Manager Digital & New Technologies (United Arab Emirates) Dubai

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in IT or Cybersecurity and a mandatory professional certification such as CISA, CISM, or CISSP. Candidates must have over 10 years of experience in IT audit or technology controls, including 2-3 years in a managerial role.

Job Summary

Key Accountabilities:

* IT Audit Planning & Execution – Develop and deliver comprehensive risk‑based
IT/technology audit plans covering ITGCs and key technology domains (e.g.,
application and interface controls, infrastructure/operations, identity &
access, change/release, backup/recovery, cybersecurity, cloud, data, and
DevSecOps).
* End‑to‑End Engagement Management – Lead the full IT audit lifecycle from
scoping and planning through fieldwork, issue validation, reporting, and
remediation tracking in line with Internal Audit methodology.
* Reporting & Communication – Produce clear, concise, and impact‑oriented IT
audit reports for the Director, articulating key risks, control gaps, root
causes, and actionable technology‑focused recommendations.
* Stakeholder Partnership – Collaborate with IT service owners, architects,
security, and business leaders to agree pragmatic action plans, set
remediation timelines, and monitor closure of findings to sustainably reduce
risk.
* Regulatory & Standards Alignment – Maintain current knowledge of relevant
frameworks and regulations (e.g., COBIT, ISO/IEC 27001, NIST CSF, ITIL, data
privacy/cyber mandates) to ensure audit approaches remain fit‑for‑purpose and
comprehensive.
* Continuous Improvement & Analytics – Enhance audit methods, tooling, and
automation, leveraging data analytics, control telemetry, and continuous
monitoring to increase coverage, efficiency, and the insight quality of IT
assurance.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills:

* Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field
* Professional certification (CISA, CISM, CISSP, or equivalent) mandatory
requirement 
* 10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, IT
audit, cybersecurity, or technology control functions.
* 2–3 years of supervisory or managerial experience leading IT or technology
audit teams.
* Demonstrated expertise in assessing IT controls, including ITGCs, application
controls, cybersecurity processes, and technology elements supporting
financial reporting (ICOFR).
* Strong understanding of risk‑based audit methodologies and assurance
frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001, IIA Standards).
* Experience with data analytics, automation, and audit‑support tools
(preferred), with the ability to leverage technology to enhance audit
efficiency and insight quality.
* Strong understanding of technology‑enabled control environments, including
how IT processes, systems, and configurations impact financial reporting,
compliance, and operational integrity.
* Advanced knowledge of internal control frameworks and IT risk management
principles, including ITGCs, application controls, cybersecurity controls,
and technology governance.
* Excellent analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills, with the
ability to evaluate complex IT environments and identify control gaps with
precision.
* Proficiency in data analytics tools and audit management platforms,
leveraging automation and analytics to enhance IT audit coverage and insight
quality.
* Strong project management capabilities, with the ability to lead and
coordinate multiple technology audit engagements concurrently.
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, enabling clear
articulation of technical risks, control deficiencies, and recommendations to
stakeholders at all levels.
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, data visualization tools, and
experience working with ERP and core IT systems, including understanding of
system configurations, logs, and automated controls.
* Ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with IT, cybersecurity,
operations, and business teams to drive effective remediation and strengthen
the control environment.

Responsibilities

Lead the full lifecycle of risk-based IT and technology audits, covering domains such as cybersecurity, cloud, and infrastructure. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop remediation plans and provide actionable insights to strengthen the organization’s security resilience.

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