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Senior - IT Audit
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior IT Audit to join our growing IT Audit practice at KPMG Kuwait. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with more than 3-4 years of experience in IT Risk, Audit, and Assurance, who are eager to take on leadership responsibilities and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, high-performing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead or support IT audit engagements on small and medium size of clients focusing on IT general controls, IT application controls, and IT risk assessments across various industries, ensuring high-quality delivery within scope, time, and budget in line framework such with ISA and KPMG Audit Execution Guide.
- Perform and supervise fieldwork, prepare IT audit work papers, and document findings.
- Collaborate with engagement teams and clients to assess technology risks, evaluate internal controls, and recommend enhancements.
- Experience in leading the execution of IT audits/ assessments of IT processes against leading practices, frameworks and common standards (e.g. COSO, CoBIT, NIST, ISO 27001/02).Prepare and draft reports, presentations, and audit documentation for accuracy and clarity prior to delivery to clients.
- Work closely with Managers and Directors in client meetings, presentations, and proposals.
- Mentor and coach junior staff, providing guidance and performance feedback.
- Stay updated with emerging technologies, cyber threats, and industry best practices.
- Contribute to the development of client relationships and support business development activities where required.
Skills and Attributes for Success
- Excellent communication and report writing abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet tight deadlines.
- A team player with leadership potential and a client-centric mindset.
- Proficiency in assessing IT Application Controls, IPE, and Interface Controls through code reviews, IT General Controls/ITGC/GITC review covering areas such as Change Management, Access Management, Backup Management, Incident and Problem Management, SDLC, Data Migration, Batch Job scheduling/monitoring and Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery.
- Good understanding of business processes (accounting, billing, payroll, etc.).
- Technical Knowledge of IT Audit Tools with excellent knowledge of IT Audit process and methodology.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (B.E/B.Tech, BCA, MCA, B.Sc/M.Sc).
- Minimum of 3-4 years experience in IT audit, IT risk, or IT assurance (preferably within a Big 4 or professional services environment).
- Hands-on experience with ITGCs, application controls testing, and infrastructure reviews.
- Exposure to SOX compliance and internal audit environments.
- Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, or equivalent (preferred or in progress).
- Knowledge of relevant frameworks: COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST, COSO.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and other MS Office tools.
- Exposure to ERP systems will be added advantage.
- Exposure to automation Data Analytics tools such as Alteryx & Power BI will be an advantage.
- Industry experience in Telecom, Banking, and energy.
