
Senior Analyst-IT Control Testing
- Bangalore, Karnataka
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive IT control testing plan.
- Coordinate with various departments to ensure timely execution of control testing activities.
- Ensure that control testing activities are aligned with the organization's risk management framework and regulatory requirements.
- Execute control testing activities, including inspection, inquiry, observation, sampling, re-performance, and recalculation.
- Perform end-to-end process walkthroughs, event or thematic reviews, data-driven reviews, and evidence reviews to assess risks and key controls.
- Document the results of control testing activities, including any identified deficiencies or issues.
- Prepare detailed reports on the effectiveness of key controls and provide recommendations for improvement.
- Ensure that all material IT risk issues and actions are captured in the risk register within stipulated time from the issue identification date.
- Provide risk-based assurance by independently reviewing and evaluating end-to-end processes, risks, and key control environments.
- Ensure compliance with the COSO guiding principles and the organization's internal control framework.
- Validate the design and operating effectiveness of key controls in scope.
- Collaborate with internal audit, external parties, and other internal teams to ensure comprehensive coverage of control testing activities.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including control owners, IT risk management, and governance committees, to ensure alignment and transparency.
- Continuously monitor and update the IT control testing plan to reflect changes in the IT environment and emerging risks.
- Implement best practices and innovative approaches to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of control testing activities.
- Bachelors Degree in Engineering or any related field.
- Proficiency in IT systems, IT Risk management tools, and knowledge of industry regulations (e.g., SOX, PCI, ISO 27001, NIST etc.).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Relevant certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CRISC isan advantage.