Information Systems Auditor at HF Group

Principle Accountabilities

• Conduct organization wide Information Systems risk assessment so as to profile risky areas and to prepare the annual IS audit plan.
• Provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the bank’s operations.
• Assist in bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.
• Assess risks inherent in the company’s Information Systems and recommend measures to mitigate them.
• Confirm the IS function complies with regulations from CBK, CMA and other emerging regulators.
• Develop audit programs to ensure completeness, accuracy and compliance with the policies, procedures and industry standards.
• Review IS security policies for adequacy and give recommendations in areas requiring improvements.
• Participate in IS projects to ensure quality assurance.
• Continuous monitoring of defined controls and recommendations to ensure these are observed consistently.
• Conduct Information Systems risk awareness training.
• Assist in conducting Operational audits.

Key Competencies and Skills

General Competencies

• Good report writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ethical conduct.
• Attention to detail.
• Analytical thinking.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Technical Competencies

• Developing Strategies.
• Documenting Facts.
• Establishing Rapport.
• Examining Information.
• Generating Ideas.
• Data analytics.
• Information Systems knowledge.
• IT Auditing Standards.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Academic & Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline.
• Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) – mandatory.
• CPA, CISM or CRISC or equivalent; or studies towards attainment of such qualifications.

Experience

• 3 years’ experience in the auditing of Information Systems.
• Demonstratable experience in auditing of Technology Systems, Applications and IT processes and automated/digitized business processes.
• Banking or financial services experience with a broad-based understanding of the various business units would be an advantage.
• Hands on experience in data analytics and proficient knowledge in utilizing data analytics tools and methodologies including demonstrable scripting skills.