IT Audit & Cybersecurity Associate

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in advisory services seeks an IT Audit Associate 3 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The role focuses on executing IT audit services, with a significant emphasis on cybersecurity audits. Candidates should possess a minimum of three years of IT audit experience and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, alongside knowledge of cybersecurity tools and regulatory frameworks. The position offers competitive career development within a structured framework.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of IT audit experience, with exposure to cybersecurity audits.
• Certifications: CISA preferred, CEH, CISSP or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute audits of IT systems, networks, and applications.
• Review and assess cybersecurity frameworks adherence.
• Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments.
• Evaluate user access management and change management processes.
• Prepare audit reports with actionable recommendations.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and report-writing skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple audits

High ethical standards and attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

Cybersecurity tools (Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN, DLP)

IT audit methodologies and frameworks (COBIT, ITIL)

Data analytics for audit testing

Job description

A global leader in advisory services seeks an IT Audit Associate 3 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The role focuses on executing IT audit services, with a significant emphasis on cybersecurity audits. Candidates should possess a minimum of three years of IT audit experience and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, alongside knowledge of cybersecurity tools and regulatory frameworks. The position offers competitive career development within a structured framework.