Job Details

*This is an on-site role based in East Haven, CT. Candidates must live within commuting distance and be authorized to work in the U.S.*

Job description:

Job Title: IT Audit Compliance Engineer

About Us: We are a premier retailer known for our commitment to innovation, quality and customer service. We are preparing to transition into a publicly-traded company within the next 612 months, and are building a future-ready IT audit function that emphasizes automation, efficiency, and compliance with SOX and regulatory requirements.

To support this transformation, we are seeking an IT Audit Compliance Engineera tech-savvy professional who can not only execute audit procedures but also help engineer automated solutions to streamline evidence gathering and testing. This role is designed for someone who is hands-on and comfortable navigating technical environments and utilizing modern tools to drive a more efficient audit process.

Job Summary: As our IT Audit Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and executing audit procedures to streamline evidence gathering and testing of IT General Controls (ITGC). You will leverage technical and automated tools to validate effectiveness of controls, while moving beyond manual checklists. You will work closely with process owners, IT operations and engineering teams to interpret system data, identify risks, and implement auditable technical solutions. This role is ideal for a professional who combines strong audit & compliance fundamentals, with a mind for innovatively engineering processes to streamline complex compliance requirements and design automated workflows.

Key Responsibilities:

Tripwire Administration: monitor configuration and system changes to test and maintain the integrity of systems and platforms throughout the IT environment.

Automated ITGC Execution: Develop and execute PowerShell and Python scripts to automate ITGC testing workflows and evidence collection.

External Audit Collaboration: Collaborate with external auditors to facilitate SOX IT General Controls (ITGC) testing, evidence gathering, and system walkthroughs.

Remediation Engineering: Partner with technical teams to remediate control gaps identified during SOX audits and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Log Analysis: Analyze system logs and event data to validate control performance and identify anomalies.

Process Improvement: Partner with business teams to identify manual control deficiencies and engineer automated improvements.

Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for all audit workflows and scripts, ensuring transparency and repeatability.

Audit Readiness: Support internal and external audits by utilizing self-service tooling for audit readiness.

Data Integrity: Ensure the integrity of audit trails and secure storage of audit evidence.

Compliance Monitoring: Stay up to date with compliance requirements and ensure technical controls are aligned with them.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field.

Experience: 25 years of experience in IT audit, GRC, or IT Engineering roles.

Preferred Experience: Experience with Wrike or similar ticketing/project management tools.

Technical Aptitude:

Proficiency with Tripwire and Workiva GRC is preferred

Familiarity with PowerShell and Python for audit data analysis and automation.

Experience analyzing and parsing system logs, event data, and access controls.

Familiarity with directory services (e.g., Active Directory), logging platforms, and file systems.

Compliance: Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards such as SOX, ISO 27001, and NIST.

Soft Skills:

Strong documentation and process management skills to support audit traceability.

Ability to work independently and prioritize work across multiple audits and compliance initiatives.

Excellent collaboration and communication skills, especially when working with engineering and non-technical staff.

Preferred Certifications: One or more of the following is preferred: CISA, CISSP, CIA, CRISC, CPA (with IT audit experience), CEH, COBIT Foundation, or ITIL Foundation/Practitioner.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

A key role in our transition to becoming a publicly-traded company.

Opportunities to shape audit practices and leverage modern technology.

A collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your input drives real impact.

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person