Robert Half is partnering with a well known brand that is seeking a highly skilled IT Audit and Compliance Lead. The position is direct hire, with full benefits, with 5 days onsite in the Orange County Area. We need a candidate with proven experience managing PCI‑DSS compliance in fast‑paced, high‑volume payment environments, including handling complex transaction flows and strict security requirements.
- Oversee compliance activities tied to standards such as SOX, PCI, NIST, or similar frameworks.
- Support PCI‑DSS 4.0 compliance efforts, including scope reduction, controls implementation, monitoring activities, and coordination with external auditors and assessors.
- Maintain and update governance policies, procedures, and documentation.
- Work closely with legal, finance, and functional teams to support organization-wide compliance.
- Assess regulatory changes and communicate their potential operational impact.
- Lead end-to-end IT audits, reviewing internal controls, operational workflows, and security practices.
- Manage and evaluate SOX-related controls for a technology environment within a regulated or public-company setting.
- Perform risk assessments across systems and processes to identify weaknesses or areas for improvement.
- Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors, partners, and regulatory assessors.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or a related discipline.
Certifications (Preferred, not required)
- CISA, CISM, CISSP, CRISC, or similar designations.
Experience
- 5+ years in IT audit, IT risk, compliance, or a related function.
- Demonstrated experience in PCI "Scope"
- Strong understanding of IT general controls, cyber frameworks, and regulatory environments.
- Proven success managing audits or compliance programs in mid‑size or large organizations.
