IT / IT Security Auditor

System Recruitment Specialists; Basel; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 170.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

System Recruitment Specialists is seeking an IT / IT Security Auditor for a Basel-based permanent role with a financial client.

You will independently plan and execute risk-based IT audits focusing on cybersecurity, IT operations, access management, network security, data management and emerging tech such as AI, delivering clear findings to senior management and driving control improvements.

Qualifikationen

• 10 years of practical experience in IT, cybersecurity or technology risk.
• Hands-on experience in cyber domains: network security, IAM, vulnerability management, IT resilience.
• Experience analyzing results from penetration tests and vulnerability scanners.
• CISA, CISM, CISSP or equivalent certifications preferred.
• Interest in AI and governance; AI experience is a strong plus.
• Willingness to travel internationally (~20+ days per year).
• Fluency in English; German and/or French a plus.

Aufgaben

• Design and execute risk-based IT audit assignments and audit programs.
• Assess and challenge Cybersecurity, IT Risk, IT Operations, IAM, Network Security, Data Management, IT Resilience and emerging technologies including AI.
• Leverage hands-on technical experience to understand complex technology environments and identify material risks and control weaknesses.
• Analyze results from penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, security monitoring and other technical security assessments.
• Communicate audit results effectively to management and stakeholders; draft clear audit reports.
• Collaborate with IT Auditors, Business Auditors, IT Management, Cybersecurity, Risk and other internal stakeholders to strengthen controls.

Kenntnisse

IT Auditor

Cybersecurity

IT Risk

Network Security

Identity & Access Mgmt

Vulnerability Management

Security Operations

AI governance

Penetration testing

Auditing

Ausbildung

Higher education in CS/IT

Tools

Vulnerability scanners

Penetration testing tools

Jobbeschreibung

Our financial client is seeking an IT / IT Security Auditor to join their Basel based team in a permanent role.

As an IT Auditor you will play an important role in assessing and challenging the technology and cybersecurity landscape of our clients international company. Working at the intersection of Technology, Cybersecurity, Risk, Governance and Business, you will independently plan and execute complex, risk-based audit assignments with a primary focus on IT, Cybersecurity, and emerging technology risks. You will utilize your technology expertise to evaluate control effectiveness and provide high-value, independent and trusted guidance to senior management and key stakeholders, including C-Level representatives while maintaining the independence and objectivity expected from Internal Audit.

Your Responsibilities:

• Design and execute risk-based IT audit assignments and audit programs
• Assess and challenge areas such as Cybersecurity, IT Risk, IT Operations, Identity & Access Management, Network Security, Data Management, IT Resilience and emerging technologies including AI
• Leverage your hands-on technical experience to understand complex technology environments and identify material risks and control weaknesses
• Analyse and assess results from penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, security monitoring and other technical security assessments
• Keep abreast of emerging technology and cybersecurity developments and assess their potential impact on the Bank
• Communicate audit results effectively to management and key stakeholders
• Draft clear, concise and meaningful audit reports and monitor the implementation of agreed management actions
• Collaborate closely with IT Auditors, Business Auditors, IT Management, Cybersecurity, Risk and other internal stakeholders to strengthen the overall control environment

Your Profile:

• Higher education (university / FH) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or a related field, or equivalent professional experience, with 10 years of practical experience in IT, Cybersecurity, Information Security, Technology Risk or a related field
• Practical hands-on experience in core domains such as Cybersecurity, Network Security, Identity & Access Management, Vulnerability Management, IT Resilience or Security Operations
• Proven expertise in analysing results from penetration testing tools, vulnerability scanners, security assessments or other technical security tools
• Previous experience in IT Audit, Internal Audit, External Audit, Technology Risk or a comparable assurance function is an advantage
• Relevant professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP or equivalent are preferred
• A genuine interest in Artificial Intelligence and its implications for Cybersecurity, Technology Risk, and Governance; experience with AI, AI Agents, machine learning or AI governance is a strong advantage
• Willingness to travel internationally, approximately 20+ days per year
• Strong professional ethics, integrity, and a high level of personal accountability
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient communication and presentation skills paired with strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, demonstrating the ability to challenge constructively, and communicate effectively with various stakeholders
• Fluency in English; fluency in German and/or French is a plus