IT SOX Manager

Are you an experienced IT Audit or Technology Risk professional looking to take ownership of a global IT SOX programme? Our client, a fast-growing international organisation undergoing significant systems transformation, is seeking an IT SOX Manager to lead the design, testing and continuous improvement of IT General Controls (ITGCs) and system-related SOX controls. This is a high-visibility role offering extensive cross-functional exposure, the opportunity to work alongside senior stakeholders, and the chance to help shape a maturing controls environment.

Your new role As the IT SOX Manager, you will be responsible for delivering the end-to-end IT SOX assurance programme, including:

• Leading scoping, risk assessment, test planning, execution, and reporting
• Performing ITGC testing across key domains including change management, logical access, and IT operations
• Reviewing and validating IT application controls (ITACs) and key report controls
• Preparing high-quality documentation and working papers to support audit conclusions
• Reviewing and quality-assuring the work of other team members
• Overseeing technical system testing including configuration and security controls
• Identifying control deficiencies and partnering with technology teams on remediation plans
• Acting as a key liaison with external auditors
• Working closely with Finance SOX, Compliance and Technology Risk teams to ensure integrated assurance coverage

• Significant experience in IT SOX, IT Audit or Technology Risk
• Strong hands-on ITGC and ITAC testing experience in a SOX environment
• Knowledge of major ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics 365, IFS etc.)
• Background in Big 4/Big 6 or a complex in-house controls environment (desired)
• Relevant certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP or CISM (preferred)
• Strong understanding of control frameworks (COBIT, NIST)
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate technical controls into business impacts
• High attention to detail and strong analytical capability