Information Systems Audit (Cybersecurity) Senior Manager

SUMMARY:
Are you an Information Systems Audit (Cybersecurity)

POSITION INFO:
The purpose of this role is to manage the effective and timeous cybersecurity audits of public sector Information Technology (IT) systems, thereby ensuring a service is provided to the people in terms of relevant laws and regulations. Implement the business unit’s strategic objectives by managing a portfolio of audits through the effective and efficient allocation of resources, management, stakeholder management and coordination of people to perform quality, effective and timely audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct and coordinate portfolio of audits covering the three audit phases
• Provide input into the strategic objectives to assist in establishing the strategic direction of the Business Unit (BU).
• Facilitate the implementation of the Business Unit and Specialised Audit Solutions (SAS) strategic plans in accordance with policies, procedures and legislation.
• Manage teams to ensure alignment to the vision, mission, strategic goals and values of the Organization
• Provide feedback on implementation / achievement of strategic objectives to the relevant stakeholders
• Liaise with auditees in the provision of advice / recommendations, setting up meetings, etc
• Initiate and lead meetings with the audit team regarding the direction and progress on the audits
• Provide guidance to managers and assistance on audit related matters
• Ensure that all risks are addressed for the specific audit engagements, for example: Appointment of specialist staff, Contract in and out
• Conduct audit team visits to:
• Review work
• Finalise the audit
• Conclude working papers
• Prepare audit report
• Attend meetings with the team and auditees
• Provide motivation talks and training on auditing matters to team members
• Engage with contracted out partners
• Project manage all projects to ensure timeous delivery on milestones and quality of delivery is met
• Perform functions as required by an engagement manager as spelled out in the ISA’s and the Organization policies
• Prepare and take responsibility for presentations
• Report back to the audit steering committees and audit committees on the planning, execution and reporting of the audits
• Manage audits within the allocated time frame
• Manage audits in accordance with policies, procedures and legislation

• Minimum qualification of NQF Level 8 (i.e. Honours Degree/ National Diploma + Postgraduate Diploma) e.g. B Com with specialisation in Auditing and/or Information Technology
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or equivalent (e.g. a recognised IT auditing certification) AND at least one of the following: Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) or equivalent (e.g. CEH) and/or Certified Incident Handler (ECIH/ GCIH) or equivalent (e.g. CRIA)
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience post qualification with at least 4 years’ experience operating at a manager/middle management level
• Extensive experience in managing cybersecurity and network security audits, with a strong understanding of networked environments that support various application hosting infrastructures, including Windows and Unix-based operating systems, as well as MSSQL and Oracle databases
• Extensive experience in conducting cybersecurity maturity assessments, particularly within the Southern African context. This includes a strong ability to position insights and control recommendations for clients, guided by leading frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001/2, CIS, and COBIT