The Senior Audit Manager – Technology, Cyber Security and Data Analytics is responsible for planning, executing, and managing audit assignments in accordance with the country and Group Audit plan and relevant policies, procedures, and quality standards. This role ensures the quality of audit work performed and maintains the efficiency and effectiveness of the audit team while providing critical assurance on technology risks.
Key Responsibilities
- Audit Planning: Participate in the 6+6 audit planning cycle; provide input by taking into account the risk and control profile, business strategy, and material risks affecting the business.
- Assurance: Plan the delivery of assigned audits to a high quality and in line with Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). This includes resource scheduling, meeting timelines, and reviewing audit work to confirm requirements are met.
- Testing Execution: Manage the execution of Design Effectiveness Testing (DEA) and Operational Effectiveness Testing (OET) of the audit team in line with methodology requirements and the QA scorecard.
- Leadership and Management: Mentor and coach less experienced team members by providing guidance on methodology and audit processes. Develop a high-performing team by embedding formal performance development and informal coaching.
- Relationship Management: Present effectively at stakeholder meetings and forums (e.g., Risk and Governance Forums) by sharing knowledge and information. Build and maintain relationships with accountable stakeholder management.
- Reporting: Use business knowledge to assess evolving risks and write high-quality reports with insightful observations that address root causes and propose agreed-upon actions.
- Knowledge Management: Continuously upskill on technical and core competencies, keeping up to date with industry trends, regulatory changes, and professional standards.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, Informatics, Statistics, or a similar technology-related field. An Honours degree in these fields is preferred.
- Certifications: Professional certification such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, or an international equivalent is required. CIA (Levels 1, 2, or 3) and CPA or ACCA qualifications are an advantage.
- Experience: At least 5 years of experience in performing technology and cyber-related internal or external audits, or commensurate experience in a major financial institution.
- Risk Auditing: 5 years of experience in Technology and Cyber Risk-Based Auditing or Risk/Control activities.
- Managerial Experience: 3 years of experience in managing a team.
- Senior Level Audit: A minimum of 5 years of experience auditing at a senior level.
- Technical Knowledge: Experience in drafting test strategies and testing IT general controls (ITGC), application controls, and cyber/information security risks.
- Industry Context: Practical understanding of the financial services regulatory environment and banking processes.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the Absa Bank recruitment portal at the provided application link.
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