IT GRC SOX Specialist - Regulatory Frameworks

AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies.

Job Title: IT GRC SOX Specialist

Location: London or Cambridge (Hybrid – min 50% office based)

Employment Type: Permanent (full-time)

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced IT SOX Specialist to facilitate the implementation and strengthening of SOX IT controls within the IT function. Further, to help transition IT SOX controls, testing, evidence, and issue management to Riskonnect, recognising the platform is currently in development and may require pragmatic interim processes. Further, this role will help to introduce a robust assurance role in IT to support the SOX framework.

Key Objectives

• SOX-aligned IT control framework implemented and testing and feedback clearly documented (ITGCs + relevant application controls)
• IT teams trained and confident in operating controls, producing consistent evidence, and supporting walkthroughs/testing.
• Helping to drive a clear, workable SOX operating model for IT (RACI, control calendar, evidence standards, testing approach).
• Riskonnect configured/ready (to the extent possible within the programme) to support IT SOX processes, with interim tooling and migration approach defined.
• Improved audit outcomes (fewer repeat findings, improved first-time pass rates, timely remediation closure).

Key Responsibilities

• IT SOX implementation & control uplift; transition to BAU SOX Assurance
• Support current-state assessment and gap analysis of IT controls against SOX expectations, providing guidance as necessary.
• Test ITGCs and supporting procedures across Access Management, Change Management, IT Operations, SDLC / Release governance.
• Create/refresh control documentation (narratives, flowcharts, RCMs, control procedures, evidence checklists).
• Upskilling and knowledge transfer
• Facilitate structured IT SOX handover to BAU teams using workshops, coaching, playbooks, “how to evidence” guides as required.
• Coach control owners/operators through real deliverables (walkthroughs, evidence collection, testing support).
• Implement sustainable routines: control performance cadence, peer review/quality checks, and audit readiness checkpoints.
• Riskonnect enablement
• Facilitate rollout and manage Control library structure and attributes, RCM mapping (risks ↔ controls ↔ processes ↔ systems), Testing workflow requirements, Issue and remediation tracking as well as reporting and dashboards for IT leadership and audit stakeholders.
• Define interim processes for control tracking, evidence storage, and status reporting until Riskonnect is live.
• Audit, testing and stakeholder management
• Support internal / external auditors for IT controls walkthroughs and testing.
• Coordinate evidence requests and ensure responses are timely, complete, and consistent with control intent.

Required Experience

• Strong, demonstrable experience operating SOX ITGCs and supporting SOX audits (walkthroughs/testing/remediation).
• Practical experience embedding controls into IT processes.
• Experience working in environments with evolving tooling and maturity; able to set up effective interim approaches.
• Proven ability to coach and upskill IT teams and build sustainable control ownership.
• Experience with GRC tools (Riskonnect desirable) and experience of standard IT tooling that support SOX controls for extraction of relevant data
• Strong SOX/ICFR understanding and audit expectations (PCAOB-aligned).
• Knowledge of COSO, COBIT, ITIL; awareness of ISO 27001 / NIST helpful for alignment.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent documentation and control design skills.
• Confident facilitator/trainer; can communicate effectively with engineers, managers, auditors, and finance stakeholders.
• Pragmatic and outcome-focused, with a strong quality mindset.
• 5+ years experience in IT, Information Security, Risk, Audit, or related discipline.

UK Benefits include:  

Flexible benefits fund, emergency leave days, adoption leave, 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), pension, life cover, private medical insurance, parental leave, education assistance program.

It’s possible we’re hiring for this position in multiple countries, in which case the above benefits apply to the primary location. Specific benefits vary by country, but our packages are similarly comprehensive.

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Hybrid working

We work in a hybrid way at AVEVA. Most roles are based at a local AVEVA office, with an expectation of being on-site 50% of your working hours to support collaboration and connection. Some positions are fully office-based depending on the nature of the work, and certain roles that support specific customers or markets may be remote. The working arrangement for this position will be confirmed during the hiring process.

Hiring process

Interested? Great! Get started by submitting your cover letter and CV through our application portal. AVEVA is committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please let us know in advance if you need reasonable support during your application process.

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About AVEVA

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals – safely, efficiently, and more sustainably.

We are committed to embedding sustainability and inclusion into our operations, our culture, and our core business strategy. Learn more about how we are progressing against our ambitious 2030 targets: sustainability-report.aveva.com/

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AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a drug screening and comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check.  Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third-party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.

AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.  AVEVA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your recruiter. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.