Assurance Data and Technology Risk (National Service Personnel)

Job purpose

As a National Service Personnel/ Data and Technology Risk Intern, you will work on various audit engagements in different industry sectors in which EY is acknowledged as a market leader, specifically: financial services, energy & utilities, oil & gas, mining & metals, telecommunications, industrial products, automotive, retail and consumer products, real estate, etc.

Your client responsibilities

IT Audit

Working in a team, you will interact with the client to collect all necessary data/ information, obtain an understanding of their IT environments, IT risks and controls, and cyber security profiles. You will test their controls against their policies and/or leading practice, evaluate the effectiveness of their control environments and recommend improvements.

Data Analytics

Working in a team, you will work with the data analytics team and perform extraction, loading and transformation of client data to provide quality assurance of the data for audit purposes. Also, you will use automated tools to perform data analytics of client primary and secondary data sets and provide client insight as well as meeting general audit requirements.

Your people responsibilities

• Positive attitude and demonstrate willingness to learn.
• Work constructively with team.

Qualifications

• Final year university student pursuing. Data Science/Analytics, Business Analytics, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Accounting with strong IT Interest, or related field.
• Expected CGPA of a Second Class Upper and above.
• A relevant certificate in Data / Business Analytics will be an added advantage.
• A relevant or a high motivation and drive to obtain an IT audit or information security professional certification(s) (CISA/CRISC/CISM/CISSP etc will be an added advantage
• An associate of ICAG/ ACCA or a high motivation and drive to pursue professional qualification and career in accounting/finance will be an added advantage.

Skills

Technical Skills

• Data Analysis: Proficiency in data analysis using tools such as Python, R, SQL, or other relevant software.
• Intermediate to Advance skills (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Advanced Excel skills including data analysis, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, and macros.
• Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices.
• IT Risk Management: Knowledge of IT risk management frameworks and methodologies.
• Cloud Computing: Familiarity with cloud computing services and technologies such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Network Security: Basic understanding of network security concepts and protocols.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

• Critical Thinking: Ability to analyse complex problems and identify appropriate solutions.
• Attention to Detail: Precision in analysing data and identifying potential risks.
• Problem Resolution: Capability to resolve issues effectively and pursue objectives to completion.

Communication Skills

• Effective Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present findings clearly and concisely.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams and contribute to collective problem-solving.

Adaptability and Learning

• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing technology and work environments.
• Learning Agility: Willingness and capability to learn new skills quickly and efficiently.

Personal Attributes

• Integrity: Commitment to ethical principles and professional standards.
• Enthusiasm: A positive attitude and enthusiasm for the field of data and technology risk.
•  Motivation: Drive to achieve personal and professional goals

We offer you.

• Work with a bright, friendly, enthusiastic, and energetic team.
• Develop your personal and business skills by working on challenging projects with some of the most well-known companies as well as through our extensive learning and development programs.
• Receive a competitive intern remuneration package.

Who we are.

At EY, we support you in achieving your unique potential both personally and professionally. We give you stretching and rewarding experiences that keep you motivated, working in an atmosphere of integrity and teaming with some of the world's most successful companies. And while we encourage you to take personal responsibility for your career, we support you in your professional development in every way we can. You enjoy the flexibility to devote time to what matters to you, in your business and personal lives. At EY you can be who you are and express your point of view, energy, and enthusiasm, wherever you are in the world. It is how you make a difference.

Assurance gives organizations and their investors the confidence that the results they report give a true and fair picture of their business. As an assurance professional at EY, you will work in a high-performing and inclusive environment that offers you great opportunities to develop an interesting and fulfilling career, wherever you are in the world. You will work in multidisciplinary teams to handle complex issues and resolve challenges for leading companies. We will support you in your professional development, so you achieve your potential.