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Technology Audit Manager, Internal Audit

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Mastercard

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • IT & Cybersecurity
  • Johannesburg
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AI generated summary

  • You must have auditing experience, IT expertise, analytical skills, communication proficiency, a relevant degree, certifications (CISSP, CISA), and be proficient in MS Office and data analytics tools.
  • You will collaborate globally, manage audit projects, evaluate risks and controls, develop remediation plans, track actions, and become a SME on South Africa/SARB regulations.

Requirements

  • Prior successful experience in internal and/or external auditing, with specific expertise in testing various information technology and security areas (e.g., IT GCC, IT Operations, SDLC, UNIX, HP Non-Stop, Windows, Cloud environments, IT security practices, PCI DSS compliance, ISO 27001 standards).
  • Ability to quickly understand and critically analyze complex processes, to identify and assess potential risks, and determine whether those risks are appropriately managed. Proficiency in various audit techniques such as inquiry, walkthrough, validation, reperformance, sampling, analytics, problem-solving, and root cause analysis.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, including professional fluency in English.
  • Ability to work well, both independently and within a team, deliver high-quality work, within budget and on time, intellectually curious, self-motivated, passionate, service-minded, culturally attuned, and flexible.
  • Committed to self-development, constructive feedback, and seeking opportunities to capitalize on strengths and address development areas.
  • Bachelor's degree with concentration in information systems, information technology, computer science or engineering. Relevant professional credentials and certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISA).
  • Proficient with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and familiar with ACL or similar data analytics / auditing tools.
  • Ability to travel up to 10 %.

Responsibilities

  • Be part of a dynamic global team and work collaboratively with colleagues, locally and from other Mastercard offices around the world. Be a champion and advocate for strong governance, risk management, internal controls, and partner with other risk and control functions across the organization to strengthen Mastercard three lines of defense model.
  • Contribute actively to the effective and efficient delivery of assigned assurance or advisory projects across various markets, technology, products, services, or functional areas, as driven by the Internal Audit annual plan. Initially as a project team member, owning specific scope areas within assigned projects, then increasing the number of assigned scope areas, providing guidance and supervision to more junior project team member, and leading selected projects.
  • Within each assigned project and scope area, understand specific risks (e.g., technology, strategic, operational, financial, legal, regulatory, other) and business requirements, develop and execute risk-based testing, and document supporting workpapers in a complete, accurate and timely manner. Evaluate compliance with relevant policies, procedures, and requirements, assess controls design adequacy and operating effectiveness, and identify controls gaps and improvement opportunities. Develop and articulate draft reportable issues for validation with management and understand related risk, impact, and root cause.
  • Partner with management to develop action plans that remediate gaps identified in a sustainable manner.
  • Track, monitor, and validate the adequate and timely action plans completion by management.
  • While growing and developing in role, take ownership of Internal Audit primary relationship for one or more business area, and leverage that knowledge to contribute to the Internal Audit annual risk assessment and planning process, leading to the development of the Internal Audit annual plan.
  • Within Mastercard Internal Audit team, this position will have a primary focus on South Africa / SARB regulatory requirements, including local governance, risk management, and technology related activities. This position will therefore contribute to various assurance and advisory projects, working in coordination with the broader Mastercard Internal Audit Technology team.
  • This position is also intended to become the Subject Matter Expert (SME) and primary contact for all South Africa / SARB related matters for the Mastercard Internal Audit team. Accordingly, this position will establish and develop strong relationships with the other Mastercard functions (first and second line) which are also involved with South Africa / SARB requirements (e.g., Reg Affairs, Risk Management, Technology, Technology Risk Management). Also, this position will build and develop Mastercard Internal Audit knowledge around South Africa / SARB requirements. That knowledge will be leveraged as an input and contribution to the Internal Audit annual risk assessment and planning process, leading to the development of the Internal Audit annual plan.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Technology Audit Manager role?

The primary focus of the Technology Audit Manager role is on South Africa / SARB regulatory requirements, including local governance, risk management, and technology-related activities.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

Prior successful experience in internal and/or external auditing, specifically in testing various information technology and security areas, is required for this position.

What qualifications are necessary for applicants?

Applicants should have a bachelor's degree with a concentration in information systems, information technology, computer science, or engineering, along with relevant professional credentials and certifications such as CISSP or CISA.

Is knowledge of South Africa / SARB requirements essential for this role?

Yes, knowledge of South Africa / SARB requirements is essential as the position is intended to become the Subject Matter Expert (SME) and primary contact for all related matters.

What skills are necessary for success in this position?

Necessary skills include the ability to analyze complex processes, identify potential risks, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, proficiency in audit techniques, proficiency with tools like MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and familiarity with ACL or similar data analytics/auditing tools.

Will the Technology Audit Manager collaborate with other teams?

Yes, the Technology Audit Manager will work collaboratively with colleagues locally and from other Mastercard offices, as well as other functions involved with South Africa / SARB requirements.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, the role requires the ability to travel up to 10%.

Are there opportunities for career development in this role?

Yes, the position involves commitment to self-development, constructive feedback, and opportunities to leverage strengths while addressing development areas.

What are the key responsibilities of the Technology Audit Manager?

Key responsibilities include contributing to assurance and advisory projects, evaluating risks and controls, documenting workpapers, developing action plans for remediation, and participating in the Internal Audit annual risk assessment and planning process.

What is Mastercard's stance on information security for employees?

All employees are expected to abide by Mastercard's security policies, ensure confidentiality and integrity of information, report security violations, and complete mandatory security training as per guidelines.

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