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IT Controls Engineer

The Intersect Group

Plano, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Change Management, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Security, Control Engineering, Control Objectives for Information and related Technology (COBIT), Data Analysis, Data Recovery, Document Management, Documentation, External Audit, Financial Services, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Information Technology & Information Systems, Information Technology/Systems Audit, Internal Audit, Internet Security, Metrics, Operations Security (OPSEC), Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Quality Assurance Methodology, Regulations, Reporting Dashboards, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, SQL (Structured Query Language), Scripting (Scripting Languages), ServiceNow, Support Documentation, Team Player, Testing, Time Management, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Writing Skills
LOCATION
Plano, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
IT Controls Testing Analyst
Hybrid | Plano, TX (2 days onsite)
Direct Hire
About the Opportunity
The Intersect Group is partnering with a well?established, highly regulated financial services organization that plays a critical role in supporting secure, compliant operations across the enterprise. This organization is known for its strong governance culture, collaborative teams, and commitment to meeting regulatory expectations through disciplined execution. The environment values accountability, transparency, and professionals who take pride in high?quality work.
Role Summary
The IT Controls Testing Analyst will play a key role in executing hands?on control testing across the organization, beginning with IT and extending into other functional areas such as HR and Compliance. This role is heavily execution?focused, supporting a fast?paced testing cycle with a high volume of controls and tight timelines. The analyst will work closely with control owners, audit partners, and risk stakeholders to validate control design and effectiveness, document evidence, and support audit readiness.
Key Responsibilities
  • Execute hands?on control testing across multiple processes, including change management, access management, vulnerability management, backup and recovery, and other core IT control domains
  • Perform Risk and Control Self?Assessments (RCSA) by partnering with control owners to identify risks, document controls, and assess residual risk
  • Collect, review, and validate evidence to assess control design and operating effectiveness
  • Document testing results, issues, and remediation activities within ServiceNow IRM or a comparable GRC platform
  • Track findings and corrective actions, ensuring timely follow?up and accurate documentation
  • Support internal and external audit activities by preparing control documentation, evidence, and status updates
  • Contribute to risk reporting, dashboards, and metrics used by management and governance stakeholders
Key Requirements
  • 3–5 years of experience in IT Risk Management, IT Controls, IT Audit, or GRC, with a strong emphasis on hands?on control testing
  • Financial services industry experience with familiarity testing controls aligned to GLBA and FFIEC requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
  • Strong preference for experience using ServiceNow IRM or similar GRC platforms for control testing and issue management
  • Working knowledge of GRC and IT control frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, COBIT, FFIEC CAT, and GLBA/NYDFS
  • Light SQL or data analysis experience to support evidence validation and updates (no heavy scripting required)
  • Strong organizational and time?management skills with the ability to manage a high volume of testing activities under tight deadlines
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills, with attention to accuracy and documentation quality
Work Arrangement & Compensation
  • Direct hire opportunity
  • Hybrid schedule: onsite Tuesdays and Thursdays
  • Salary range: $106,000 – $125,000, based on experience and overall fit
  • Two?round interview process
  • U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders only
Call to Action
If you are an IT Risk or GRC professional who enjoys hands?on control testing, thrives in fast?paced environments, and wants to make a direct impact on enterprise risk and compliance efforts, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and contact information to start the conversation.

About the Company

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The Intersect Group

The Intersect Group is a different and better business partner. We create unparalleled value for our clients by combining industry-leading Consulting capabilities with comprehensive Staffing and recruitment services. Clients trust us to deliver results based on our deep expertise and proven resources within finance, accounting, and information technology. Through our flexible delivery approach, you get the right solution, at the right time to accelerate your success and achieve all of your mission-critical objectives.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2006

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