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IT Audit Assistant Manager

IT Audit Assistant Manager

Salix RecruitmentJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
2 days ago
Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled IT Audit Assistant Manager / Supervisor to play a key role within our clients Internal Audit function.

Join a diverse and innovative commercial group that forms part of one of South Africa’s most respected and established conglomerates. The business spans multiple industries and markets, built on a foundation of entrepreneurship, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.

You’ll be joining a company that values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement – a place where your insights and expertise will directly contribute to strengthening governance, managing risk, and improving systems across a multi-entity group environment.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver risk-based IT audit assignments aligned with the annual audit strategy.
  • Review IT General Controls, including access management, change management, operations, and backup / recovery.
  • Assess application controls across key business systems (ERP, HR, Finance, and bespoke systems).
  • Evaluate system configurations, data integrity, and information security controls.
  • Identify and document IT risks, control gaps, and recommend effective remediation measures.
  • Conduct audits in line with IIA and ISACA standards and internal methodologies.
  • Present audit results and recommendations to senior management.
  • Advise on system implementations, migrations, and control design.
  • Stay informed on cybersecurity developments, data analytics tools, and regulatory trends.
  • Supervise and guide junior IT audit staff, ensuring high-quality output and professional development.
  • Contribute to the development and enhancement of IT audit programs and best practices.

Qualifications

  • Matric (Grade 12)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
  • CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) – Required
  • CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) or CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) – Advantageous
  • Other certifications such as CRISC, CGEIT, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor will be a plus.
  • Experience

  • 5 - 7 years of experience in IT Audit, IT Risk, or IT Assurance.
  • Solid background in IT operations (system administration, network management, change control, backup / recovery).
  • Proven experience auditing ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Syspro, Sage, or Microsoft Dynamics.
  • Strong knowledge of COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST, and ITIL frameworks.
  • Exposure to cybersecurity assessments, data analytics, and cloud technologies is advantageous.
  • Strong understanding of IT operations, network infrastructure, databases, and operating systems (Windows, Linux, SQL).
  • Proficient in data analytics and audit automation tools (ACL, IDEA, Power BI, Excel).
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report writing skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple audits and deliver within deadlines.
  • High integrity and professional ethics.
  • Meticulous attention to detail and a focus on quality.
  • Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Leadership and mentoring capability.
  • Curious, proactive, and committed to continuous learning.
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