Internal Auditor - ITGC Audit

Air Arabia; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline company based in Sharjah is seeking an experienced internal audit professional. The role requires conducting risk-based audits, including ITGC reviews, and contributing to cybersecurity assessments. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in IT or a related field, along with relevant certifications. Experience in the aviation sector is an advantage. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant audit experience, with at least 2 years in ITGC audits.
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits of IT General Controls covering access management and change management.
• Conduct process audits across various departments.
• Assist in developing audit programs and risk assessments.

Skills

ITGC & IT Audit Responsibilities

Compliance evaluation

Audit planning

Cybersecurity frameworks knowledge

Business writing

Data analytics tools

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in information technology or related field

Professional certifications (CISA or CIA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP)

Audit tools (e.g., ACL, Power BI)

Job description

Date: 10 Aug 2025

Company: Air Arabia PJSC (G9)

Location:

Sharjah, AE

Country: AE

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced internal audit professional with a strong background in IT General Controls (ITGC) and operational audits, preferably in aviation or travel sector. The ideal candidate will support the Internal Audit function by conducting risk-based audits, including ITGC reviews, business process audits, and contributing to cybersecurity assessments. This role requires a keen understanding of internal controls, risk management, system environments, and business operations—particularly within the airline industry.

Key Result Responsibilities

• ITGC & IT Audit Responsibilities:
• Perform audits of IT General Controls covering areas such as access management, change management, backup and recovery, and system operations.
• Assess compliance with IT policies, standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, etc.).
• Evaluate the effectiveness of application controls across key systems including ERP, financial systems, and operational platforms.
• Identify weaknesses in IT control design or operating effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• Follow up on implementation of previous audit recommendations.
• Operational/Internal Audit Responsibilities:
• Conduct process audits across various departments such as Finance, Revenue Management, Ground Handling, Fuel, Procurement, etc.
• Review effectiveness and efficiency of operations, compliance with policies and procedures, and reliability of financial reporting.
• Assist in developing audit programs, risk assessments, and audit planning documentation.
• Follow up on implementation of previous audit recommendations.
  
  

Cybersecurity Review (added Advantage)

• Support cybersecurity audits and maturity assessments.
• Assist in reviewing cybersecurity frameworks, incident response protocols, and endpoint protection mechanisms.
• Collaborate with IT and Security teams to understand and evaluate cybersecurity risks and controls.
  
  

Qualifications (Academic, Training, Languages)

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional certifications: CISA or CIA or similar.
• Experience with airlines or aviation industry processes is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) is a plus.
• Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP) and audit tools is desirable
• Very good business writing and reporting skills.
• Good English Language, (Arabic is a plus).
  
  

Work Experience

• 5 years of relevant audit experience, with at least 2 years in ITGC audits.
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and professional scepticism.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of data analytics tools (e.g., ACL, Power BI) is an advantage.