Senior Manager - IT SOX Operations at IHS Towers

Experience level: Mid-Senior level

About the Job
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Manager – IT SOX Operations . Based in Lagos, you will:

• Manage and direct all workstreams related to IT SOX Compliance including planning, resource coordination (in-house and co-sourced), execution, and reporting
• Provide technical support in the design, implementation and testing of ITGC requirements.
• Remediation support by providing pragmatic recommendations which are practical to implement and meet the requirements of the Sarbanes Oxley Act.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Coordinates the IT General Controls design and test of operating effectiveness
• Manages all IT SOX Risk and Control Matrices
• Monitors existing control gaps across the group and drives effective remediation of lapses [in line with management’s expectation and regulatory requirements.
• Manage External ITGC audits
• Ensures all SOX Controls mapped to IT Systems are adhered to.
• Acts as the single point of contact (SPOC) for all matters ITGC SOX Compliance. Facilitates and coordinates information requests [and subsequent provision] between IT and various groups [internal and third party].
• Works with control owners and operators to ensure quality, consistency and operability of new and existing controls.
• Review test findings, facilitate the remediation of ITGC control gaps, and escalate possible critical issues to leadership within IT.
• Review control evidence for adherence to accuracy, completeness and precision of control execution for all ITGC.
• Collaborate and build long-term relationships with key stakeholders in a evolving and fast-paced work environment.
• Plans and directs the work of direct reports, monitors their work, and takes corrective action when necessary.
• Coaches, mentors, and develops direct reports, including providing career development planning and opportunities; maintains a safe, secure, and motivating work environment.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's and / or Advanced Degree in Computer Science or any related disciplines.
• Minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in IT Audit, IT Control, and IT Compliance.
• Professional certification: CISA Compulsory.
• CRISC, CISM, CGEIT, COBIT 5 Implementer, ISO 27001 LI or LA will be an added advantage.

Competencies
Organizational Competencies:

• Be Bold
• Customer Focus
• Innovation
• Integrity

Functional Competencies:

• Deep understanding/knowledge of technologies and IT operating and delivery models – as well as the risks associated with them.
• Knowledge & experience in implementing globally accepted information system risk, control Frameworks.
• Solid knowledge of security best practices such as defense in-depth, least privileges, need-to-know, separation of duties, access controls, and encryption.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Thorough understanding of the latest GRC principles, techniques, and protocols.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Expert stakeholder management skills, with previous experience in a position which demonstrate strong organisational, prioritisation and communication skills.
• Demonstrable experience of managing teams.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong listening skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.