Tech Risk - Manager

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EY-IT Auditor – Technology Risk - Manager

As part of our Technology Risk team, you will be part of the team performing IT Audits (IT General Controls and IT Application Control testing) conducted for various clients across the MENA region. Working with Technology Risk team, you will also perform/provide insights to IT Risk assessment, IT Governance, ERP reviews, Application control reviews, Cybersecurity reviews and conduct maturity assessment on the client’s current IT posture. The client base spans across various sectors and includes collaboration with other teams within EY.

The opportunity

We’re looking for professionals with expertise in IT Audit to join our Technology Risk team at Manager rank. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a leading firm whilst being instrumental in the growth of our service offering.

Your key responsibilities

• Responsible for managing multiple client engagements in MENA region and team members including Senior Consultant/Associate Manager level within the EY GDS team
• You can expect to work with high level client personnel to address compliance, financial, and operational risks, cyber strategy and also perform audits based on the business requirements
• You are also expected to conduct Kick-off Meetings, IT internal control testing, develop IT internal audit plans, conduct IT audit closure meetings and provide other IT internal audit services for the MENA stakeholders. 
• You will assess the client’s current state IT internal controls for the client's IT environment and identify IT risks and subsequent recommendations.
• Working with client personnel to analyse, evaluate and enhance information systems facilitating the business internal control process, and assisting clients and other technology professionals in performing information technology control audits, information technology control engagements, security audits and security engagements

Skills and attributes for success

• Collaborating with other members of the engagement team to plan the engagement and develop work program timelines, risk assessments and other documents/templates.
• Able to manage Senior stakeholders in the IT internal audit domain.
• Experience in leading teams to execute IT audit/Risk Management within stipulated timeline along with high quality deliverables.
• Lead and execute IT internal audit engagements, Cybersecurity engagements
• Exposure to ISMS, COBIT reviews and IT audits
• Experience in performing IT Audits in Banking and Telecom Sectors is preferred.
• Willingness to work on new opportunities at the pursuit level
• Good Communication skill and willingness to travel at a short notice
• Experience in applying relevant technical knowledge across the following type of engagements: (a) ITGC audits; (b) IT internal or operational audits; (c) ERP security and control reviews (Oracle and/or SAP) (d) application control testing
• Demonstrating and applying strong project management skills, inspiring teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor's or master's degree
• A minimum of 8-12 years of experience working as an Information security professional with IT/IS internal audit background in a professional services firm.
• Excellent communication skills with consulting experience preferred
• A valid passport for travel.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A bachelor's or master's degree in B. TECH/B. E, MS, MBA in accounting or a related discipline.
• ISO27001, ITSM, CoBIT, ITIL V3, CISA, CISM, CIA (anyone certification is desired)
• Experience of IT controls review in Banking sector or Telecom sector will be preferred

What working at EY offers

At EY, we’re dedicated to helping our clients, from start–ups to Fortune 500 companies — and the work we do with them is as varied as they are.

You get to work with inspiring and meaningful projects. Our focus is education and coaching alongside practical experience to ensure your personal development. We value our employees and you will be able to control your own development with an individual progression plan. You will quickly grow into a responsible role with challenging and stimulating assignments. Moreover, you will be part of an interdisciplinary environment that emphasizes high quality and knowledge exchange. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

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