CHIEF INTERNAL AUDITOR

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cyber Security, from a recognized university.
• 6 years of experience in the fields of internal auditing. Public Sector exposure is highly recommended.
• Holder of at least one relevant professional Certificate like: CISA, CISSP, CISM, CGEIT or CIA.
• Full conversance with the development and trends of the auditing profession.
• Considerable skill in the various Information and Communication technologies including: application systems, operating systems, databases, and networking.
• Exposure to IT management leading practices, frameworks and standards (e.g., CobiT, ITIL, Val IT, ISO, etc.).
• Knowledge of IT project management frameworks, standards, and best practices.
• Knowledge of the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by the Institute of Internal Auditors and the IT auditing standards, guidelines, and procedures developed by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and laws.
• Skill in collecting and analyzing data, evaluating information systems, and drawing logical conclusions.
• Highly analytical thinking with demonstrated talent for identifying, scrutinizing, improving, and streamlining complex work processes.
• Computer-literate performer with extensive software proficiency covering a wide variety of applications.
• Exceptional listener and communicator who effectively conveys information verbally and in writing.
• Resourceful team player who excels at building trusting relationships with customers and colleagues.
• Flexible team player who thrives in environments requiring the ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple concurrent projects.
• Innovative problem-solver who can generate workable solutions and resolve complaints.
• Goal-driven leader who maintains a productive climate and confidently motivates, mobilizes, and coaches employees to meet high performance standards.
• Results-driven achiever with exemplary planning and organizational skills, along with a high degree of detail orientation.

KEY RESULTS ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Conduct IT Risk Assessment and evaluate the organization’s risk areas and provide input to the development of the Annual Audit Plan.
• Participate in evaluating the Risk of Fraud and the manner in which it’s managed by the respective Department.
• Identify and scope the objectives of the audit engagement.
• Attend opening meetings with the departments and take notes of required procedures.
• Draft the complete audit memorandum and obtain the approval of the higher levels of supervision.
• Collect data and document processes, completing audit questionnaires.
• Prepare audit programs and determine the selection of the audit samples for the area under review, then discuss with higher levels of supervision to ascertain compliance and complete the coverage of the various aspects of the engagement.
• Conduct the performance of audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures whenever required.
• Exercise due diligence in the identification, development, and documentation of audit issues and recommendations.
• Communicate the results of audit and consulting projects via written reports and oral presentations to the concerned management.
• Prepare draft reports – complete or partial – to ensure that standards and professionalism have been maintained.
• Ensure that the audit engagements are completed as per established Company’s Internal Audit Manuals, processes, procedures, policies, and standards.
• Conduct follow-up audits and ensure that recommended actions are implemented.
• Conduct Special Assignments as per directive from Senior Management.
• Participate in special audits, investigation of fraud, abuse, etc. as requested.
• Provide IT-focused support and advice to other non-IT audit teams in conducting their audit reviews and special assignments.
• Conduct data analytics and support the Internal Audit Unit in implementing and using computer-assisted audit techniques (CAATS).
• Implement, maintain, and customize the internal audit management system and provide guidance on its effective use.
• Perform other responsibilities related to the position as appropriate.