Information Technology Auditor - UAEN

Financial Audit Authority; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Financial Audit Authority is seeking a qualified IT Audit professional in Dubai to support planning, management, and execution of audits in the Information Systems Audit Department. The role focuses on evaluating IT controls, policy adherence, and risk management across technology domains.

You will assist in audit planning, execute engagements, prepare findings, and collaborate with senior management to deliver actionable recommendations that enhance overall compliance and security posture.

Qualifications

• Backgrounds in Systems Engineering, IT Security, Project Management, IT Compliance/Risk Management, or Software Development/Programming are encouraged to apply.
• CISA certification and PMP/CIA/CISSP are preferred per license/certification section.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of audit strategy and monitor its effectiveness.
• Plan, sc ope, execute, and report audits.
• Understand Auditee policies, systems, processes, and controls using industry practices.
• Conduct advanced analyses to derive insights and recommendations for management.
• Review design and operation of IT controls (ITGC, ITAC, IT Governance) and report findings to senior management.
• Coordinate multiple audits and manage stakeholder relationships to optimize outcomes.
• Plan and monitor audits; verify compliance with laws and regulations.
• Communicate audit conclusions and follow up on corrective actions.
• Develop expertise to undertake more complex audits.

Skills

Systems engineering

IT security

Project management

IT compliance/risk management

Software development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Candidates with backgrounds in Systems Engineering, IT Security, Project Management, IT Compliance/Risk Management, or Software Development/Programming are encouraged to apply. These diverse technical skill sets provide a solid foundation for a successful transition into IT Audit.

Overall Purpose:

To assist in the planning, management, and execution of specific and/or assigned audit engagements in the Information Systems Audit Department and support the development of strategies and operational plans for the Department.

Key accountabilities:

• Assist in the development of the Audit strategy for the Information Systems Audit Department, and continuously monitor its effectiveness to be aligned with the long term objectives.
• Assist in the planning, scoping, execution, and reporting of specific and/or assigned audits.
• Possess a strong understanding of Auditee's policies, systems, processes, procedures, and general business practices using appropriate audit methodologies that are aligned with industry-relevant international practices and the long term objectives of FAA.
• Conduct advanced analysis using complex methodologies and approaches to derive insights, improvement measures, and recommendations to support management decision making.
• Participate in the review and evaluation of the design and operational effectiveness, efficiencies, risks, and security measures related to technology controls including IT General Controls (ITGC), IT Application Contols(ITAC) and Enterprise-wide IT Governnane and Management Controls , and provide Senior Management reports that include findings and recommendations for compliance and mitigation of risk.

Participate in multiple projects or audits similtaneously and provide understanding of complex business processes, as well as identifying the full range of risks related to processes and compliance.

• Support the Department in managing any relevant stakeholder to optimize engagement outcomes and assist in the establishment and maintenance of strong collaborations and partnerships.
• Plan and monitor the assigned audits.
• Verify auditees compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Participate in meetings with senior members to discuss and clarify requests for projects, highlight issues, present findings, and make recommendations to address issues and priorities.
• Resolve audit issues and escape complex issues to appropriate teams for analysis.
• Keep abreast of local and international laws and regulations that can affect the organizations' compliance and risk management environments, and propose ways to stay compliant.
• Participate in the development of practice/service related research, thought leadership and generation of market insights.
• Participate in the communication of audit report conclusions, including the follow up of the reporting progress on the corrective actions.
• Continually develop expertise in sectorial or technical area of responsibility in order to be able to undertake more complex audits.
• Allocate responsibilities to less experienced auditors. Review team members' work for timeliness, accuracy, and compliance. Assist in the development of less experienced staff where necessary through the provision of coaching, formal training, and the development of skills.
• Perform on-site involvement and act as a key point of contact for the client.
• Support senior members of the team, as needed.

Job requirments:

Education:

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related field

License/ Certification:

• Holder of reputable technical / specialist degree, or auditing professional qualifications CISA. And (PMP, CIA, CISSP) are preferred

Minimum Experience:

• 4-7 years of relevant experience