Senior ICT Internal Auditor at Midlands State University – Gweru

Assisting the Chief Internal Auditor in developing the Annual Risk-Based Internal Audit plan and ensuring that Information and Technology risk areas are adequately incorporated in the plan. Determines the scope and controls the internal audit processes for Information Technology audits.

Developing, together with the IT Internal Auditor, individual Information Communication Technology (ICT)/Information Systems (IS) audit plans and procedures in line with auditing Standards and guidelines. Leading the execution of ICT/IS audits and providing an independent opinion on the ICT/IS risks and control environment.

Evaluating information and general computing controls and providing value-added feedback or recommendations for improvements. Reviewing management policies and procedures to ensure that controls surrounding ICT/IS processes are adequate. Developing, building, and implementing tools (e.g., ACL, SQL and Excel queries) to analyse data to improve audit efficiency and effectiveness (including for risk assessments).

Performing data analysis on complex data sets to provide meaningful information and insight to other internal auditors. Conducting ICT/IS audits and reviews of systems, applications, IT processes, and IT security audits (e.g., network, operating system, and data centre), including evaluating if security vulnerabilities are properly identified and mitigated. Performing pre- and post-implementation reviews of system implementations or enhancements. Providing support to other non-ICT auditors in performing relevant audit procedures.

Profiling clear audit findings for review and drafting the Audit Report relating to work conducted and in accordance with IT/IS Audit standards and guidelines.

- Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems/Information Technology/Computer Science or equivalent.
- Master’s degree in information systems/information technology/computer science or equivalent.
- Must be a member of a professional body such as the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), ISACA, PAAB.
- Possession of or studying towards a professional qualification in auditing such as CIA, CISA, CFE or equivalent is an added advantage.
- Four years of work experience in auditing.
- Proven teamwork and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong ability to work on multiple tasks or assignments.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and truthfulness in all dealings.
- Sound independent judgment.
- Strong knowledge of auditing standards, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations.
- Advanced skills in computer applications like Microsoft Word; Excel, PowerPoint, and other accounting software.
- Strong ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.