IT Governance Analyst

Location: Houston
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world. Equal Opportunity Employer Nabors is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. To learn more about our Fair Employment practices, please refer to the Nabors Code of Conduct. The IT Governance Analyst will be responsible for ensuring that Nabors's IT operations align with its business goals, policies, and regulatory requirements. They will ensure that IT systems and processes not only support business needs but do so securely, compliantly, and effectively. If you are looking for an opportunity to work with a fast- paced company and like to be able to make an impact. This may be the role for you! Assist in developing and implementing IT governance policies and procedures to ensure alignment with organizational goals and compliance with legal and regulatory standards. Identify and evaluate IT-related risks, compliance, and operational risks and assess how these risks impact the organization and recommend mitigations. Support internal and external audits by co ordinating with auditors and control owners, gathering evidence, implement corrective actions for audit findings and tracking adherence to policies and risk management efforts. Serve as a bridge between IT, compliance, and business units, helping communicate governance expectations, risks, and compliance requirements across departments. Analyze current IT governance processes and suggest areas for improvement, such as automating workflows, streamlining compliance checks, or implementing new risk management tools. Provide training and guidance to other teams on IT governance policies and best practices, helping reinforce compliance and reduce risks across the organization. Assist in change management initiatives for IT governance improvements. Assist in tracking the spend for License, Professional services, etc. to align with the overall IT spend. Assist in reviewing contracts related to IT services and products, ensuring alignment with company policies and budget constraints. LI-TL1 Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline (such as in development, process methodology, IT systems) or equivalent experience in IT SOX compliance. 1-3 years of functional experience in technology governance, support or related field. Familiarity with governance frameworks like COBIT, ITIL, NIST, or ISO 27001. Basic knowledge of IT systems and security principles. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management. Critical thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail, especially for policy and report creation, as well as auditing processes. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Two years of relevant experience. Certification in governance or risk management is highly desirable. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS Office environment May be required to visit a Rig environment to understand the nature of the business While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision and distance vision.

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