IT Audit Manager

Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
Full-time

13 hours ago

Digital transformation and cyber threats aren’t just buzzwords - they’re the frontline of today’s risk landscape. This role sits at the intersection of technology, governance, and assurance, ensuring that the business is protected, compliant, and positioned to thrive in a rapidly evolving environment. As an Audit Manager: Digital & Cyber, you will not only safeguard the organisation’s digital footprint but also drive innovation in audit practices, challenge the status quo, and guide the team toward world-class internal audit delivery.This is more than a traditional audit position. It’s about shaping the future of assurance in the digital age, influencing stakeholders at the highest level, and mentoring the next generation of cyber audit professionals.Reach out to:Duties:

Lead and execute audit and advisory engagements with a focus on digital, cyber, and IT-related risks.
Set and implement internal audit strategies in collaboration with the Senior Audit Manager.
Manage audit and advisory projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work and actionable insights.
Evaluate risks across strategic, operational, compliance, reporting, and internal control domains.
Identify control gaps, assess risk mitigation strategies, and recommend process improvements.
Stay up to date with industry trends, regulatory developments, and emerging technologies (AI, cloud, data governance).
Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders on governance, risk, and control matters.
Drive process improvements within internal audit methodology and promote continuous learning.
Manage budgets, ensure cost-effectiveness, and lead a high-performance team through coaching, mentoring, and development.

Job Experience & Skills Required:
Qualifications:

Matric (Grade 12)
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.

Professional certifications such as:

CISM, CISA, OSCP, CEH
CIA / PIA
CRMA, CRISC
Additional IT/security certifications (ISO27001, PCI-DSS, etc.)..

Experience:

5–6 years of relevant IT audit experience, with at least 2 years in a management/leadership role.
Strong background in digital technologies, infrastructure, and IT architecture.
Proven track record in managing complex projects and delivering within scope, time, and budget.
Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams and build strong stakeholder relationships.
Prior experience within financial services or insurance industries is advantageous.

Skills & Competencies:

Knowledge Areas: ITGCs, IT infrastructure, cloud computing, AI/ML, vulnerability management, databases, cryptography, threat management, and web application security.
Technical Tools: Nessus, Kali, NMap, and other security testing tools.
Strong project management and leadership skills.
Professional communication, negotiation, and conflict management skills.
Business acumen and ability to assess strategic and operational risks.
Excellent report writing, analytical, and presentation skills.
Flexible, innovative, and able to influence across senior and middle management levels.
Core Competencies: Business acumen, integrity, innovative thinking, collaboration, customer focus, strategic and analytical thinking.
Technical Competencies: IT audit methodologies, data governance & privacy, GRC platforms, third-party risk management, and regulatory/industry standards.

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