IT Audit Senior Manager

Incumbent must have deep understanding of penetration testing (pen-testing) methodologies (e.g. MITRE ATT&CK) and ethical hacking principles. AND / OR Deep understanding in cyberattack incident response, incident response frameworks (NIST 800-61, SANS PICERL) and forensic analysis (post incident investigation).

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct and coordinate portfolio of audits covering the three audit phases
• Provide input into the strategic objectives to assist in establishing the strategic direction of the Business Unit (BU).
• Facilitate the implementation of the Business Unit and Specialised Audit Solutions (SAS) strategic plans in accordance with policies, procedures and legislation.
• Manage teams to ensure alignment to the vision, mission, strategic goals and values of the Organization
• Provide feedback on implementation / achievement of strategic objectives to the relevant stakeholders
• Liaise with auditees in the provision of advice / recommendations, setting up meetings, etc
• Initiate and lead meetings with the audit team regarding the direction and progress on the audits
• Provide guidance to managers and assistance on audit related matters
• Ensure that all risks are addressed for the specific audit engagements, for example : Appointment of specialist staff, Contract in and out
• Conduct audit team visits to :
• Review work
• Finalise the audit
• Conclude working papers
• Prepare audit report
• Attend meetings with the team and auditees
• Provide motivation talks and training on auditing matters to team members
• Engage with contracted out partners
• Project manage all projects to ensure timeous delivery on milestones and quality of delivery is met
• Perform functions as required by an engagement manager as spelled out in the ISAs and the Organization policies
• Prepare and take responsibility for presentations
• Report back to the audit steering committees and audit committees on the planning, execution and reporting of the audits
• Manage audits within the allocated time frame
• Manage audits in accordance with policies, procedures and legislation

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