(1000) Senior Information Technology Auditor - IAD

Job Description

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to plan, conduct and report on complex information technology (IT) audit assignments in order to provide independent and objective assurance and consulting services regarding the adequacy and effectiveness of the control, risk management and governance processes of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB).

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

1. Actively contribute to the development and maintenance of policies, procedures, checklists, models, frameworks and templates governing internal auditing in the SARB.
2. Stay abreast of, and apply theoretical and applied developments in, the field of IT auditing, IT projects auditing and data analytics.
3. Conduct audit assignments and participate in a team on more complex audit environments by conducting research and compiling thorough, concise and reliable research reports.
4. Effectively communicate the status of internal IT audit assignments to both client management and internal audit management.
5. Review the work of junior auditors and provide the necessary on-the-job coaching and training.
6. Execute the audit programme through conducting adequacy assessments and audit tests.
7. Evaluate the results of audit tests and ensure that the evidence is sufficient to support the results.
8. Prepare audit recommendations, or parts thereof, and compile thorough, concise and reliable audit reports.
9. Monitor departmental responses to audit recommendations and draft progress reports.
10. Brief and make presentations to departments on their compliance as well as internal control processes and status.
11. Define the scope and objectives of audit assignments and set up audit programmes to address objectives and to assist with managing projects or assignments to targeted milestones.

Qualifications

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

1. a degree in Computer Science, Accounting or Internal Auditing, or an equivalent qualification;
2. the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) qualification;
3. at least 5-8 years' experience within an auditing environment, with a strong track record in auditing IT projects; and
4. at least 3 years' experience in leading auditing assignments.

Additional requirements include:

1. industry, organisational and business awareness, knowledge and skill;
2. quality assurance knowledge and skill;
3. continuous improvement knowledge and skill;
4. risk management principles, tools, methodologies, frameworks, policies and processes knowledge and skill;
5. extensive experience in internal audit principles, tools, methodologies, frameworks, policies and processes;
6. experience in using computer-assisted audit techniques (CAATs) or performing data analytics on either Microsoft Excel or audit analytics software;
7. planning and organising skills;
8. developing and growing others;
9. a drive for results;
10. impact and influence;
11. building and maintaining relationships; and
12. conceptual thinking skills.

In line with the SARB's commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.

About Us

About SARB

Primary mandate of the SARB

Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:

The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.

The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.

WHAT WE DO

Monetary Policy

The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.

Financial Stability

The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.

Prudential Regulation

The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.

Financial Markets

Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa's gold and foreign exchange reserves.

Financial Surveillance

The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.

Payments and Settlements

The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa's modern financial system.

Statistics

The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.

Research

Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.

Banknotes and Coin

The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.

About the Team

Internal Audit Department (IAD)