Specialist: Informations Systems Audit

Office Of The Valuer-General; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a Specialist in Information Systems Audit based in Gauteng, Pretoria. The successful candidate will develop and maintain ICT audit methodologies and plans, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Candidates must hold a relevant NQF level 07 qualification, be a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), and possess at least 5 years of experience in IT auditing. Knowledge of IT General and Application Controls is crucial, and advantageous certifications include CISM and CRISC.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in IT auditing of ICT governance and operations.
• Knowledge of COBIT principles and security audits is crucial.
• Understanding of The Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain ICT audit methodology.
• Conduct audits of information systems ensuring compliance.
• Provide ad hoc ICT audit consulting and advisory services.

Skills

IT General Controls

Application Controls

Auditing software proficiency

Knowledge of Firewalls

Knowledge of VPN

Data Loss Prevention

Risk Management

Education

Relevant NQF level 07 qualification in Information Systems, Computer Science, IT Auditing

Postgraduate qualification (advantageous)

Tools

CAATs

Job description

Job title : Specialist: Informations Systems Audit

Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria

Deadline : January 18, ****

Duties

• Develop and maintain an ICT audit methodology.
• Develop comprehensive IT audit engagement plans that align with the organisation's goals and risks.
• Identify and evaluate risks associated with information systems and technology assets.
• Conduct audits of information systems which includes the evaluation and appraisal of IT governance, risk management and controls.
• Support ICT management in ensuring that the organisation's information systems comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Develop and maintain an audit findings' register for all ICT audit reports (internal and external).
• Provide ad hoc ICT audit consulting and advisory services.

Requirements

• Formal Qualifications: Relevant NQF level 07 qualification in Information Systems, Computer Science, IT Auditing or equivalent qualification.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
• Job Related Work Experience: Minimum 5 years' experience in IT auditing of ICT governance, operations, security and business applications.
• Job Related Knowledge: Knowledge of IT General Controls and Application Controls.
• Proficiency with auditing software, including CAATs.
• COBIT principles.
• Knowledge of Firewalls, VPN, Data Loss Prevention, IDS/IPS, Web-Proxy and Security Audits.
• The Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
• Corporate Governance of ICT Policy Framework.
• Minimum Information Security Standards.
• Advantageous: Postgraduate qualification.
• CISM (Certified Information Security Manager).
• CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control).
• Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT.