Senior IT Governance & Assurance Specialist to strengthen oversight of IT systems, controls, and processes across both corporate and operational technology

Our client is seeking a IT Governance & Assurance Specialist to strengthen oversight of IT systems, controls, and processes across both corporate and operational technology environments

Location: Calgary, AB (Onsite, Downtown)

Term: 6-month contract with possible extension

Our enterprise Oil & Gas client is seeking an IT Governance & Assurance Specialist to strengthen oversight of IT systems, controls, and processes across both corporate and operational technology environments.

This hands-on role is responsible for auditing IT systems and critical control systems, assessing IT governance practices, and providing assurance through clear documentation, reporting, and recommendations for improvement. The successful candidate will have a strong background in IT controls, risk management, and audit processes, ideally within an ITIL-based or ServiceNow environment.

Must have:

• 7+ years of experience in IT Governance, Audit, or IT Risk Management within large, complex organizations
• Proven experience conducting IT systems and controls audits (e.g., SOX, ISO 27001, COBIT, NIST, or similar frameworks)
• Hands-on experience with IT Service Management (ITSM) processes and ITIL practices
• Strong ability to evaluate and document IT controls, risks, and mitigation strategies
• Experience with ServiceNow or other governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) or ITSM platforms

Nice to have:

• Exposure to Operational Technology (OT) or Industrial Control Systems (ICS) environments
• Experience in Oil & Gas or other regulated, asset-intensive industries
• Understanding of cybersecurity controls and compliance assurance
• Certification(s) such as:
• CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
• COBIT or ITIL v4 Certification
• CRISC or CISM