Senior IT Advisor/IT Audit Manager

Role Overview:

As a Senior IT Advisor / IT Audit Manager based in Kenya, you will serve as a strategic partner to our diverse portfolio of clients, providing expert guidance on technology risk, governance, and control frameworks. You will lead complex IT audit engagements, working closely with C-suite stakeholders, internal audit departments, and cross-functional project teams to identify vulnerabilities and optimize IT operations. By bridging the gap between technical infrastructure and business objectives, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding organizational assets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving the maturity of information security postures across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead end-to-end IT audit engagements and risk assessments to provide stakeholders with actionable insights into their control environments and operational efficiency.

- Design and implement robust IT governance and compliance frameworks, including SOX and internal control structures, to mitigate enterprise-wide risks.

- Evaluate the security and integrity of ERP systems and critical IT infrastructure to ensure data confidentiality and system availability for business continuity.

- Manage complex project lifecycles by coordinating with technical teams and management to deliver high-impact IT consulting solutions within defined timelines.

- Advise leadership on IT strategy and digital transformation initiatives, ensuring that security and risk management are integrated into the core of business growth.

- Conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments and penetration testing oversight to strengthen the organizations defensive posture against evolving cyber threats.

Required Skillset:

- Demonstrated expertise in executing IT audits and risk management programs, supported by professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, or CEH.

- Proven ability to translate complex technical findings into strategic recommendations for non-technical stakeholders, fostering clear communication across all levels of an organization.

- Strong analytical proficiency in assessing IT controls, information security protocols, and compliance requirements within large-scale ERP environments.

- Exceptional project management capabilities, with a track record of leading multidisciplinary teams to meet rigorous audit and consulting deadlines.

- A proactive mindset toward IT governance and strategy, with the ability to adapt to the dynamic regulatory and technological landscape of the Kenyan market.

- A Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, or a related field, complemented by 3-8 years of progressive experience in IT audit or consulting.

- High degree of professional agility, capable of navigating hybrid work environments while maintaining strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.