Senior IT Auditor (Almaty/Astana)

Описание

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and participate in the execution of IT audit engagements as part of financial audits, including assessment of IT General Controls (ITGC), automated business controls, and system interfaces;
• Manage project teams, including planning, task allocation, quality review, and monitoring of deadlines and deliverables;
• Conduct IT risk assessments of client environments, including evaluations of access management, change management, backup procedures, and incident response processes;
• Prepare audit reports, client recommendations, and deliver presentations of findings to key stakeholders;
• Coordinate with financial audit teams, technical experts, client IT departments, and international offices;
• Support advisory projects in areas such as SOX compliance, ESG readiness, IPO support, M&A due diligence, and information security assessments;
• Mentor and develop junior team members through coaching, feedback, and formal/informal training;
• Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and global audit methodologies of the firm.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Economics, Audit, or a related field;
• 3 to 6 years of relevant experience in IT audit, IT consulting, cybersecurity, or internal controls, Previous work experience at a Big 4 firm will be considered an advantage;
• Hands-on experience with major IT environments and systems such as SAP, Oracle, 1C, Microsoft Dynamics, including understanding of system architecture, access rights, and audit logging;
• Solid knowledge and practical application of frameworks such as ITGC, COBIT, ISO 27001, data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR), and SOX requirements is a strong advantage;
• Possession or active pursuit of certifications such as CISA, CIA, CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor is preferred;
• Strong command of English at Upper-Intermediate to Advanced level for working with international clients and documentation;
• Experience engaging with senior stakeholders such as CIOs, CFOs, Internal Audit Heads.
  

  Professional Attributes:

• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to structure complex information, identify control gaps, and provide value-added recommendations;
• Well-developed project management and leadership capabilities;
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously;
• Proactive, results-oriented mindset with an interest in developing new service areas.