IT Internal Audit Manager

Informa ,
London, Greater London

Overview

Job Description

Basic Function To plan, carry out and report on IT related reviews and audits, working closely with the Head of Internal Audit. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Plan and undertake IT, Cyber Security, change management and process control reviews and audits, identify issues and risks and devise cost effective and value adding recommendations to help mitigate them. 2. Review and discuss audit findings with auditees and management and advise on appropriate courses of action. 3. Prepare and draft audit reports for publication. 4. Discuss and agree management comments and actions relating to published findings. 5. Advise and assist management and line staff in the interpretation and explanation of audit recommendations. 6. Maintain summary data of audit jobs completed, resource days utilised and status of ongoing reports. 7. Utilise computer assisted auditing and data analytics tools where applicable to maximize the efficiency of IT Audit testing. 8. Develop and maintain effective communication channels with operational and IT management at all group companies. 9. Act as a point of contact for IT/IT audit related queries and questions from group companies, advise the Audit department on changing IT risks and play a central role in developing the Informa IT audit plan,and strategy/approach for digital risks. 10. Work closely with other members of the Group Internal Audit team to establish the audit department as a pro-active, value-adding source of expertise, assistance and consulting advice. 11. Assist in the development and drafting of Group policies where required and appropriate 12. Carry out ad hoc project work as directed by the Group Head of Internal Audit. 13. To plan, co-ordinate and undertake ad hoc work in the UK and overseas as required. 14. Assist in the maintenance and running of the global audit planner. 15. Periodically and when required, review and evaluate computer applications. 16. Track audit finding resolution. 17. Work autonomously and run projects to a high standard, whilst managing time effectively. 19. Work with External Audit and co-sourced Internal Audit partners as required. Overall Position Requirements * Proven experience in IT and/or technical audit role and a good knowledge of Internet technologies, ERP systems and Operating System controls and experience of application control reviews. * CISA and or CISSP qualification preferred. * Excellent written, oral and presentation skills; able to self-direct and work on own initiative and provide leadership, help and advice to others. * Superior interpersonal and communication skills with the proven ability to win support and cooperation in a team environment as well as from senior management and third parties. * Strong technical and process-orientated skills coupled with good problem analysis capabilities, ability to organize, prioritise and multi-task in a dynamic, demanding and fast-changing corporate environment. * Knowledge/experience of systems development and project management methodologies. * Willingness to travel to Informa sites within the UK and overseas and spend time away from home. * University education desired, Batchelor's degree in related field welcome, but not essential. Reporting Relationships Position reports to the Group Head of Audit based in London. Compensation Salary negotiable depending on experience and achievements. Basic Function To plan, carry out and report on IT related reviews and audits, working closely with the Head of Internal Audit. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Plan and undertake IT, Cyber Security, change management and process control reviews and audits, identify issues and risks and devise cost effective and value adding recommendations to help mitigate them. 2. Review and discuss audit findings with auditees and management and advise on appropriate courses of action. 3. Prepare and draft audit reports for publication. 4. Discuss and agree management comments and actions relating to published findings. 5. Advise and assist management and line staff in the interpretation and explanation of audit recommendations. 6. Maintain summary data of audit jobs completed, resource days utilised and status of ongoing reports. 7. Utilise computer assisted auditing and data analytics tools where applicable to maximize the efficiency of IT Audit testing. 8. Develop and maintain effective communication channels with operational and IT management at all group companies. 9. Act as a point of contact for IT/IT audit related queries and questions from group companies, advise the Audit department on changing IT risks and play a central role in developing the Informa IT audit plan,and strategy/approach for digital risks. 10. Work closely with other members of the Group Internal Audit team to establish the audit department as a pro-active, value-adding source of expertise, assistance and consulting advice. 11. Assist in the development and drafting of Group policies where required and appropriate 12. Carry out ad hoc proj