IT Audit Associate Full Time NEW

About the company:

MSE Audit Service LLP (Formerly A.W. Thomas L.P.) was established in 1981 and has been in practice throughout Ethiopia since then. We have over 50 professional audit staff with extensive experience in the private sector, NGOs and Government enterprises. We are one of the two RIG approved auditors in Ethiopia to audit USAID resources throughout Africa and our quality control procedures were considered robust by other donors as well including the World Bank, European Commission, BFW…etc.

We are also a member of Grant Thornton International Ltd, one of the leading Advisory and Assurance firm in the world.

About the Role

Assessing and evaluating the effectiveness of information technology controls, security measures, governance processes, and IT-related risks within client organizations. The role involves conducting IT audits, identifying control weaknesses, recommending improvements, and ensuring compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute IT audit engagements in accordance with professional standards and methodologies.
• Evaluate IT General Controls (ITGCs), including access management, change management, IT operations, and backup and recovery processes.
• Assess application controls, cybersecurity controls, and IT governance frameworks.
• Identify control deficiencies and provide value-added recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare audit documentation, reports, and client deliverables.
• Support financial statement audits through testing of IT-dependent controls and systems.
• Assess compliance with applicable standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Engage with client management and stakeholders to communicate audit findings and recommendations.
• Stay informed on emerging technology risks, cybersecurity threats, and industry best practices.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 2 years experience in IT and other related fields
• Experience in IT Audit in external audits is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of IT controls, cybersecurity, and risk management concepts.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.