IT Advisory & Assurance Analyst

Company

Cox Enterprises

Job Family Group

Information Technology

Job Profile

IT Audit Analyst II

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

Yes, 5% of the time

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $72,200.00 - $108,200.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

Overview

Cox Enterprises is hiring for an IT Advisory & Assurance Analyst who will assist in the execution of the department’s plan, budget, objectives, and goals by performing technology-focused advisory and assurance projects in accordance with the annual audit plan and risk strategy; driving the overall execution of projects from planning through final report delivery; and collaborating with team members and stakeholders to set responsibilities and manage workloads among multiple engagements. 

Responsibilities

• Support business units and processes by identifying risks and continuous improvement opportunities within the technology space; assist in formulating tactical solutions to business issues; understanding the relationships between mitigating risk, improving performance, and balancing cost/benefit of suggested solutions and changes
• Act as a business partner and technology risk SME across the Cox family of businesses; demonstrate a baseline knowledge of technology standards and best practices; engage in end-to-end process analysis and improvement; stay abreast of current business and industry developments as well as new standards relevant to Cox
• Develop high quality, value add deliverables; organize information in a concise, coherent manner using appropriate tools, templates, and methodologies; work in collaborative, dynamic teams of high-performers.;
• Contribute to the evolution of the department’s supporting infrastructure by recommending adjustments and improvements; and participating in the department’s ongoing transformation into a continuous improvement culture

Qualifications

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• 1-2 years of performing/leading IT-focused advisory/audit/assurance projects; demonstrating creative, out-of-box thinking, and solid project management principles to drive projects to completion
• 2 years of IT-focused experience required; industry or consulting experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 2 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree and up to 2 years’ experience; or 6 years’ experience in a related field
• Professional certifications (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIPP/CIPT, Six Sigma, PMP, etc.) preferred

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Foundational understanding of information technology, security, and privacy controls (logical access, physical access, change management, operations)
• Foundational understanding of common industry standards (ISO 27001/27002, COBIT, PCI-DSS, GAPP, etc.)
• Foundational understanding of cybersecurity protocols and networking, operating system fundamentals (Windows, UNIX, IBMi (AS400) etc.), ERP fundamentals (Oracle, PeopleSoft, Hyperion, SAP etc.)

BUSINESS/LEADERSHIP SKILLS

• Working knowledge of business risks, process improvement methodologies/tools, audit/assurance techniques/programs, creative problem solving skills, and structuring findings/recommendations; defining project objectives, structuring work plans, and conducting fact-based analysis to develop and test hypotheses
• Working knowledge and experience detecting and solving complex problems; conducting root cause analysis; and applying systemic thinking to thoroughly synthesize information from different sources
• Proven ability to work productively with people of diverse functional expertise and backgrounds; building and maintaining excellent working relationships; fostering positive team dynamics, and displaying team-orientation and personal integrity
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills demonstrating a consistent attention to detail; solid organization and workflow skills
• Proficiency with data analysis and process mapping applications preferred; Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) required.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Skilled interpersonally, exhibiting varied experience with collaboration, candor, openness, diplomacy, discretion, and integrity; easily establishing rapport and trust
• Results-oriented and self-motivated; demonstrated experience with quickly assimilating new knowledge and remaining current on new developments in advisory services capabilities and industry knowledge
• Thriving on new challenges; Demonstrated experience with the following: working with little supervision; managing ambiguity and autonomy; flexibility to work in an unstructured environment; dealing effectively with uncertainty and change

Other

• Up to 5% travel
• Eligibility to work in the United States

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

As our primary divisions Cox Automotive and Cox Communications drive new waves of innovation, Cox Enterprises is entering spaces like cleantech, healthcare, esports and more. We're a family business guided by a legacy of bold innovation that’s driven by those who want to make their mark. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.