Compliance and Audit Specialist

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About the position

As a Compliance and Audit Specialist, you will strengthen Whataburger’s cybersecurity, technology, and regulatory posture by ensuring we meet internal policies, industry standards, and compliance obligations. Your work supports a secure and resilient environment that empowers our restaurants and teams to Make a Difference by protecting our systems and data; Serve with Heart by helping stakeholders understand and implement effective controls; Win as One by collaborating across Technology, Security, Risk, Legal, and business partners; and Move Forward Boldly by driving continuous improvement, audit readiness, and proactive compliance practices across the enterprise

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and support internal and external audits, coordinating evidence, documentation, and control testing.
  • Evaluate IT and security controls, identify gaps, and track remediation through completion.
  • Monitor regulatory and industry cybersecurity standards to ensure ongoing compliance.
  • Review third‑party and vendor risk materials, including questionnaires and audit attestations.
  • Provide clear compliance updates, audit findings, and risk insights to Technology leadership.
  • Partner cross‑functionally to align security practices with evolving requirements and operational needs.

Requirements

  • Working knowledge of cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) concepts.
  • Understanding of PCI DSS v4.0 requirements and how to apply them in enterprise IT environments.
  • Ability to map regulatory frameworks to administrative and technical controls.
  • Skill in identifying control deficiencies, audit findings, and compliance risks.
  • Familiarity with security governance tools and platforms that support compliance monitoring.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting audit results and compliance expectations.
  • Proven ability to conduct interviews, facilitate control reviews, and collaborate across IT, Security, Risk, Legal, and business teams.
  • 5+ years of relevant professional experience.

Nice-to-haves

  • CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor).
  • CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control).
  • Experience supporting third‑party risk, cybersecurity governance, or audit programs in large organizations.

Benefits

  • Competitive Weekly Pay
  • Bonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company results
  • 5 weeks PTO
  • Flex Weeks
  • Paid Corporate Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401(k) match \$1/\$1 up to 4%
  • Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits
  • Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
  • Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
  • Discounted Meals for You and a Guest
  • Wireless Service Discounts
  • Computer & Software Discounts
  • Fitness / Gym Discounts
  • Awards and recognition for all you do
  • Retirement Celebration Program
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