IT Auditor for MOH, Qatar

As a Senior IT Auditor you will be responsible for planning and executing IT audits. You will be auditing IT controls and security to ensure that IT and information assets are protected. The work will require you to interact closely with the IT department and with other concerned departments. You will be working in a challenging multi-cultural environment, with minimum supervision. You may be assigned to conduct an audit on your own or with a team, as the assignment requires.

Responsibilities

·          Plan IT audits as per the annual audit plan;

·          Conduct risk assessments and identify controls in place to mitigate identified risks;

·          Perform audit procedures to verify that controls are operating effectively and efficiently;

·          Document the results of audit work in accordance with the standards of the Internal Audit department;

·          Develop meaningful and/or value-adding recommendations,

·          Prepare timely audit reports for management and for the Audit Committee;

·          Advise management on internal controls and participate in enhancing control activities;

·          Act as a mentor to less experienced auditors on the team;

·          Provide first-line IT support to the Internal Audit Department;

·          Promote good working relationships with audit clients.

Desired Attributes

·          Self-starter – Execute and lead an audit with minimum guidance;

·          Team player - Collaborate and support colleagues and peers across the organization, while still being able to work independently when needed;

·          Result oriented – Meet deadlines on assignments, juggle multiple tasks;

·          Communicator – Work effectively with all levels of the organization;

·          Entrepreneurial – Take initiative to recommend improvements;

·          Committed to Self-Development – Take your professional development in your own hands;

·          Self-confident;

·          Detail oriented.

Competencies

·          Minimum of 5 years experience with auditing IT systems, preferably in a modern, large-scale operation. Work experience gained in a healthcare business is preferred, but not required;

·          A strong understanding of IT processes and technology, with demonstrated proficiency in one or more of the following areas is required:

o    Programming (e.g. Visual Basic, SQL, XML, HTML, C++),

o    Database systems (e.g. Oracle, MS SQL),

o    Operating systems (e.g. Windows, Unix),

o    Networking (e.g. routers, switches, LAN, VLAN),

o    Computer maintenance,

o    Project management,

o    ERP systems (Oracle),

o    IT and internet security,

o    Information security;

·          Solid understanding of IS audit concepts and standards, e.g. COBIT, ISO 27001;

·          Strong analytical skills and capabilities of exercising good judgment in assessing business and audit risk.

·          Strong skills in negotiating, relationship building, and problem solving;

·          Excellent report writing and oral communication skills in English. Knowledge of Arabic is an advantage;

·          Experience in using data analysis tools, e.g. ACL, highly desirable;

·          Experience in computer forensics or investigations, highly desirable;

·          Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Qualifications

·          A Bachelor’s degree, either in Computer Science, Engineering, or related IT course. Holders of a non-technical degree must have completed IT-related training courses of no less than 120 hours over the last 3 years.

·          CISA, CISSP, ISO 27001 certifications highly desirable, but not required. A candidate who displays sound knowledge of IT controls and security, along with a solid work experience in IT audit or IT security will be considered.

·          Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is a must.

Email: hrd@alwajihainterface.com