Information Technology Compliance Analyst - Senior / Consultant

APS•Phoenix, AZ

7d•Remote

About The Position

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together. At APS, this role sits at the intersection of cybersecurity, audit, and enterprise risk, supporting a highly regulated and mission-critical environment. We’re looking for a well-rounded IT compliance professional with a strong foundation in both cybersecurity and audit, who can operate effectively in a frontline role today while bringing leadership potential for the future. What your day would be like: Lead and support internal and external audits across a broad compliance landscape (beyond SOX) Assess risk, evaluate controls, and help strengthen cyber and operational compliance posture Partner across IT, cybersecurity, and business teams to implement and improve controls Develop clear reporting and insights to inform leadership decisions Drive continuous improvement across policies, processes, and procedures Support and influence change through strong organizational change management (OCM) practices Who we’re looking for: Cybersecurity + Audit Background – Experience across IT audit, risk, or compliance within enterprise environments Broad Compliance Perspective – Exposure to multiple frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO, regulatory, operational audits), not just SOX Strong Communicator – Able to work effectively up, down, and across the organization Collaborative Partner – Builds relationships across IT, security, and business teams Continuous Improvement Mindset – Experience with process, policy, and procedure development Leadership Potential – Demonstrated ability to influence, mentor, or grow into leadership roles

Requirements

BS/BA equivalency or an equivalent combination of four years relevant work experience and relevant college coursework in business, information technology or a related area.
PLUS five (5) years of progressively responsible experience where strong understanding of business unit operations, business unit systems, database design, structure, functions and work processes and experience with database tools is obtained.
Demonstrated knowledge of business processes and operational knowledge including functions, procedures, processes, and computer systems.
Ability to identify process improvement opportunities, gaps, data analysis and recommended solutions which tie functional needs to technology solutions.
Demonstrated project/team experience and ability to prioritize work.
Ability to review data, see relationships and patterns, as well as possess strong analytical, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Experience in managing projects and identifying and resolving issues.
Expertise in PC applications including advanced skill level in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word.
Requires proficient knowledge of emerging practices and technologies used within the business area.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and standards impacting business areas.
Demonstrated communication skills, both verbal and written.

Nice To Haves

Cybersecurity + Audit Background – Experience across IT audit, risk, or compliance within enterprise environments
Broad Compliance Perspective – Exposure to multiple frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO, regulatory, operational audits), not just SOX
Strong Communicator – Able to work effectively up, down, and across the organization
Collaborative Partner – Builds relationships across IT, security, and business teams
Continuous Improvement Mindset – Experience with process, policy, and procedure development
Leadership Potential – Demonstrated ability to influence, mentor, or grow into leadership roles

Responsibilities

Participates or leads projects to identify and define business needs and objectives through research and fact finding combined with a good understanding of business functions, systems, and industry requirements.
Researches, analyzes, and resolves routine to complex business/operational problems within the business units.Interfaces with IT, Systems Analysts, Cybersecurity or vendors to resolve issues as necessary.Follows up to ensure timely resolution of problems and ensure customer satisfaction.
Participates in or oversees analysis, planning, and implementation of enhancements to new and existing processes, which may include new systems and/or enhancements to existing systems.Ability to gather and write moderate requirements based on business needs with consideration of business goals and future needs.
Provides input and gathers functional requirements, policy/procedure interpretation, and future business system needs. For smaller projects, may coordinate assigned phases of project planning and execution, including estimating resources and tasks, creating, managing and controlling project schedules and resources.
Using quantitative metrics, analyze process designs, workflows, and suggests process improvement initiatives, which may include potential technology solutions to streamline, automate, and/or improve process efficiencies.
With limited direction, coordinates and participates in the development of effective business cases using sound cost/benefit analysis.Keeps apprised of current and emerging trends for business unit.
Provides operational support for business area and multiple systems including, but not limited to, researching and resolving system problems, gap analysis, training identification and delivery, and data integrity audits.
Writes, maintains, and supports a variety of reports or queries utilizing appropriate reporting tools.Assists in the development of standard and complex reports for business unit.Assists in the development and maintenance of standardized business reporting protocol and ensures data integrity and consistency in all reporting aspects.
May monitor and track business goals, activities, performance monitoring, and issues for an assigned unit(s) to keep management apprised of business unit activities.
Actively shares knowledge of business/technical environment, priorities, and processes to less tenured personnel.
Conducts research, performs data analysis, and reports findings through formal presentations.
Participates in project assignments as a lead or a key member.Responsible for coordinating activities within the business areas.Direct areas of project responsibility to include needs analysis, scope definition, testing strategy, implementation, and user acceptance.May support application/system training to functional users.
May be responsible for ensuring appropriate data security controls including process and system documentation.
Maintains documentation of processes, guidelines, tools, procedures, and training aids required to support business unit.
May participate in the planning, development, and administration of business unit's budget functions.