US_Strategic Consultant I

Company: Tailored Management
Location: Chicago
Posted on: March 25, 2026

Job Description:

Job Title: Strategic Consultant I Location: 100% Remote Duration: 6-Month Contract (Potential for Extension or Conversion) Pay Rate: $81.30 - $88.37/hour (W2) Benefits: Weekly pay, Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Associate Manager IT SOX & ITGC to lead and execute the organizations IT General Controls (ITGC) testing program in support of SOX compliance. This role will act as a critical liaison between IT, IT Risk Management, SOX PMO, Internal Audit, and External Auditors to ensure a seamless, high-quality, and audit-ready SOX process. The ideal candidate is a hands-on IT SOX professional with strong technical expertise, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to drive execution in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment. Key Responsibilities ITGC SOX Execution Lead end-to-end ITGC SOX testing, including planning, walkthroughs, test of design, and operating effectiveness across: Logical Access (user provisioning, privileged access, periodic reviews) Change Management IT Operations (job scheduling, backups, incident management) Perform ITGC testing in alignment with SOX 404 requirements and external audit standards Review and validate documentation, evidence, and testing results to ensure audit readiness Identify control gaps, assess risk impact, and support remediation planning and root cause analysis Stakeholder & Auditor Management Serve as the primary point of contact for ITGC-related coordination with: IT Risk Management SOX PMO External Auditors Manage walkthroughs, testing timelines, and evidence requests Proactively escalate risks and ensure transparent, no-surprises communication Team Leadership & Quality Assurance Oversee and review work performed by junior team members or co-ops Provide guidance on testing methodologies, documentation standards, and evidence quality Ensure consistency, accuracy, and adherence to SOX timelines Continuous Improvement Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality of ITGC testing Support updates to ITGC scope, risk assessments, and testing strategies Stay current with evolving SOX and ITGC best practices Non-SOX Period Responsibilities Support IT and integrated audits Conduct targeted risk assessments and advisory reviews Contribute to broader Internal Audit initiatives Qualification Required 35 years of experience in IT Audit, IT SOX Compliance, or IT Risk Advisory Strong knowledge of IT General Controls (ITGC) and SOX 404 Hands-on experience in planning, executing, and reviewing ITGC testing Proven ability to manage relationships with auditors and cross-functional stakeholders Experience mentoring or reviewing work of junior team members Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage senior IT and Finance leaders Bachelors degree in information systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field Preferred Consulting or Big Four experience Life Sciences industry experience Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, CRISC, or CIA TMN

Keywords: Tailored Management, Crystal Lake , US_Strategic Consultant I, IT / Software / Systems , Chicago, Illinois