Descriptions

To lead and manage audits of information technology (IT) systems, digital banking platforms, and operational processes to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of systems and data. The role ensures effective risk-based audits covering IT governance, cybersecurity, system controls, and operational processes across all banking units in compliance with internal audit standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.

Responsibilities

IT Audits

• Plan, execute, and oversee IT audits covering core banking systems, digital channels, data centers, network infrastructure, and cybersecurity controls.
• Assess IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls, and database management practices.
• Evaluate IT governance frameworks and alignment with the bank’s strategic objectives.
• Review change management, system development life cycle (SDLC), and disaster recovery arrangements.

Operational Audits

• Lead audits of key operational areas such as branch operations, clearing and back-office functions.
• Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of business processes and internal controls.
• Identify gaps, control weaknesses, and process improvement opportunities.

Data Analytics and Continuous Auditing

• Use data analytics tools (e.g., AC, Power BI, SQL to detect anomalies, monitor transactions, and enhance audit coverage.
• Develop continuous auditing dashboards for key operational and IT metrics.

Reporting and Communication

• Prepare high-quality audit reports highlighting key findings, implications, and actionable recommendations.
• Present audit findings and report to senior management
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of agreed management action plans.

-Any other duties that will be assigned depending on the needs

Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Professional Certification

• At least one relevant certification such as CISA, CIA.
• Certificates in Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, or IT Governance (COBIT) is highly desirable.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in internal audit/external audit or risk management within a bank or financial institution

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of core banking systems (e.g.T24, Flex cube, Finacle), ITGCs, cybersecurity frameworks, database management, and operational risk processes.

Soft Skills

Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills, strong report writing and presentation abilities.

• Plan, execute, and oversee IT audits covering core banking systems, digital channels, data centers, network infrastructure, and cybersecurity controls.
• Assess IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls, and database management practices.
• Evaluate IT governance frameworks and alignment with the bank’s strategic objectives.
• Review change management, system development life cycle (SDLC), and disaster recovery arrangements.
• Lead audits of key operational areas such as branch operations, clearing and back-office functions.
• Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of business processes and internal controls.
• Identify gaps, control weaknesses, and process improvement opportunities.
• Use data analytics tools (e.g., AC, Power BI, SQL to detect anomalies, monitor transactions, and enhance audit coverage.
• Develop continuous auditing dashboards for key operational and IT metrics.
• Prepare high-quality audit reports highlighting key findings, implications, and actionable recommendations.
• Present audit findings and report to senior management
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of agreed management action plans.
• Any other duties that will be assigned depending on the needs

• Problem Solving skills
• Leadership & Management Skills
• Good Analytical Skills
• Communication Skills
• Strong knowledge of core banking systems (e.g.T24, Flex cube, Finacle), ITGCs, cybersecurity frameworks, database management, and operational risk processes.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills
• Strong report writing and presentation abilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• At least one relevant certification such as CISA, CIA.
• Certificates in Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, or IT Governance (COBIT) is highly desirable.