Senior Internal Audit Lead - Data Center Focus (Hybrid)

Red Ember Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA in Coega is seeking a Senior Audit Lead to head risk-based internal audits focused on data centre environments. You will guide audit activities, advise on controls, and oversee a team to deliver high-quality findings and recommendations.

This is a hybrid role requiring strong leadership and collaborative execution. The successful candidate will have advanced internal audit experience, expertise in data centres, and certifications such as CISA, CIA, or CPA, with excellent communication

Qualifications

• Advanced internal audit management experience leading audits in complex environments.
• Experience with data centre operations, infrastructure services and IT operations.
• Knowledge of regulatory and financial audit deliverables and processes.
• Proven record of leading audit projects and teams.
• Preferred professional certifications (CISA, CIA or CPA).
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute risk-based internal audits with focus on data centre environments.
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage audit reporting to stakeholders.
• Stay current with auditing best practices and applicable legislation.
• Oversee a team of auditors to ensure accurate findings and delivery.
• Prepare final audit reports and monitor action plans across the organisation.
• Present audit results to the audit committee and senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Auditing expertise

Stakeholder communication

Regulatory compliance

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems/Engineering/Accounting/Finance

CISA

CIA/CPA or related designation

Job description

NTT DATA in Coega is seeking a Senior Audit Lead to head risk-based internal audits focused on data centre environments. You will guide audit activities, advise on controls, and oversee a team to deliver high-quality findings and recommendations.

This is a hybrid role requiring strong leadership and collaborative execution. The successful candidate will have advanced internal audit experience, expertise in data centres, and certifications such as CISA, CIA, or CPA, with excellent communication