Audit Engagement Manager (Tehnology)

Omantel; Muscat; On-site; OMR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Omantel is looking for a Senior Audit Engagement Manager for their Technology Audit team. The role requires managing end-to-end internal audits in Technology and Digital domains, with a focus on compliance with Global Internal Audit Standards and local regulatory requirements. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Cyber Security and excellent reporting skills.

The position demands a minimum of 8 years experience and relevant certifications such as CISA or CISSP, ensuring thorough understanding and execution of audit objectives, risks, and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in audit, preferably in technology domains.
• Professional certification like CISA, CISSP, CISSM, or CIA prefered.
• Strong skills in identifying controls and conducting risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver end-to-end internal audit engagements.
• Execute audit procedures and document findings.
• Prepare concise audit reports with actionable recommendations.

Skills

Risk assessment

Control testing

Cyber Security

Documentation

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s in IT/Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Audit Management System

Job description

Role Purpose

The Senior Audit Engagement Manager / Audit Engagement Manager – Technology Audit is responsible for independently managing and delivering end-to-end internal audit engagements, assurance & advisory, within the Technology & Digital domains. The role ensures that audits are executed in accordance with Global Internal Audit Standards, IPPF (Institute of Internal Auditors), and applicable local regulatory requirements (e.g., FSA) while maintaining high-quality audit documentation and reporting standards. The incumbent is accountable as subject Matter Expert on areas related to IS / Digital & Platforms, Technology Infrastructure, Cyber Security and Business continuity & DR.

Position Information

Title: Senior Audit Engagement Manager/ Audit Engagement Manager, Technology Audit (IS Audit)

• Unit: Internal Audit
• Division: Internal Audit Centre of Excellence
• Location: HQ

Grade

• Audit Engagement Manager: P5

Qualification

• Bachelor’s in IT /Computer Science / Engineering (Computer/Network/Telecom) or related subjects.
• Professional certification including CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA will be highly preferred.

Experience

• Audit Engagement Manager: a minimum of 8 years of experience.

Key Accountabilities

Engagement Planning

• Perform business process understanding, identification of key controls, and risk assessment for assigned audit areas within the Digital & Technology domains.
• Define audit objectives, scope, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Develop risk-based audit plans and detailed audit programs (Risk Control Matrix) aligned with internal audit methodology.
• Identify key control points, applicable regulations (e.g., FSA), and relevant frameworks (IPPF, COBIT, NIST standards, Telecom specific standards) to be used as criteria for the audit engagement.

Engagement Execution (Field work)

• Execute audit procedures in accordance with approved audit programs and methodologies.
• Perform walkthroughs, control testing, data analysis, and evidence validation.
• Identify control deficiencies, risk exposures, and process improvement opportunities.
• Conduct root cause analysis and evaluate business impact of findings.
• Ensure professional skepticism and independence throughout audit execution.

Reporting

• Prepare clear, concise, and risk-focused audit reports.
• Document audit findings with: Condition, criteria, cause, impact and Practical and actionable recommendations.
• Discuss findings with management and obtain agreement on action plans and timelines.
• Present audit results in closing meetings, clearly articulating key risks and insights.
• Ensure timely issuance of final audit reports in line with agreed timelines.

Documentation & Quality Assurance

• Maintain complete, accurate, and well-structured audit working papers within the Audit Management System ensuring that the working papers support the audit findings and conclusions.
• Adhere to internal audit methodology, templates, and documentation protocols.
• Ensure readiness for Quality Assurance & Improvement Program (QAIP) reviews and internal/external quality assessments.

Follow-Up of Audit Findings & Validation

• Track implementation of agreed management action plans against the reported audit findings.
• Perform follow-up reviews to validate closure of audit findings.
• Assess adequacy and effectiveness of remediation actions taken.
• Escalate overdue or high-risk findings to senior management as applicable.
• Maintain accurate status of audit findings in the audit tracking system.

Subject Matter Expert Support

• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in IS / Digital & Platforms, Technology Infrastructure, Cyber Security and Business continuity & DR.
• Ensure knowledge transfer on the respective audit domain to other internal audit resources.

Stakeholder Engagement & Continuous Improvement

• Provide value-added insights on emerging technology risks and control improvements.
• Plan, perform and report on Advisory engagements as per the approved methodology ensuring quality standards.
• Build effective relationships with the key stakeholders.

Contribute to continuous enhancement of audit methodologies, tools, and practices.