IT Audit Assistant Manager (SOC 2)

create synergies inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Create Synergies Inc. in Makati City is seeking an IT Audit Assistant Manager to lead IT audit and compliance engagements with a strong focus on SOC 2 readiness assessments, control testing, and certification support.

This on-site role requires supervising audit teams, strengthening IT governance, risk management, and security controls. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and 4+ years in IT audit or related fields, with hands-on SOC 2 experience and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, IS, CS, or accounting or related field.
• At least 4 years of IT Audit, Risk Advisory, or Compliance experience.
• Experience with SOC 2 audits, readiness assessments, or certification projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT audit and SOC 2 engagements from planning to completion.
• Evaluate ITGC, application, and cybersecurity controls.
• Perform risk assessments and identify control gaps.
• Assist clients in SOC 2 readiness and compliance initiatives.
• Review audit workpapers and reports prepared by team members.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to clients and management.
• Mentor and supervise junior auditors and associates.

Skills

IT Audit

Risk Advisory

Compliance

SOC 2 readiness

ITGC knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology/Information Systems/Computer Science/Accountancy

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an IT Audit Assistant Manager to lead IT audit and compliance engagements, with a strong focus on SOC 2 readiness assessments, control testing, and certification support. The role involves managing client engagements, supervising audit teams, and providing recommendations to strengthen IT governance, risk management, and security controls.

Location: Makati City

Work Setup: On-site

Shift: Day Shift

Key Responsibilities

• Lead IT audit and SOC 2 engagements from planning to completion.
• Evaluate IT General Controls (ITGC), application controls, and cybersecurity controls.
• Perform risk assessments and identify control gaps.
• Assist clients in SOC 2 readiness and compliance initiatives.
• Review audit workpapers and reports prepared by team members.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to clients and management.
• Mentor and supervise junior auditors and associates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Accountancy, or related field.
• At least 4 years of IT Audit, Risk Advisory, or Compliance experience.
• Experience with SOC 2 audits, readiness assessments, or certification projects.
• Knowledge of ITGC, cybersecurity, risk management, and internal controls.
• CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CPA, or related certification is an advantage.
• Willing to work on-site in Makati City.