IT Audit Senior Consultant/Assistant Manager

This is a key client-facing role where you will be responsible for independently executing and managing IT audit engagements. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical knowledge, strong analytical skills, and the ability to effectively communicate complex IT risks to both technical and non-technical audiences. You will play a vital role in delivering high-impact solutions and building trusted relationships with our clients.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Execution & Project Management

• Lead and execute all phases of IT audit engagements, from planning and risk assessment to fieldwork, reporting, and remediation follow-up.
• Independently conduct technical and operational reviews of IT systems, including infrastructure, applications, databases, and network security.
• Identify and assess IT risks and controls, including IT General Controls (ITGCs), application controls, and controls related to SOX compliance.
• Develop and manage audit timelines and work plans to ensure projects are delivered on time and meet quality standards.

Technical Expertise & Analysis

• Perform detailed technical testing of IT controls by examining system configurations, reviewing access logs, and analyzing data.
• Utilize data analytics to enhance audit procedures, identify anomalies, and provide continuous monitoring insights to clients.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and IT risks (e.g., cloud computing, cybersecurity threats, data privacy regulations) and incorporate them into audit scope.

Client Communication & Advisory

• Serve as a primary point of contact for day-to-day client interaction, building rapport and effectively managing client expectations.
• Present complex audit findings and practical recommendations to client management in a clear, concise, and business-focused manner.
• Act as a subject matter expert , providing advisory services on control design and process improvements.

Team Mentorship

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, assisting with their professional development and review of their work.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 4-7 years of professional experience in IT audit, internal audit, or a related role, preferably within a consulting or professional services firm.
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of IT General Controls (ITGCs) and experience with a range of technical environments (e.g., Windows, Linux, databases, network devices).
• Domain Knowledge: Solid knowledge of IT governance and control frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, and ISO 27001 .
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to present information clearly and persuasively.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes of control deficiencies.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or a related discipline.