IT Auditor recruitment

OVERVIEW:

IT Auditors are responsible for  performing and reporting the results of IT infrastructure, IT application, integrated product-line, and functional audits using the Audit Department’s risk-based audit approach. 

Credit Suisse Group’s Internal Audit Function has a high profile and a particularly proactive brief, providing an ongoing objective and independent evaluation of the effectiveness of the group’s risk management, control and governance processes across the Investment Banking, Private Banking and Asset Management businesses. We are currently seeking an exceptional IT audit professional to join our team.

THE ROLE INVOLVES:

- Comprehensive risk assessment and engagement planning. This entails obtaining an in-depth understanding of each business and/or function being audited, identification and assessment of risks (including understanding the manner in which such risks are controlled and the audit approach required to ensure controls are appropriately designed and operating effectively) and preparing documentation (Workpapers, Planning Memorandum and Audit Program) that reflects the aforementioned information and assessments.

- Executing audit work. This encompasses execution of the planned approach for the audit in a team-based environment, interacting closely with various levels of staff and management throughout the Bank. For IT infrastructure audits, work encompasses a review of processes and procedures performed by various departments within the Bank to control and/or support the IT environment. This includes both general and application IT control reviews, and typically involves reviews of system architecture and configuration settings, underlying system administration and support processes, and data analysis techniques. Responsibilities also include performing integrated business and application audits.

In addition to his/her primary responsibilities, each Senior IT Auditor is expected to assume additional responsibilities upon progression in the Department. These responsibilities can include:
- Performing administrative duties as it relates to key responsibilities and participating in special projects as delegated by Department Management;
- Developing and maintaining relationships with Bank Staff and Management to facilitate proactive assessment of the Bank’s risk profile and career development; and,
- Assessing personal development needs (e.g., training) in conjunction with Department Management.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

- Degree in computer science, accounting and business administration or related areas.
- Minimum of three years post-qualified audit experience.
- CISA, CISSP and CPA certifications preferred, but not required.
- Strong organizational, communications and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Self-motivated and results oriented professional.