IT Auditor
The IT Auditor determines audit objectives and activities by examining changes to the technological landscape, regulations and the organisation's IT assets and technologies to identify potential risks to IT assets. He/She assists in the development of an IT audit plan which includes outlining all workflows and audit activities. He conducts audit activities as per audit plan and analyses IT business controls and processes against organisational and industry standards to identify areas of non-compliance and potential risks. He assists with investigation and the preparation of documentation of work performed and develops reports. He also identifies potential recommendations to enhance compliance and address risks identified. He works in a dynamic environment due to rapid changes in the IT landscape. He is knowledgeable of relevant regulatory requirements and internal auditing standards, particularly in the area of technology risk management. The IT Auditor has a natural ability to process diverse sets of information and see relevant interdependencies and linkages. He is inquisitive and observant when analysing issues and is able to effectively articulate concepts and ideas.
What Does a IT Auditor Do?
Key Responsibilities & Tasks
Develop IT audit plans
- Conduct research on technological landscape and regulations to analyse its impact on the organisation’s IT audit plans
- Identify potential risks to IT assets
- Analyse changes to the organisation's IT assets to develop IT audit requirements
- Identify required IT audit workflows and activities
- Assist in the development of an IT audit plan
Implement IT audit plans
- Conduct audit activities in accordance with the IT audit plan and requirements
- Analyse IT controls and processes against organisational and industry IT standards
- Identify areas of non-compliance to IT standards and potential IT risk
- Gather evidence to identify root causes of areas of non-compliance
- Document evidence and IT audit conclusions
Enhance IT compliance and risk management
- Provide recommendations to enhance compliance to IT standards and address IT risks identified
- Develop communication and presentation materials to share IT audit findings and recommendations
- Drive awareness of IT controls across organisation
- Promote best practices and raise organisational awareness on matters relating to governance, risk and compliance
- Monitor resolution of identified non-compliance and risks
Do You Have the Skills for This Role?
A IT Auditor needs 4 core competencies. Here's what's required and at what level.
Must-Have Skills (Advanced)
Decision Making
AdvancedThinking Critically
Communication
AdvancedInteracting with Others
Customer Orientation
AdvancedInteracting with Others
Supporting Skills
Digital Fluency
IntermediateStaying Relevant
SkillsFuture Skill Levels
3 levelsBasic
Recognise and understand fundamental concepts. Apply skills in routine situations with guidance.
Intermediate
Apply skills in varied situations independently. Analyse problems and adapt approaches as needed.
Advanced
Lead and innovate in complex situations. Evaluate strategies, guide teams, and drive improvements.
Technical Skills & Competencies (TSC) Levels
6 levelsFollow
Carry out routine tasks under close supervision. Follow established procedures and guidelines.
Assist
Perform tasks with some independence. Assist in non-routine situations and apply established techniques.
Apply
Apply skills and knowledge independently in varied situations. Analyse problems and adapt approaches.
Analyse
Analyse complex situations and develop solutions. Guide and mentor junior colleagues.
Strategise
Set strategic direction and drive innovation. Evaluate trade-offs and make high-impact decisions.
Transform
Lead industry transformation. Establish standards, shape policy, and provide expert advisory.
Technical Skills & Competencies
A IT Auditor requires 13 technical skills at specific proficiency levels.
IT Governance
Level 4Governance and Compliance
Develop and implement standard operating procedures based on IT policies and practices, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations
IT Standards
Level 4Governance and Compliance
Review current practices of performing IT-related activities, and propose revisions to service standards and protocols
Quality Standards
Level 4Governance and Compliance
Assess existing quality standards and align processes and activities with IT product and service quality expectations
Audit and Compliance
Level 3Governance and Compliance
Conduct audits, analyse results and implement changes to address identified gaps
Budgeting
Level 3Business Finance
Prepare business unit’s operational budgets
Business Performance Management
Level 3General Management
Monitor performance of the department
Business Risk Management
Level 3Business and Project Management
Identify risks and their business impact and propose measures to manage risks
Data Analytics
Level 3Business Development
Develop, apply and evaluate algorithms, predictive data modelling and data visualisation to identify underlying trends and patterns in data.
Networking
Level 3Business Development
Identify and analyse business opportunities
Partnership Management
Level 3Stakeholder and Contract Management
Support the development and coordination of partnerships with external stakeholders and organisations
Process Improvement and Optimisation
Level 3Business and Project Management
Identify and Implement the adoption of process improvement and optimisation methods
Stakeholder Management
Level 3Stakeholder and Contract Management
Serve as the organisation's main contact point for stakeholder communications, clarifying responsibilities among stakholders, and engaging them to align expectations
Strategy Implementation
Level 3Strategy Planning and Implementation
Analyse strategies for critical business functions to ensure plans are within risk mitigation factors
European Skills Framework
ESCOSkills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.
Essential
Optional
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