Audit & Assurance | Technology Assurance Deloitte

Audit & Assurance | Technology Assurance Senior Associate
Role Summary:
Lead and execute IT assurance engagements, including the evaluation of General IT Controls (GITC), IT Application Controls (ITAC), and interface controls.
Participate in and oversee Third-Party Assurance reporting assignments, including SOC 1 (ISAE 3402) and SOC 2 reporting across diverse industries.
Lead and execute SOX audits by evaluating IT controls over financial reporting.
Develop and implement remediation plans for control deficiencies.
Present findings and control recommendations clearly to client stakeholders.
Manage the full engagement lifecycle from planning and fieldwork to reporting and follow-up.
Lead assessments across IT infrastructure, enterprise applications (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and cybersecurity environments.
Draft, tailor and review proposals and RFP responses.
Review and finalize workpapers and ensure quality in accordance with Deloitte standards and regulatory requirements.
Mentor and develop junior team members through on-the-job coaching and feedback.
Build trusted relationships with client IT and business teams to identify value-add opportunities.
Stay informed on regional regulatory developments, emerging technologies, and IT risk trends.
Support go-to-market activities, thought leadership initiatives, and proposal development within the Risk Advisory practice.
Leadership Capabilities:
Delivers Quality and Risk Excellence: Sets the standard for high-quality deliverables, ensuring risk and compliance frameworks are rigorously applied.
Builds High-Performing Teams: Creates a culture of development and inclusion, empowering junior colleagues through support and mentorship.
Drives Value to Clients: Understands client needs in the regional context and offers relevant, practical IT risk and assurance recommendations.
Champions Innovation: Embraces change and encourages the adoption of digital tools and new approaches to solve client challenges.
Acts as a Trusted Advisor: Operates with integrity, discretion, and a deep understanding of the local market landscape and sensitivities.
Communicates with Impact: Clearly articulates messages to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, tailoring communication to suit diverse audiences.
Fosters Collaboration: Leverages Deloitte s regional and global network, promoting cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Qualifications:
Bachelor s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Information Technology, or a related field.
3 5 years of relevant experience in IT audit, IT assurance, or IT risk consulting ideally in the Middle East or within a global professional services firm.
Solid understanding of:
- GITCs, automated controls, and business process controls
- Regulatory and assurance frameworks (SOX, ISAE 3402, SOC 1/2)
- IT risk and cybersecurity standards (e.g., COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001)
Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
Professional certifications such as CISA, CPA, CIA, or CISSP (preferred or in progress).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.