Key Responsibilities

The incumbent will report to the Internal Audit Manager and will be responsible for:

• Conducting end-to-end information systems audits and providing actionable recommendations.
• Evaluating general and application controls across IT systems.
• Reviewing IT processes including system security, data integrity, backup and effectiveness of IT Business Continuity Management.
• Identifying system vulnerabilities in the process of continuous audits and recommending control improvements.
• Performing preliminary IT-related forensic audit and investigations where necessary.
• Preparing audit reports and presenting findings to management.
• Following up and issuing assurance on IT audit recommendations to the status of implementation.
• Giving assurance on IT project implementation and innovations to ensure adherence to security and project implementation standards.
• Providing advice, insight and foresight support on IT risks and controls.
• Supporting operational, compliance and financial audits as assigned.
• Any other related duty as may be assigned.

Skills, Competencies & Experience

The successful candidate will be required to have the following skills and competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or Computer Science from a recognized university. Possession of an MSc or other relevant postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is a mandatory requirement.
• Professional certification in IT Audit, Risk and Security e.g. CISM, CISSP, CISA, CRISC.
• CPA (Part II) or ACCA (Level II) will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of IT governance frameworks, cybersecurity, database auditing, data analytics and financial systems.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in IT audit or a similar role.
• Demonstrable knowledge in risk assessment and control concepts/methodologies.
• Excellent oral and written skills.
• Excellent qualitative and quantitative analytical ability.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.