Internal Controls Manager job

About the Company

The City of Philadelphia is a best-in-class city that attracts top talent, offering a vibrant work environment with a workforce of over 30,000 people across more than 1,000 job categories. As an employer, the City values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work. Employees benefit from comprehensive health care, professional growth opportunities, and a dynamic arts and culture scene in a city known for its passion and grit.

About the Role

The Philadelphia Department of Revenue safeguards confidential taxpayer information and adheres to strict security measures, including IRS Publication 1075 controls. This role is critical to maintaining compliance with federal and state security requirements while protecting sensitive data and public trust.

Responsibilities

• Create, implement, monitor, and update project plans and schedules for IT Compliance initiatives, including coordinating responses to audits and assessments.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities within the organization’s operations.
• Collaborate with internal and external audit teams, providing documentation and evidence to demonstrate compliance and adherence to governance standards.
• Monitor and track regulatory changes to ensure the organization remains compliant with all relevant laws, standards, and industry regulations.
• Identify key stakeholders for Compliance processes and projects, building effective relationships and communication channels.
• Create reporting dashboards for leadership and stakeholders, summarizing risk assessments, compliance status, and recommendations for improvement.
• Contribute to the development and alignment of policies, procedures, and guidance with regulatory, financial, security, and privacy requirements.
• Develop and maintain incident response plans to address and mitigate security breaches or compliance violations.
• Design and deliver training programs to educate employees on governance, risk, and compliance matters, fostering a culture of awareness and accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Public Administration, Accounting, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4+ years of experience as a Project Manager.
• 2+ years of project management, security, or IT audit experience leading audits or compliance initiatives at an enterprise scale, preferably in IT, finance, or public administration.
• Experience with Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) or Integrated Risk Management tools.
• One or more certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, or similar are strongly preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of compliance regulations and frameworks, including NIST 800-53 controls; IRS Publication 1075 strongly desired.
• Strong understanding of IT controls and their relationship to business processes, as well as enterprise IT environments.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage effectively with senior and mid-level management, stakeholders, and technical staff.
• Demonstrated presentation skills, strategic thinking, and high professional ethics.
• Ability to perform compliance interviews, document business processes, and technical procedures.

Benefits

• Transportation: Unlimited FREE public transportation all year through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program.
• Parental Leave: 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Health Coverage: Comprehensive health benefits for employees and eligible dependents.
• Wellness Program: Eligibility for discounted medical plans.
• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Retirement Savings: Generous retirement savings options.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Tuition Discounts: Access to tuition discounts and scholarships (10% to 40% savings) through partnerships with over a dozen local colleges and universities, extending to spouses and dependents in some cases.

Pay

$87,000 - $100,000 per year.

Schedule

• Full-time, in-office position.
• 37.5 hours per week.

The successful candidate must become a resident of the City of Philadelphia within six months of hire.