Global Director, IT SOX Compliance

Global Director, IT SOX ComplianceWe are seeking a strategic and technically proficient leader to serve as the Global Director, IT SOX Compliance, with a specialized focus on IT General Controls (ITGCs) and second line of defense oversight. This role is responsible for the global design, implementation, and governance of ITGCs to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Section 404. The Director will lead a global team, manage audit engagements, and act as the independent compliance authority overseeing IT control execution across all regions and systems.Second Line of Defense OversightServe as the global lead for the second line of defense for IT SOX, ensuring independence from first-line control performers and system owners.Establish and maintain a governance framework that defines roles, responsibilities, and escalation paths between the first and second lines of defense.Independently assess the design and operating effectiveness of ITGCs and challenge control owners on adequacy, completeness, and timeliness of control execution.Monitor and report on the health of the IT SOX control environment, including emerging risks, recurring deficiencies, and systemic issues.Provide independent assurance to senior leadership, internal audit, and external stakeholders on the effectiveness of ITGCs and overall SOX compliance posture.Lead the development of second-line testing strategies, including sampling methodology, evidence standards, and issue classification criteria.Facilitate control rationalization and optimization efforts while maintaining compliance integrity.ITGC Program LeadershipDefine and maintain a global ITGC framework aligned with SOX 404, PCAOB expectations, and internal risk appetite.Lead the annual SOX scoping process to determine in-scope systems, applications, and control environments.Establish and enforce global standards for ITGC domains including:Access Controls: User provisioning, de-provisioning, privileged access, and periodic access reviews.Change Management: Change request approvals, testing, segregation of duties, and deployment controls.Control Design, Validation & TestingOversee the design and operational effectiveness testing of ITGCs across all regions and business units.Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate walkthroughs, control testing, and remediation validation.Identify control deficiencies, lead root cause analysis, and drive timely and sustainable remediation.Ensure documentation of control narratives, risk-control matrices (RCMs), and testing evidence is complete and audit-ready.Audit & Stakeholder EngagementAct as the primary liaison between IT and external auditors for all ITGC-related matters.Coordinate audit timelines, evidence requests, and issue resolution across global teams.Partner with IT system owners, control performers, and business stakeholders to promote accountability and audit readiness.Governance, Reporting & DocumentationMaintain centralized documentation repositories for ITGCs, including SOPs, control matrices, and audit logs.Develop and deliver executive-level reporting on ITGC performance, risks, and remediation status.Monitor regulatory changes and industry trends to ensure ongoing compliance and control relevance.Team Leadership & DevelopmentManage and mentor a global team of IT compliance professionals.Allocate control-related responsibilities effectively and provide development opportunities to enhance team capabilities.Foster a culture of compliance, risk awareness, and continuous improvement across the organization.What You'll Bring12+ years of experience in IT compliance, audit, or risk management, with a strong focus on ITGCs and SOX 404.Proven success managing global ITGC programs and second line of defense functions.Deep understanding of ITGC domains, SOX requirements, and control frameworks (e.g., COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001).Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, or CISSP are highly desirable.Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities and attention to detail.Pay Range: $143,200---$193,300PVH currently provides base salary ranges for all positions on job advertisements in the United States based on local requirements. These ranges are based on what PVH reasonably believes that it will pay an associate for their base salary for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to qualifications, geographic location and other relevant skills. PVH is committed to providing a market-competitive total rewards package to eligible associates, which includes diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our associates and an above-market 401(k) contribution to help our associates save for retirement. We also offer career growth opportunities, empowering our associates to design their future at PVH. Additional Compensation: This role is bonus eligible. This role is equity eligible.Your Wellbeing is Our PriorityAt PVH, we offer competitive, cost-effective, and comprehensive benefit packages. We strive to provide options when it comes to your health, finances, and work-life balance. This includes:Pay & Insurance: Competitive pay, bonus programs, best in class medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and more.401(k): An above-market 401(k) contribution to help our eligible associates save for retirement.Flexible Workplace: Generous company-paid holidays, paid time off, hybrid working arrangements, volunteer opportunities, seasonal hours, and flexible work schedules.Wellbeing Support: A variety of wellbeing tools and programs such as, Headspace membership, reimbursement for fitness memberships and/or digital meditation subscriptions, and the opportunity to earn up to $200 a year in rewards for exercising and participating in healthy activities.Care.com Services: Access to services for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, pet care, plus reimbursement for backup care when your regular plans fall through.Education Assistance: Receive support for continued education including tuition reimbursement.Associate Discount: Shop at our company outlets and e-commerce sites at a discount.Please note, eligibility depends on employment status, location and length of time employed with PVH and our benefits may be subject to change. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.PVH Corp. or its subsidiary ("PVH") is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, PVH is also committed to ensuring that all current and future PVH associates are compensated solely on job-related factors such as skill, ability, educational background, work quality, experience and potential.To achieve these goals, across the United States and its territories, PVH prohibits any PVH employee, agent or representative from requesting or otherwise considering any job applicant's current or prior wages, salary or other compensation information in connection with the hiring process. Accordingly, applicants are asked not to disclose this salary history information to PVH.