IT SOX Consultant

Benefits: Competitive salary Location Remote Experience Level Mid-Level (2 to 5 years of experience) Role Overview The IT SOX Consultant supports an established IT SOX Compliance team by executing control testing, evidence collection, workpaper documentation, walkthroughs, and day-to-day SOX compliance activities. Operating at an IT SOX Senior level, this hands-on role requires a solid understanding of IT control design, independent execution of assigned testing, clear communication with control owners, and the maintenance of audit-ready workpapers across multiple deadlines. Key Responsibilities ITGC Testing & Evidence Evaluation • Execute testing of IT General Controls (ITGCs) across assigned applications, systems, and technology processes. • Perform testing across logical access, user provisioning/termination, privileged access, periodic access reviews, change management, and computer operations. • Request, collect, and evaluate supporting evidence from control owners for completeness, accuracy, and relevance. • Document testing procedures, evidence reviewed, exceptions identified, and testing conclusions. Workpaper Documentation & Walkthroughs • Prepare detailed, organized, and audit-ready testing workpapers and evidence trails supporting testing conclusions. • Participate in and lead walkthroughs and control discussions with IT stakeholders and control owners. • Identify potential control gaps or exceptions, escalate findings appropriately, and assist with remediation and retesting. Program Coordination & Stakeholder Management • Maintain testing trackers and provide timely status updates to SOX management, Internal Audit, and external auditors. • Manage multiple assigned controls, evidence requests, and testing deliverables concurrently while meeting deadlines. • Assist with other technology risk, compliance, and IT SOX activities as needed. Required Qualifications • 2 to 5 years of relevant IT SOX, IT Audit, Technology Risk, or IT Controls experience. • Hands-on experience performing ITGC testing across logical access, change management, and computer operations. • Understanding of IT control design and operating effectiveness. • Proven experience preparing and maintaining SOX/audit workpapers and evidence trails. • Ability to independently request, review, and evaluate supporting control evidence. • Experience participating in control walkthroughs and stakeholder discussions. • Strong organization and task-prioritization skills to manage multiple controls and deadlines concurrently. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to work effectively in a remote environment. Preferred Qualifications • Experience collaborating directly with external audit teams. • Experience testing automated or IT-dependent application controls. • Familiarity with GRC / audit management platforms. • Exposure to ERP, cloud, SaaS, or enterprise technology environments. • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification or progress toward certification. Core Skills & Attributes • High level of attention to detail and workpaper quality. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to reach supported control conclusions. • Excellent interpersonal skills to interact professionally with IT stakeholders and external auditors. • Self-motivated mindset with the ability to operate independently with minimal direction. This is a remote position. Established in 2004, Smart Tech Skills is a top technology and professional services firm specializing in innovative technologies. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, the company effectively addresses clients’ technology needs nationwide, making advanced technology management easier.