prepare audit documentation, testing evidence, and management reporting
• Support process improvements and control optimization initiatives
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management.

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in IT Audit, IT SOX Compliance, Internal Audit, or IT Risk Management.
• Proven experience managing large-scale SOX programs within multinational organizations
• Strong knowledge of:
• Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulations
• IT General Controls (ITGC)
• Automated Application Controls
• Risk and Control Frameworks
• Experience working with external auditors (Big 4 environment preferred)
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and complex environment
• Experience within Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing, or other regulated industries is a strong advantage

Preferred Certifications

• CISA
• CIA
• CISSP
• CRISC
• CPA or equivalent audit qualification

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and project management capabilities
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Results-oriented and hands-on approach
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English