Analyst IT Compliance & Controls

CPS Energy • San Antonio, TX

48d • Hybrid

About The Position

The IT Compliance & Controls Analyst supports the organization's IT compliance and control environment through IT General Controls (ITGC) testing, audit support, control monitoring, remediation, and compliance initiatives. Reporting to the Manager, IT Compliance, Controls & Oversight, the role partners with IT, business stakeholders, and auditors to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, organizational policies, and industry standards. Depending on level, the analyst may perform hands-on compliance activities, identify and remediate control gaps, design and enhance IT controls, lead complex audits and compliance initiatives, and provide guidance to strengthen the organization's overall control environment.

The position works in a hybrid model, subject to department and business needs. It involves indoor computer-based work and may require occasional travel to CPS Energy facilities, audit meetings, or regulatory events.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of IT operations and security principles.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn compliance and audit methodologies.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and follow established procedures.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, another field, or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with IT controls or audit concepts.
• Internship or project experience in IT, cybersecurity, or audit.
• Exposure to frameworks such as SOX, NERC CIP, ISO 27001, or COBIT.
• Basic understanding of risk management concepts.
• Experience with ticketing or workflow tools such as ServiceNow or Jira.
• Interest in pursuing certifications such as CISA, Security+, or ITIL.

Responsibilities

• Assist with execution of IT compliance activities and routine ITGC testing.
• Support evidence gathering for internal and external audits.
• Help track remediation activities and follow up with IT teams.
• Participate in quality assurance reviews under guidance from senior analysts.
• Document processes, controls, and audit requests accurately.
• Learn and apply foundational compliance frameworks and IT control concepts.
• Support identification of potential control gaps and escalate findings to senior staff.
• Depending on level, perform hands-on compliance activities, identify and remediate control gaps, design and enhance IT controls, lead complex audits and compliance initiatives, and provide guidance to strengthen the control environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level