Compliance and Audit Specialist
About The Position
As a Compliance and Audit Specialist, you will strengthen Whataburger’s cybersecurity, technology, and regulatory posture by ensuring we meet internal policies, industry standards, and compliance obligations. Your work supports a secure and resilient environment that empowers our restaurants and teams to Make a Difference by protecting our systems and data; Serve with Heart by helping stakeholders understand and implement effective controls; Win as One by collaborating across Technology, Security, Risk, Legal, and business partners; and Move Forward Boldly by driving continuous improvement, audit readiness, and proactive compliance practices across the enterprise
Requirements
- Working knowledge of cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) concepts.
- Understanding of PCI DSS v4.0 requirements and how to apply them in enterprise IT environments.
- Ability to map regulatory frameworks to administrative and technical controls.
- Skill in identifying control deficiencies, audit findings, and compliance risks.
- Familiarity with security governance tools and platforms that support compliance monitoring.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting audit results and compliance expectations.
- Proven ability to conduct interviews, facilitate control reviews, and collaborate across IT, Security, Risk, Legal, and business teams.
- 5+ years of relevant professional experience.
Nice To Haves
- CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor).
- CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control).
- Experience supporting third‑party risk, cybersecurity governance, or audit programs in large organizations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and support internal and external audits, coordinating evidence, documentation, and control testing.
- Evaluate IT and security controls, identify gaps, and track remediation through completion.
- Monitor regulatory and industry cybersecurity standards to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Review third‑party and vendor risk materials, including questionnaires and audit attestations.
- Provide clear compliance updates, audit findings, and risk insights to Technology leadership.
- Partner cross‑functionally to align security practices with evolving requirements and operational needs.
Benefits
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Bonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company results
- 5 weeks PTO
- Flex Weeks
- Paid Corporate Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%
- Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits
- Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
- Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
- Discounted Meals for You and a Guest
- Wireless Service Discounts
- Computer & Software Discounts
- Fitness / Gym Discounts
- Awards and recognition for all you do
- Retirement Celebration Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
