IT Compliance Analyst at Dangote

Role Mission

The IT Compliance Analyst supports the IT Governance and Compliance Lead by ensuring that the organization's IT systems and processes comply with relevant regulations, standards, and internal controls. This role involves monitoring, assessing, and reporting on compliance risks and working closely with stakeholders to address any gaps in adherence to regulatory, legal, and organizational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Compliance Monitoring and Assessment
• Conduct regular assessments of IT systems and processes to ensure compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., GDPA, ) and industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
• Monitor adherence to internal IT policies, procedures, and controls.-Respond to compliance-related incidents and support issue resolution.
• Policy and Documentation Support
• Collaborate with the IT Governance and Compliance Lead to develop, update, and maintain IT governance policies, standards, and guidelines.
• Assist in ensuring IT policy alignment with business objectives and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of compliance reports, assessments, and findings.
• Risk Identification and Mitigation
• Identify IT-related risks and vulnerabilities associated with regulatory and compliance obligations.
• Propose recommendations to mitigate compliance risks and improve governance practices.
• Support the tracking and resolution of compliance and audit findings.
• Audits and Reporting
• Assist in preparing for internal and external audits by gathering necessary documentation and ensuring readiness.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the IT Governance and Compliance Lead on compliance status, key risks, and remediation efforts.
• Support IT teams in audit activities, providing guidance to ensure successful outcomes.
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Work closely with IT departments, legal teams, security teams, and other business units to ensure alignment with compliance requirements.
• Act as a liaison between IT teams and external auditors or regulatory agencies as needed.
• Conduct compliance training and awareness initiatives in collaboration with other stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement
• Monitor changes in regulatory, legal, and industry landscapes to ensure the organization remains compliant with evolving requirements.
• Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance IT compliance efforts and reduce risks.
• Stay informed of emerging best practices in IT compliance, controls, and governance.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, Attributes and Experiences

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: 2–5 years of experience in IT compliance, IT audit, or a related role.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with IT frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, and security frameworks like NIST, ISO 27001.
• Compliance Knowledge: Strong understanding of regulations such as GDPA etc.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines concurrently.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving aptitude.
• Confidentiality and ethical conduct in handling sensitive data.