Associate Internal Audit – IT Focus

About the role

Al Etihad Payments is seeking an Associate in Internal Audit with an IT background to support the head of internal audit. You will plan and execute audit engagements covering controls, cybersecurity, data privacy and IT infrastructure, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and conduct audits of general controls, application controls, cybersecurity, data privacy and IT infrastructure.
• Review internal control effectiveness, recommend improvements and follow up on remediation.
• Assess project governance for IT‑related projects and suggest enhancements.
• Test controls over ERP systems, databases and network security, identifying weaknesses and vulnerabilities.
• Prepare detailed audit reports with clear findings and actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with external auditors, IT/security teams and internal audit service providers.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Information Systems or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in audit, IT audit or related fields.
• CISA certification is an advantage.

Required skills

• General controls
• Application controls
• Cybersecurity
• Data privacy
• IT infrastructure
• ERP systems
• Database management
• Network security

What we offer

• Modern, flexible work environment.
• Dynamic team with competitive compensation, annual bonus and benefits such as child education allowance, annual flight tickets and comprehensive health insurance.