IT Compliance Specialist II

Our client, a technology-driven organization is seeking a IT Compliance Specialist II to join their team. As a IT Compliance Specialist II, you will be part of the IT Governance and Compliance team supporting cross-functional technology groups. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a collaborative approach to achieving business objectives which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: IT Compliance Specialist II

Location: Waukegan, IL (100% On-Site)

Pay Range: $31/hr. - $36/hr.

Duration: 12+ Month Contract

What's the Job?

• Support and continuously improve cybersecurity controls by collaborating with technical teams on control assessments, audits, and remediation activities.
• Review and evaluate IT changes to ensure compliance with established change management procedures, including verification of approvals, testing, and documentation for access requests.
• Assist with governance activities across the System Life Cycle (SLC), supporting planning, requirements, design, development, testing, implementation, and retirement.
• Participate in project planning and execution by tracking action items, following through to completion, and communicating status, risks, and issues to management and stakeholders.
• Partner effectively with IT teams, business stakeholders, auditors, and leadership to facilitate meetings, drive problem-solving, and maintain strong working relationships.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting IT controls, cybersecurity programs, change management, or governance processes.
• Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management principles, and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) or System Life Cycle (SLC) methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with excellent verbal and written communication abilities and proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaboration tools.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to help strengthen cybersecurity controls and support audit readiness through hands-on compliance work.
• Chance to contribute to safer, more reliable technology operations by supporting change management and access request documentation.
• Meaningful involvement across the full System Life Cycle, helping teams meet quality, compliance, and control requirements.
• A collaborative environment where you partner with IT, business stakeholders, and auditors to drive initiatives forward.
• Clear success focus on accountability, critical thinking, risk awareness, and continuous improvement.

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!