Information and Technology Internal Auditor – Midlands State University MSU 278 views

Job Summary

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following posts:

INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY INTERNAL AUDITOR

Duties And Responsibilities

Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other accounting software;
Strong ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds;
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists the Senior IT Internal Auditor in carrying out full audits of University IT systems; including assessing risk and evaluating the adequacy of risk management steps to forestall fraud;
Identifies the weaknesses in a system network and creates an action plan to prevent security breaches in the technology;
Examines internal IT controls; evaluates the design and operational effectiveness;
Determines exposure to risk and develops remediation strategies;
Troubleshoots security and network problems;
Responds to all system and or network security breaches;
Conducts efficient and effective IT audit procedures;
Communicates complex technical issues in simplified terms to the relevant staff;
Performs regular audit testing and provides recommendations;
Reviews, evaluates and tests application controls;
Provides recommendations and guidance on identified security and control risks;
Develops a strong understanding of business and system processes;
Provides project assurance during the lifestyle of IT projects;
Works harmoniously with external auditors as requested by the organization;

Qualifications And Experience

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

HND in IT/Degree in Information Technology/Computer Science;
Willingness to study towards CISA or any other IT Audit related qualification;
At least 1 year work experience in IT or audit related environment;
Member of ISACA or any other related IT Audit professional body is a distinct advantage
KEY COMPETENCIES

Proven teamwork and problem-solving abilities;
Strong ability to work on multiple tasks or assignments;
Possess excellent communication skills;
Possess strong organizational skills;
Ability to work under minimum supervision;
Possession of sound independent judgment;
Knowledge of auditing standards, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations;
Possess advanced skills in computer applications like Microsoft