Senior IT & Cybersecurity Auditor

We are currently looking for an experienced Senior IT & Cybersecurity Auditor to join an international financial services environment and contribute to strengthening its technology, cybersecurity and risk management landscape. In this role, you will combine your technical expertise with a strong understanding of governance, risk and controls. You will take ownership of complex audit engagements, challenge existing practices and provide independent insights that support informed decision-making at senior management level. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically experienced professional who enjoys investigating complex IT environments, identifying potential vulnerabilities and making a meaningful impact on the organisation’s security and resilience. Responsibilities & Tasks • Plan, lead and deliver comprehensive IT audit engagements based on a risk-oriented approach, including the development of audit strategies and testing procedures. • Review and evaluate technology-related risk areas, including cybersecurity, IT governance, infrastructure, network security, access management, data protection, operational resilience and emerging technologies. • Apply your technical background to analyse complex IT architectures, identify potential weaknesses and assess the effectiveness of existing security measures and internal controls. • Review findings from penetration tests, vulnerability scans, security assessments and monitoring activities, translating technical observations into relevant risk insights. • Assess emerging technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence and AI-driven solutions, and evaluate their implications for cybersecurity, governance and technology risk. • Present audit findings, recommendations and risk assessments to relevant stakeholders, including senior management and executive-level decision-makers. • Prepare structured and impactful audit documentation, ensuring that identified issues are clearly communicated and actionable. • Track remediation activities and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented measures. • Work closely with colleagues across IT, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Governance and Business functions to promote continuous improvement and strengthen the overall control environment. Requirements & Qualifications • Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or a comparable discipline, alternatively equivalent professional experience. • At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in IT, Cybersecurity, Information Security, Technology Risk or a related technical field. • Strong practical knowledge of several core technology and security domains, such as Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Vulnerability Management, Security Operations or IT Resilience. • Experience working with technical security assessments, penetration testing results, vulnerability scanning solutions or comparable security tools. • Previous exposure to IT Audit, Internal Audit, External Audit, Technology Risk or another assurance-related function is highly desirable. • Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP or equivalent qualifications are considered an advantage. • Interest in Artificial Intelligence, machine learning and AI-driven technologies, particularly in relation to security, governance and risk management. Practical experience in AI governance or AI-based solutions is beneficial. • Strong analytical capabilities, a structured approach to problem-solving and the ability to assess complex technical information independently. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge established practices constructively and engage with senior decision-makers. • High professional integrity, s