Assistant Manager - Department Internal Audit at Kenindia Assurance Company Limited

Main Purpose of the Job - (Job Summary)

As an Information SystemsAuditor Assistant Manager, you will conduct internal audits pertaining to information technology functions and processes, as well as technology applications that support business operations. Your responsibilities will include analyzing risks, testing controls, and recommending process and control enhancements. You will provide comprehensive reports summarizing audit findings and proposed recommendations to relevant stakeholders, facilitating continuous improvement within the organization.

Main Responsibilities 

• Reviewing company policies and procedures to ensure alignment with the strategic vision and proactive protection of IT assets in response to evolving threats and regulatory requirements.
• Conducting continuous vulnerability and risk assessments of the information technology environment, encompassing general system controls, infrastructure controls, and application controls.
• Evaluating the functionality and documentation of information systems controls across all areas of the company's operations.
• Performing pre-implementation reviews of projects involving new IT software and hardware, assessing their technical viability.
• Reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls related to new information systems and changes to existing systems.
• Conducting post-implementation reviews of newly installed information systems and system changes.
• Assessing security controls on the company's information systems, including Oracle databases, LAN, WAN, PABX, office automation software systems, and email solutions.
• Reviewing internal controls pertaining to Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plans.
• Assisting the Information Systems Audit Manager in conducting ad hoc assignments and forensic investigations.
• Performing post-implementation reviews of previous audit recommendations and reporting on the status of their implementation.
• Attending to any other relevant duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Information Systems Audit Manager.

2 or  3 Key Deliverables (specific to this position)

• Percentage of audit recommendations accepted by management
• Implementation of the Annual IS Audit Plan
• Regular Reports to management through the Manager, Information Systems Audit 

Job Specifications

Relevant Experience

• At least 4 years of relevant experience

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field from a recognized university

Professional Qualifications

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA);
• Other Certifications such as CISM, CCNA, Oracle or equivalent are a plus
• Membership to a professional association  

Key Job Skills (specific to the job)

• In depth understanding of operating system and relational databases including MS Windows, MS SQL Oracle Database Management Systems and Linux Familiarity with IT controls, information security, risk management, and industry standards (e.g., COSO, COBIT, ISO 27001).
• Proficiency in using auditing tools and technologies to assess IT environments.
• Knowledge of networks; Local Area Networks (LANs), Wide Area Networks (WANs), Intranet and client/server environments.
• Proficiency in using auditing tools and technologies to assess IT environments.
• Thorough understanding of Network and Cyber Security
• In depth knowledge of network/mobile technologies/ cloud computing
• Experience in the use data of analytics software such as CasewareIDEA will be an added advantage
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify control weaknesses and vulnerabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey audit findings and recommendations; 
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documenting audit procedures and findings.
• Self-driven and ability to work under minimum supervision.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment