Internal Audit Specialist (IT)

SUMMARY:
To execute audits in order to provide assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of Information Technology controls within the Group.

POSITION INFO:

Objective:

To execute audits in order to provide assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of Information Technology controls within the Group.

IT Audit Planning:
1. Identify audit needs and areas for review and advise Internal Audit manager of requirements.
2. Plan IT Audit, in the process consider COBIT and CISA standards
3. Research and keep up to date with international best practice (audit approach and methodologies)
4. Provide input to direct manager in setting up the annual IT audit plan for implementation
5. Prepare and update audit programmes for execution2 IT Audit Execution 1. Map and document business processes to obtain an understanding

MINIMUM EDUCATION

• 3 years relevant degree / diploma in the IT audit field

MINUMUM EXPERIENCE

• 3 years Internal Audit or relevant experience in IT

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

• Analytical skills and advanced experience in data analytics (e.g. ACL, SQL, IDEA, Advanced Excel)
• Exposure in performing continuous auditing
• Computer literacy (MS packages, Accounting Package, processing systems)
• Be able to perform an audit from planning to reporting with limited assistance
• Report writing and root cause analysis
• Presentation skills
• Ability to apply judgement
• Decision making skills
• Results orientated and deadline driven
• Ability to multi-task
• Be able to lead a small team on an audit project

Knowledge of

• IT control frameworks (e.g. COBIT)
• Code of Internal Auditors
• Key regulatory requirements relating to Banking and Insurance

FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES

• Ability to maintain independence
• Assertiveness
• Honesty
• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Team player

ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of
• IFRS
• SA Auditing Standards
• Listening skills
• Communication skills (written and verbal)
• Customer focus
• Adaptability

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Internal Audit planning
• Internal Audit execution and review
• Conclude report findings
• Brand building and service delivery
• Customer

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