IT Auditor

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Comprehensive medical aid and retirem*

Opportunities for professional develop

Stable and professional working env in

Contribution to security and/comliance

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a diligent IT Auditor to join the internal audit team. You will assess IT governance, risk management, and controls within the banking and financial systems while planning and executing audits.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and professional certs such as CISA, CISSP, or CRISC, with 4+ years of IT auditing experience. You will report on findings and contribute to security improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Auditing, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CRISC are highly desirable.
• 4+ years of experience in IT auditing, IT risk management, or IT security within financial services.
• Strong understanding of IT governance frameworks, cybersecurity principles, and IT controls.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct comprehensive IT audits, including system reviews, application controls, and cybersecurity assessments.
• Evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of IT controls and recommend improvements.
• Assess IT-related risks and develop audit strategies to address them.
• Ensure compliance with IT standards, regulations, and best practices (e.g., COBIT, ISO 27001).
• Prepare detailed audit reports outlining findings, risks, and actionable recommendations.
• Follow up on audit recommendations to ensure timely implementation by management.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Auditing, or a related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and skilled IT Auditor to join their internal audit team in Nelspruit. This position is vital for assessing and improving the effectiveness of IT governance, risk management, and control processes within the organization's banking and financial systems. You will be responsible for planning and executing IT audits, identifying control weaknesses, and providing recommendations to enhance the security and integrity of IT infrastructure. This role offers a significant opportunity to contribute to operational excellence and risk mitigation in a key financial hub of Mpumalanga.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct comprehensive IT audits, including system reviews, application controls, and cybersecurity assessments.
• Evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of IT controls and recommend improvements.
• Assess IT-related risks and develop appropriate audit strategies to address them.
• Ensure compliance with relevant IT standards, regulations, and best practices (e.g., COBIT, ISO 27001).
• Prepare detailed audit reports outlining findings, risks, and actionable recommendations.
• Follow up on audit recommendations to ensure timely and effective implementation by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Auditing, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CRISC are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT auditing, IT risk management, or IT security within the financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of IT governance frameworks, cybersecurity principles, and general IT controls.
• Experience with various operating systems, databases, networks, and cloud environments.
• Proficiency in using data analysis tools for audit purposes is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and obtaining IT audit certifications.
• Stable and professional working environment in Nelspruit.
• Contribution to enhancing the security and compliance posture of a major financial institution.