Applicants are hereby invited to apply for the position of Audit Manager – Information Technology (Management Grade 1) at our Group Internal Audit Department. 

Applications are to be submitted on or before January 27, 2025.

JOB SUMMARY

The incumbent will be responsible for directing and controlling the Information Systems Audits of computer based information systems, data processing centres, and telecommunications network of the First Citizens Group; aimed at providing management with assurance through consultation and recommendations that Risks are being effectively managed and that the organizational goals and objectives are being accomplished.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Implement, improve and maintain audit tools, specifically GIA automated Audit solution.
• Direct and coordinate audits that require cross-functional audit teams or those of a complex/technical nature where necessary.
• Guide the Audit Team during all Assignments, review completed Work-papers, Audit Files, and Reports for comprehensiveness and or improvements
• Manage human resources necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the company.
• Perform all other duties, assignments and special projects as assigned by the Board of Directors and Senior Management relative to the Function.
• Assist in managing the budget and accounts for variances for the efficient and professional operation of the Unit.
• Perform IT Audit Management Action Plans (MAPs) follow-up process Maintain the MAPs Report with up-to-date information to be used for monthly reporting
• Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure all IS audit work performed is in accordance with standard operating procedures and meets industry standards.
• Conduct reviews of all new Information Systems (IS) and Functionality prior to implementation and provides guidance on Procedural and IS Security issues
• Keep abreast with changes in the profession and the regulatory framework governing the operations of the institutions (internal and external) while ensuring that the programmes and audit manuals are always current and relevant
• Manage, control and direct planned Audits via effective supervision of the resources under his/her charge. Ensure the adequacy of coverage from well-scoped Audit Assignments to allow for process improvements and effective risk management
• Conduct, execute and maintain the annual IS Audit Risk Assessment together with an updated IS Audit Universe through discussions with Senior Management
• Provide guidance on Risks when necessary.
• Perform quality assessments for each Audit File upon completion to ensure auditing standards are maintained
• Develop a comprehensive and sustainable Internal Audit strategy for the area (Information Technology)
• Conduct investigations on matters that are irregular and provide information to the Security Services Unit and Human Resources Department that dictate disciplinary action against employees who threaten the integrity of the Group's information assets.
• Prepare IS Audit monthly administrative updates and Reports as required, to the Manager Group Internal Audit

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Candidate must possess a Bachelor’s degree in an IT related discipline from an accredited University or any other similar professional qualification/training from a recognized professional body in the IT field and three (3) years IT Auditing ,Retail Banking, Information Security or Business Consultancy or IT Advisory Services at which one (1) year must be at Supervisory Level

         OR

• Executive Diploma/Diploma and five (5) years related experience in banking, at least two (2) of which must be at Supervisory Level

         OR

• GMDP Certificate and seven (7) years related experience in banking, at least three (3) of which must be at Supervisory Level
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) will be and asset