Our client is a leading global fertilizer producer operating across nitrogen-based products, with a strong international footprint in Egypt. The organization is recognized for its robust governance framework, commitment to operational excellence, and alignment with international best practices. As part of its continued focus on risk management and control, the company is expanding its Internal Audit function and seeking an experienced IT Auditor to join its team in Cairo.
Job Purpose
The IT Auditor is responsible for executing IT audit engagements and ensuring audits are completed in a timely manner in compliance with the Internal Audit Manual and international audit standards. The role supports IT risk assessments, contributes to the annual audit plan, and ensures audit objectives are fully achieved while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute IT audit engagements in line with the approved audit plan, scope, and schedule.
- Support the development of the Internal Audit Plan through IT risk assessment activities.
- Review and update the IT audit universe to ensure comprehensive coverage of IT risks.
- Identify, assess, and evaluate IT-related risks, control gaps, and breaches of conduct.
- Assess compliance of IT infrastructure, operations, and applications with internal policies, laws, and regulations.
- Execute audits using consistent methodologies aligned with the Internal Audit Manual and global standards.
- Draft clear, concise, and value-adding internal audit reports with practical recommendations.
- Proactively communicate significant control weaknesses, risks, or governance issues to Internal Audit management.
- Follow up on management action plans and track remediation progress.
- Participate in special investigations, ad-hoc audits, and advisory engagements as directed.
- Support the preparation of Audit Committee reports and management presentations.
- Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to ensure effective resolution of audit findings.
- Maintain alignment with department and company strategy while ensuring ethical conduct and professional care.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field.
- Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, or equivalent are a strong advantage.
Experience
- 57 years of experience in IT Internal Auditing.
- Prior experience within Big 4 firms (Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG) is highly preferred.
- Strong exposure to IT audits within large, complex organizations or regulated environments.
Technical & Systems Knowledge
- In-depth knowledge of IT audit and assurance frameworks, including ITAF, COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27000, and NIST.
- Strong understanding of:
- Information security standards
- Cloud architecture
- IT infrastructure and networking concepts
- Software development life cycle (SDLC)
- Experience with data analytics tools (e.g. IDEA) is an advantage.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit documentation tools.
Work Conditions
- On-site role Cairo
- Full-time position
- 5 working days per week | 8 hours per day
