Audit Planning and Preparation - Develop the three-year rolling internal audit strategy and annual Audit Plan.  Plan and schedule audit engagements.  Conduct risk assessments and develop audit plans.  Identify key objectives and scope of audits.  Manage the execution of the approved internal audit plan .  Plan, execute and monitor the execution of the internal audit projects in accordance with defined methodologies.  Manage the project team and co-sourced internal audit service providers and their performance on project, timeliness and quality of delivered audit projects in all IA project phases.

Audit Execution and Fieldwork - Conducting IT audit fieldwork, including testing IT controls, systems and applications.  Evaluate IT infrastructure, cybersecurity measures, and data protection controls.  Analyse data and documentation to assess control effectiveness.  Document audit findings and workpapers related to IT systems and controls.  Communicate with IT and business stakeholders and obtain necessary information and clarify audit observations.  Conduct IT audit fieldwork, including testing IT controls, systems, and applications.  Evaluate IT infrastructure, cybersecurity measures, and data protection controls.

Data Analysis and Reporting - Use data analysis tools to extract, manipulate and analyse data sets.  Summarise and synthesise IT audit findings and observations.  Draft IT audit reports with clear, actionable recommendations.  Present IT audit findings and recommendations to management and stakeholders.  Manage overall data analytics audit and advisory engagements to ensure the timely delivery of the highest quality work, exception reports, trend analyses, and value-added recommendations.  Develop a thorough understanding of the company data landscape, strategies, overarching risk universe, processes/controls, and pertinent regulations.  Support the audit team by developing appropriate data analytics audit programs aligned with each engagement's requirements.  Oversee and execute all required data analytics test procedures and results by developing scripts, identifying exceptions, generating insights, and analysing trends supporting the audit plan.  Report on and communicate data analytics results to intended stakeholders.  Document draft opinions on audit and advisory findings, including ratings and recommendations, and discuss with control owners and management.  Submit draft opinions and audit reports to CAE for review.  Participate in, and sometimes lead, teams, and projects to effectively deliver on strategic goals.  Remain up to date with the latest Big Data developments, leading practices, and new regulatory pronouncements.

Follow-up and Remediation - Collaborate with IT Management and process owners to develop and implement remediation plans for identified control deficiencies.  Monitor the progress of remediation efforts related to IT audit findings and verify the effectiveness of corrective actions to address control deficiencies.  Provide guidance and support to address control deficiencies.

Management and Coordination of the IA function - Manage the internal audit activities in accordance with the internal audit charter and the mandatory elements of the internal audit professional practice framework and standards to ensure that ATNS is provided with best practice knowledge base.  Manage the Quality Assurance and Improvement Programme plan for internal audit.  Maintain professional relationship with management whist maintaining independence.  Provide input into the Internal Audit Strategy and delivery thereof. • Assist in the general functioning of the department, including, productivity, budget control, QMS etc.  Collaboration: Collaborating with other internal audit teams, external auditors, and departments within the organisation to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive approach to financial auditing.  Fraud Detection: Actively participating in fraud detection efforts by assessing fraud risks, implementing fraud detection procedures, and investigating suspected fraudulent activities.  Develop and implement internal audit mitigation plans to address identified risks in the business.  Ensure effective management of operational costs to enable efficient utilisation of financial resources.  Ensure effective management of operational costs to enable efficient utilisation of financial resources.

Continuous Improvement and Professional Development -Staying abreast of emerging technologies, cybersecurity threats, and regulatory requirements relevant to IT audit Contribute to the enhancement of audit methodologies and tools.  Contributing to the enhancement of IT audit processes, methodologies, and tools.  Maintain a Quality Assurance and Improvement Programme for internal audit.  Participate in training programs, certifications, and professional networking activities related to IT audit and information security.  Participate in, and sometimes lead, team, and divisional projects to effectively deliver on strategic goals.  Remain up to date with the latest Big Data developments, leading practices, and new regulatory pronouncements.

Financial Management - Manage expenditure in line with business objectives and priorities, and within approved financial parameters.  Ensure effective management of operational costs to enable efficient utilisation of financial resources. 

Minimum Formal Qualifications:

•             Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field is required

•             Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g. CISA, CISSP or ACDA) is preferred

Minimum Years of Experience:

•             Seasoned professional is required with 8 years’ experience in IT audit, information security, or related roles

•             Proficiency in audit methodologies and techniques, tools including data analytics software, risk assessment, controls testing, and sampling is required

•             Proficiency in audit management software (e.g. GRC, ACL), Microsoft Excel, and ERP systems is required

•             Experienced in using data analysis tools and techniques to extract, manipulate, and analyse data sets, identify trends, anomalies, and patterns, and support audit testing and conclusions

If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

  ATNS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to achieve a diverse workforce broadly representative of our people. This position will be filled in line with the objectives of ATNS’ Employment Equity Plan and therefore candidates from designated groups as per the Employment Equity Act of 1998, are encouraged to apply.

     People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.