Job Purpose:
The Senior Manager: IT Audit is responsible for leading complex IT audit engagements, overseeing IT General Controls (ITGCs), application controls, and IT SOX compliance programs. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong risk and controls knowledge, and the ability to engage senior stakeholders across the business.
Job Responsibilities:
IT Audit Leadership
Lead and manage end-to-end IT audit engagements
Oversee risk assessments and audit planning
Review technical workpapers and ensure quality assurance
Manage multiple engagements and teams simultaneously
IT SOX & Controls Oversight
Lead IT SOX compliance programs (ITGCs, automated controls, interface controls)
Assess design and operating effectiveness of controls
Identify control gaps and drive remediation efforts
Liaise with external auditors on IT SOX reliance
Evaluate ERP environments
Assess cybersecurity controls and IT governance frameworks
Review cloud environments (Azure, AWS)
Analyse system configurations, access management, and change controls
Evaluate data analytics controls and automated control environments
Risk & Governance Advisory
Advise clients/business on IT risk mitigation strategies
Align IT controls to frameworks such as:
COBIT
ISO 27001
NIST
Stakeholder Management
Present audit findings to Executive Management and Audit Committees
Build trusted relationships with CIOs, IT Directors, and Finance Leaders
Mentor and develop managers and audit team
Qualification:
CIA, CISA, or equivalent professional qualification
Experience:
8-12+ years' experience in IT audit or technology risk
Strong IT SOX experience (ICFR environment) Experience in ERP audits (SAP preferred)
Deep understanding of;
ITGC's
Logical access controls
Change management
Cybersecurity cotrols
Cloud risk