IT Auditor, Senior Associate

Grant Thornton; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an IT Auditor to identify opportunities for IT process improvement and lead audits across the Group. The successful candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in IT Audit or IT Security, possess a relevant Bachelor's degree, and strong risk-based audit skills. This role offers the chance to support management and contribute to a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Recognised Bachelor’s degree in technology-related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in IT Audit or IT Security.
• Strong risk-based audit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist management in identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Lead or support audits across the Group.
• Support the Audit Manager throughout the audit process.

Skills

IT Audit

Risk management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

CAATS

Job description

Responsibilities

• To assist management by identifying opportunities for improvement in IT processes and controls.
• To lead or support the lead auditor with the delivery of audits on an assignment basis across the Group.
• Support the Audit Manager for each assignment through the entire audit process from planning through to issue management and closure.
• Serve as a technical advisor and role model for Auditors on assignment.
• To help create a positive work environment that fosters open communication among all engagement team members.
• Routinely seek information from the auditee regarding their needs and concerns.
• Take responsibility for executing work plans and managing projects effectively in time, quality and costs.
• Ability to evaluate, synthesize, organise and interpret data and information.

Requirements

• Possess a recognised Bachelor’s degree preferably in technology related field such as Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science or Accountancy/Commerce/Business with a major/minor in Information Systems, Computer Science or Engineering (Electronics/Computer). Candidates with CIA,CISA or CISSP is preferred.
• At least 2 years of working experience in IT Audit, IT Security or supporting end-user computing environment in related industry.
• Strong risk-based audit experience with hands-on experience in using CAATS is preferred.
• Familiar with best practices in IT audit standards, methodologies and risk management practices.
• Possesses good knowledge and hands-on experience in auditing off-the-shelf and customised mainframe and server-based platforms, operating systems, databases, web-based systems and networks.