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Applied Digital

Senior IT Compliance Analyst

Applied Digital, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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Title: Senior IT Compliance Analyst

Organization Name: Applied Talent Resources

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Primary Location: Dallas, TX (Hybrid)

Reports To: Governance, Risk, and Compliance Manager

At Applied Digital, we are the epicenter of AI innovation, crafting cutting‑edge data center solutions tailored for the demands of high‑performance computing. Designed from the ground up to support AI and machine learning workloads, our infrastructure is the backbone of tomorrow’s technological advancements, including AI‑driven video and generative platforms.

We are

Forward‑Thinkers: With a keen eye on current market trends and future innovations, we adapt swiftly and lead technological evolution.

Resilient: We navigate complex challenges and emerge stronger, delivering robust and reliable solutions for industry pioneers.

Innovative Designers: Leveraging the latest technologies, we create visionary solutions that redefine industry standards.

We remain committed and steadfast in solving intricate problems, advancing business initiatives, maximizing operational efficiency, and reducing our carbon footprint. We are a team of resilient, forward‑thinking innovators driving the AI revolution.

Role Overview Applied Digital is seeking a Senior IT Compliance Analyst to evaluate, test, and enhance the company’s IT control environment in alignment with Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX), risk management, and internal control frameworks. This role will focus on IT General Controls (ITGCs) and application controls across financial and operational systems, ensuring governance processes and system controls mitigate risks to financial reporting and business operations.

The Senior IT Compliance Analyst will partner closely with IT, security, infrastructure, and audit teams to assess risks, identify control gaps, and drive remediation. This role also contributes to SOX scoping, audit readiness, and ongoing process improvements to strengthen the company’s IT compliance posture.

Key Responsibilities ITGC (IT General Controls) Testing

Conduct walkthroughs and perform testing related to :

User access management

Change management

IT operations (e.g., job scheduling, backups, incident / problem management)

System Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Document design and operating effectiveness of ITGCs.

Application Controls Testing

Test automated application controls within financial systems (e.g., NetSuite, Paycom, ADP, and other ERP platforms).

Confirm system configurations support accurate financial reporting.

Risk Assessment & Control Gaps

Identify IT control weaknesses and segregation of duties (SoD) conflicts.

Assess deficiencies and their potential impact on financial reporting.

Recommend remediation actions and track implementation with IT teams.

Collaboration & Audit Support

Partner with IT security, infrastructure, and business system owners.

Support internal and external auditors during SOX audit cycles.

Reporting

Summarize testing results, deficiencies, and remediation progress for management.

Deliver clear, audit‑ready documentation.

Process Improvement

Identify and recommend efficiency opportunities in IT compliance testing.

Support automation initiatives to streamline control testing.

Mentorship / Leadership

May contribute to the annual SOX scoping and planning process.

Provide advisory guidance to IT stakeholders on control design and effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Accounting Information Systems, or a related field.

2–3 years of SOX compliance, Internal Audit, or External Audit experience.

Working knowledge of ICFR requirements, SEC reporting, PCAOB standards, ITGCs, and COSO framework.

Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work independently or collaboratively.

Proficiency in analytical work, documentation, and presentation of audit findings.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certification such as CPA, CISA, or CIA (or active candidate designation).

Experience testing IT controls at publicly traded companies.

Prior experience developing process documentation (narratives, flowcharts, risk / control matrices) aligned with professional standards.

Physical Requirements Able to remain in a seated position for an extended period and to lift and carry up to 15 lbs. (office manuals, case notebooks, case files, case materials, standard boxes, report binders, etc.) as needed.

Working Conditions by Location Remote :

The company agrees that Employee may work from home provided employee is in good standing, has a continuous secured Internet connection, necessary equipment, and is accessible by MS Teams, phone, fax, and e‑mail during business hours. (See Telework policy.)

Office Environment :

Business office hours, with work hours necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions. Some overtime may be required to accomplish timely work demands and meet the company’s professional commitments. Overtime hours worked are paid to nonexempt employees at one and a half times their hourly pay rate.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

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