Job Details

Primary Job Title

Senior Cyber Security Controls Assessor

Alternate/Related Job Titles

• Senior IT SOX Controls Tester
• Senior IT Audit and Compliance Analyst
• ITGC Controls Assessor

Location

Oakland, CA (Local candidates only – Hybrid role)

Onsite Flexibility

Hybrid (on‑site as required)

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 8 months
• Start: As Soon As Possible
• Pay Rate: $70.00 – $75.00 per hour (based on experience)
• Shift / Hours: Standard business hours, Monday–Friday

Job Summary

The Senior Cyber Security Controls Assessor (SOX IT Tester) is responsible for leading and executing Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) IT General Controls (ITGC) testing to ensure compliance and audit readiness. This position requires deep IT audit expertise, excellent analytical capabilities, and hands‑on experience collaborating with internal teams and external auditors. The ideal candidate excels at SOX testing, IT risk assessment, and control remediation, leveraging advanced Excel and technical skills to enhance testing precision and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the SOX Lead in ITGC testing and documentation for SOX compliance.
• Plan, execute, and document quarterly SOX IT testing activities.
• Conduct ITGC walkthroughs with system owners, validate control design, and draft testing narratives.
• Review test plans, evidence, and workpapers to ensure adherence to audit and compliance standards.
• Identify and document control deficiencies, recommend remediation, and track corrective actions.
• Coordinate with system contacts to ensure timely evidence collection and testing completion.
• Apply advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, and formulas) for data analysis, dashboards, and automation.
• Partner with IT stakeholders to resolve control gaps and strengthen compliance posture.
• Prepare concise summaries and communicate testing results to management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of IT Audit experience, including SOX ITGC testing.
• Proven experience with SOX compliance, COSO framework, and IT control concepts.
• Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, macros, and complex formulas).
• Exceptional analytical, documentation, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and meet deadlines in dynamic environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, or CISSP.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and audit tools.
• Familiarity with COBIT, NIST, or other IT control frameworks.

Soft Skills

• Strategic thinker with strong problem‑solving and organizational abilities.
• Skilled communicator who can translate technical results for business leaders.
• Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable working in evolving compliance landscapes.

Equipment Provided

• Client‑issued laptop
• Docking station (personal or supplier‑provided)

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401(k) Retirement Fund

About the Client

A leading natural gas and electric utility company serving millions of customers across the United States. Committed to safety, reliability, and innovation in energy delivery, the organization offers opportunities to make a real difference in local communities.

About GTT

GTT is a minority‑owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American‑owned company in Alaska. As a Native American‑owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients include Fortune 500 companies across the U.S. and Canada in finance, technology, energy, life sciences, and more.

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