Information Systems (IS) Auditors Jobs in Kenya

A local financial institution hereby invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced and self-motivated professionals with excellent credentials to fill the following vacancy in the Internal Audit Department.

Information Systems (IS) Auditors

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Participate in developing information systems audit and executing information systems audit reviews accordingly;
  • Assess the risks inherent in the institution's information systems and recommend measures to mitigate them

  • Obtain sufficient, reliable, relevant and useful evidence to assess how the institution's information systems and business processes are controlled, monitored and aligned with the institution's objectives;
  • Apply professional auditing principles and standards to test and evaluate complex information technology (IT ) records and operational systems
  • Evaluate management action and controls needed to manage risks effectively, advise and where needed facilitate improvements;
  • Conduct interviews with staff and management as part of preparation for audit, audit testing and to present findings;
  • Provide IS Audit support to other teams in the institution in identifying and mitigating the risks underlying the information systems
  • Perform research to identify and summarize applicable laws and best practice guidelines;
  • Assist in IT and other fraud investigations;
Qualifications:
  • Aged 35 years and below
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology from a recognized university; Possession of a Masters degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
  • Professional Qualifications in Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional);
Experience
  • At least five (5) years relevant practical experience in audit and risk assessment in a reputable organization.
  • Knowledge of Windows environment, Oracle and Network infrastructure.
  • Detailed knowledge of information systems governance, information security principles and practices;
  • Outstanding analytical skills with knowledge of use of Computer Aided Audit Tools (CAATS).
  • Demonstrate deep understanding of the audit process, controls and procedures.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Demonstrate ability to write timely, constructive and actionable audit and risk assessment reports.
  • Knowledge of COBIT framework will be an added advantage.
Applicants meeting the above qualifications should send their applications enclosing copies of academic & professional certificates, testimonials, a detailed curriculum vitae, national identity card, email address and daytime telephone contact to:

The Advertiser
DN/A 946
P. O. Box 49010, GPO 00100
Nairobi

So as to be received on or before April 21, 2011

Note:

Applications received after deadline will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates shall be contacted.

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