Remote Technology Project Lead - SOX Compliance & IT Controls

We are seeking an experienced Technology Project Lead – SOX Compliance & IT Controls to lead complex SOX onboarding initiatives, IT control implementations, and compliance projects across enterprise technology environments. The successful candidate will drive project execution, oversee risk monitoring activities, and ensure controls are effectively designed, implemented, tested, and maintained.

Req ID: 395643
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We are currently seeking a Remote Technology Project Lead - SOX Compliance & IT Controls to join our team in Plano, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

Job Description:
Technology Project Lead – SOX Compliance & IT Controls

Experience Required
5+ Years

Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering (B.Tech), Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field; equivalent experience will also be considered.

Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Technology Project Lead – SOX Compliance & IT Controls to lead complex SOX onboarding initiatives, IT control implementations, and compliance projects across enterprise technology environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, IT risk management, audit readiness, and cross-functional project leadership.
This role is responsible for managing end-to-end SOX control implementation programs, partnering with Internal Audit, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Software Engineering, and Business teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. The successful candidate will drive project execution, oversee risk monitoring activities, and ensure controls are effectively designed, implemented, tested, and maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• SOX Compliance & Control Implementation
• Lead and oversee complex SOX onboarding initiatives and IT control implementations from planning through successful delivery.
• Ensure projects align with Internal Audit requirements, SOX compliance standards, and organizational governance policies.
• Collaborate with control owners, auditors, and business stakeholders to establish and maintain effective internal controls.
• Support control design, implementation, testing, remediation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Prepare and maintain documentation related to SOX controls, audits, and compliance assessments.

Technology Project Leadership

• Manage multiple technology and compliance initiatives simultaneously, ensuring successful execution within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Software Engineering, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, and business stakeholders.
• Develop project plans, milestones, risk registers, and status reporting for executive leadership.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, track dependencies, and resolve project issues and risks.
• Ensure compliance-related deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.

Risk Monitoring & Governance

• Assess potential threats, vulnerabilities, and operational risks impacting information technology systems and infrastructure.
• Develop and implement risk monitoring strategies that support SOX compliance objectives.
• Identify gaps in controls and recommend remediation plans to reduce compliance and operational risks.
• Partner with audit and security teams to ensure ongoing compliance and control effectiveness.
• Monitor regulatory changes and recommend enhancements to governance and control frameworks.

Security & Control Architecture

• Evaluate security logging architectures to support audit and compliance requirements.
• Review secure application designs and technology implementations for alignment with security and compliance standards.
• Partner with technical teams to ensure appropriate logging, monitoring, and control mechanisms are implemented.
• Support the deployment and optimization of SOX governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) vendor tools.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in B.Tech, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

• 5+ years of experience in technology project management, SOX compliance, IT controls, audit, risk management, or related disciplines.
• 5+ years of enterprise-level SOX onboarding and control implementation projects.
• 5+ years of experience understanding of SOX compliance requirements, internal controls, audit processes, and governance frameworks.
• 5+ years of experience managing cross-functional technology and business teams.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Strong knowledge of IT risk management, compliance monitoring, and control lifecycle management.
• Excellent project management, communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills.
• Experience with security logging architecture and centralized monitoring solutions.
• Knowledge of secure application design principles and cybersecurity best practices.
• Hands-on experience with SOX compliance tools, GRC platforms, and vendor management solutions.
• Familiarity with industry frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001, COSO, and ITGC controls.

Professional certifications such as:

• PMP
• CISA
• CRISC
• CISSP
• CISM
• CGEIT

Key Skills

• Compliance & Governance
• SOX Compliance
• IT General Controls (ITGC)
• Internal Controls
• Audit Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Governance & Risk Management
• Project Leadership
• Technology Project Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Program Coordination
• Stakeholder Management
• Budget & Timeline Management
• Risk & Issue Management
• Security & Risk
• Risk Monitoring
• Security Logging Architecture
• Secure Application Design
• Cybersecurity Controls
• Vulnerability & Threat Assessment
• Compliance Monitoring
• Tools & Technologies
• SOX Vendor Tools
• GRC Platforms
• Audit Management Solutions
• Security Monitoring Tools

Reporting & Documentation Platforms
NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for U.S.-based positions. The starting pay rate for this role is $70 - $80 per hour. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate's relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.

This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

About NTT DATA:

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