Senior Associate IT Auditor

ALSHARID AUDITORS AND ADVISORS L.L.C

Position:

The current vacant position is for the role of (Senior Associate IT Auditor)

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in the planning and execution of IT audits, assessing the effectiveness of IT controls, accuracy of financial records, and efficiency of operations.
• Evaluate IT infrastructure, operations, and application systems to ensure compliance with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and assess technology-related risks and provide recommendations for risk mitigation.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of risk management practices and the security of systems against threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct audits to ensure compliance with relevant IT laws, standards, and regulations (such as SOX, GDPR, HIPAA).
• Review and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of IT internal controls.
• Analyze data and system logs to identify unusual trends or activities.
• Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings to management, suggesting improvements and corrective actions.
• Manage multiple audit projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Coordinate with other audit and business teams to ensure comprehensive audit coverage.
• Review and assess IT policies and procedures for adequacy and compliance.
• Recommend enhancements to IT policies and practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Liaise with various stakeholders, including management and external partners, to communicate audit findings and recommendations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and IT staff.
• Mentor and guide junior IT audit staff, providing training and support where necessary.
• Contribute to a positive team environment, sharing knowledge and best practices.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in IT auditing, cybersecurity, and related technologies.
• Engage in continuous professional development to enhance technical and audit skills.
• Utilize specialized IT audit software and tools proficiently.
• Assist in developing and improving tools and methodologies for IT auditing.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), or equivalent.

Work and Technical Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT auditing, with a focus on external audit support.
• Familiarity with IT governance frameworks like COBIT, ITIL, or ISO 27001.
• Strong understanding of IT audit methodologies, including risk assessment, control analysis, and audit reporting.
• Experience in auditing IT systems, infrastructure, and operations, particularly in relation to financial and operational processes.
• Knowledge of auditing controls of ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle).
• Proficiency in using IT audit tools and software, such as ACL analytics.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse complex IT environments.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey audit findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and coordinate with other audit professionals in financial and operational audit areas.
• Willingness to stay updated with the latest IT trends and developments and how they impact audit processes and risk assessment.
• Capability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Fluent in English (Reading, Speaking and Writing). Bilingual candidates (Arabic/English) are desired.