IT SPECIALIST (AUDIT & SYSTEM ADMIN)

It Specialist (Audit & System Admin) - Resumes must be submitted in English. Start Date : Immediate joiners preferred or candidates who can join within 15 days Note : Only candidates currently residing in Brazil will be consideredJob Summary : We are seeking an experienced IT Specialist who will serve a dual role: responding to IT audit requests and maintaining critical IT systems and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise in systems administration with strong knowledge of IT audit and compliance requirements. This position is essential in ensuring both secure, stable IT operations and audit-readiness across the organization. Key Responsibilities : Audit Response & Compliance (Approx. 50%) - Act as the main point of contact for internal, external, and regulatory audits involving IT. - Collect, organize, and submit audit documentation, including evidence of access controls, system configurations, logs, and security policies. - Coordinate with other IT and business units to ensure accurate and complete responses to audit inquiries. - Support testing of IT general controls (ITGCs), application-level controls, and infrastructure safeguards. - Track and assist in remediation of audit findings, document corrective actions. - Maintain up-to-date compliance documentation and help prepare for recurring audits (e. G. , PCI, SOX, SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST). System Administration (Approx. 50%) - Manage and maintain servers, networks, and IT infrastructure (Windows/Linux environments). - Monitor system performance, backups, patch management, and security configurations. - Administer user accounts, permissions, and group policies in Active Directory and cloud-based platforms - Ensure system integrity and availability through regular maintenance, updates, and proactive monitoring. - Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and networking issues. - Implement and maintain system documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and IT asset inventories. - Support cybersecurity efforts including antivirus management, vulnerability scans, and incident response preparation. Required Qualifications : - Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent hands-onexperience. - 35 years of experience in IT system administration with a demonstrated role in audit support or compliance. - Strong working knowledge of Windows and/or Linux servers, networking, and cloud platforms. - Familiarity with IT audit processes and frameworks (e. G. , PCI, SOX, SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST). - Experience with access management, system monitoring tools, and log collection systems. Preferred Qualifications: - Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISA, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, or similar. - Experience with backup and recovery systems, endpoint management tools, and scripting (e. G. , PowerShell, Bash). - Familiarity with GRC tools and ticketing systems (e. G. , ServiceNow, Jira). - Exposure to virtual environments (VMware, Hyper-V) and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure). Key Competencies: - Strong organizational and multitasking skills. - High attention to detail and a strong sense of accountability. - Excellent English communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. - Ability to handle sensitive data with discretion and confidentiality. - Self-driven, analytical, and adaptable in a fast-paced IT environment.