IT Automated Control Specialist

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients
Salary range: Rs 300000 - Rs 800000 (ie INR 3-8 LPA)
Min Experience: 4 years
Location: Chennai
JobType: full-time

Requirements

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and skilled IT Automated Control Specialist with a minimum of 4 years of experience in IT control testing, risk assessment, and compliance frameworks. This role is central to ensuring our IT systems and processes are secure, compliant, and aligned with global information security standards. You will be primarily responsible for conducting and supporting IT Automated Control (ITAC) testing, performing gap assessments, and maintaining control effectiveness across various technology domains.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with compliance standards like PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and NIST, and hold certifications such as CISA. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, audit, security, and business units to identify, document, test, and enhance controls, supporting the organization’s broader risk management strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform IT Automated Control (ITAC) testing across systems and applications to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct gap assessments and remediation tracking aligned with standards like PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and NIST.
• Work with IT and business stakeholders to identify and document automated controls in ERP systems and other critical platforms.
• Evaluate and test the design and operational effectiveness of IT general and automated controls.
• Provide support during audits and assessments by gathering evidence, documenting findings, and recommending improvements.
• Design and maintain control testing procedures, templates, and dashboards to monitor control effectiveness and compliance status.
• Identify and assess IT-related risks and propose control improvements to mitigate those risks.
• Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure controls align with industry best practices and regulatory standards.
• Participate in internal and external audit engagements, managing end-to-end testing and resolution of identified issues.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes, control frameworks, and cybersecurity trends to ensure continued compliance.
• Create and maintain high-quality documentation related to control activities, findings, and remediation actions.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in IT control testing, audit, or compliance roles.
• Strong understanding and practical experience with ITAC, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and NIST frameworks.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with automated control testing tools and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• In-depth knowledge of control design and implementation, with the ability to evaluate control effectiveness in technical environments.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex control issues to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.