It Internal Auditor Cape Town

IT Internal Auditor

The role of the IT Internal Auditor within the organisation is to conduct internal audits and assess IT governance processes, aiming to pinpoint and address areas of risk and non-compliance. Reporting directly to the Head of Internal Audit, the IT Internal Auditor plays a crucial role in evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of IT-related internal controls, risk management practices, and governance processes within the group. This position is instrumental in providing insights into the overall state of IT-related controls and processes, contributing to the organization's efforts to ensure robust risk management and compliance practices. Key qualification and experience required for the IT Internal Auditor:

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent (Required).
• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Internal Auditing, Computer Science, Informatics, or equivalent qualification (Required).
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an IT Internal Auditor, with at least 2 years at a senior level (Required).
• Demonstrated experience in recommending effective IT controls, frameworks, and best practices (Required).
• Proficiency in data analytics (Required).
• Certification as a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) (Preferred).
• Familiarity with IT threats, vulnerabilities, and risks.
• Understanding of COBIT, ITIL, and NIST Frameworks.
• Knowledgeable about ISO27001.
• Understanding of project methodologies and involvement in project phases.
• Familiarity with Internal Audit principles and IIA/ISACA standards.

Key duties required for the IT Internal Auditor:

• Contribute to the formulation of the IT risk-based audit plan and strategy.
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the organization's IT landscape, including business operations, system risks, processes, and policies.
• Evaluate various IT controls such as application controls, access security, change control, and IT service management.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with IT stakeholders.
• Conduct IT risk analysis and develop audit plans tailored to business processes and systems.
• Execute audits in accordance with IIA/ISACA standards, IT frameworks, and internal audit methodologies.
• Identify deficiencies in IT controls and governance processes, offering recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with management to address audit findings and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Provide assurance and guidance on IT projects and system development phases.
• Utilize data analytics for audit purposes or continuous monitoring.
• Safeguard organizational assets against fraud and theft, integrating fraud prevention measures into audit procedures.
• Support investigations related to IT fraud incidents.
• Advise management on implementing IT internal controls to mitigate fraud and asset theft risks.
• Assist in the IT group's risk management process.
• Ensure compliance with governance procedures, escalating instances of non-compliance.
• Maintain audit working papers in accordance with internal audit methodologies.
• Prepare comprehensive internal audit reports adhering to IIA standards and methodologies.
• Prepare reports for Audit Committee meetings.
• Manage the IT audit plan and ensure timely completion of audit activities.
• Engage in continuous professional development to enhance audit skills and knowledge.

Key personal skills:

• Proficient in computer usage, particularly with MS Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Well-organized with a keen attention to detail, committed to delivering high-quality work.
• Assertive approach in dealing with tasks and challenges.
• Strong analytical skills, coupled with the ability to interpret complex information.
• Proficient in conducting research and utilizing data mining and analytics techniques.
• Stay informed about the latest IT risks and trends.
• Familiarity with ACL (Audit Command Language) software.

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