Rand Merchant Bank (RMB), a division of FirstRand Bank Limited, is a leading African corporate and investment bank and part of one of the largest financial services groups in Africa. The bank provides innovative, value-added advisory, funding, trading, corporate banking and principal investing solutions to clients across Africa
Job Title: IT Auditor
Company: Rand Merchant Bank (RMB)
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Industry: Banking / Financial Services / IT Audit
Job ID: R50639
Experience: 4 years
Job Description
The IT Auditor will report directly to the Chief Audit Executive of RMB Nigeria and will be responsible for assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management and controls over IT systems and platforms, General IT Controls, Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs) and technology projects.
The role will also contribute to the development of IT audit capabilities and provide technical consulting services to internal clients.
IT audit coverage includes IT and cybersecurity reviews, IT service providers, business continuity management and disaster recovery, project management, pre- and post-implementation reviews, change management, logical access management, IT governance, data backup, cloud computing, IT operations, and industry and regulatory compliance reviews such as SWIFT and PCI-DSS.
Responsibilities
- Deliver assurance and consulting services in line with internal audit objectives.
- Provide assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management and controls over IT systems, platforms, General IT Controls, data analysis and projects.
- Collaborate with process audit teams to identify opportunities for integrated IT and process audit approaches.
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends and regulatory requirements affecting IT audit practices.
- Evaluate hardware, operating systems, databases, network infrastructure and applications.
- Review controls relating to systems development, IT operations, programming, security procedures and standards.
- Review system backup, disaster recovery and maintenance procedures.
- Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with Group Internal Audit methodology and relevant Institute of Internal Auditors standards.
- Perform individual audits covering risks and controls within assigned processes.
- Provide advice on technical, methodological and statutory matters.
- Discuss draft audit reports with auditees and finalise management comments, action plans and implementation timelines.
- Facilitate dispute resolution with line management where required.
- Work closely with the RMB Nigeria Group Internal Audit team and Group and broader Africa IT auditors.
- Express an audit opinion on the acceptability of residual risk within processes under review.
- Maintain strong relationships with internal customers and provide valuable perspectives and solutions.
- Conduct process audits as assigned by the Chief Audit Executive.
- Carry out other duties, reviews and investigations as directed by the Chief Audit Executive.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems or a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience in IT audit, process audit, risk management or technology assurance.
- Extensive experience in General Controls Reviews, Application Controls Reviews, CAATs and project auditing.
- Strong understanding of IT governance frameworks, compliance standards, regulatory requirements and cybersecurity principles.
- Professional certification such as ACCA or CISA is required/preferred.
- CRISC, CISSP or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certification is an advantage.
- Proficiency in audit analytics tools, Power BI and Microsoft Office Suite.
General Competencies
- Customer service orientation.
- Strong analytical and attention-to-detail skills.
- Effective time and self-management.
- Drive and results orientation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to lead and supervise.
- Strong problem-solving and professional judgement.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online:
Apply Online: https://firstrand.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/FRB/job/Lagos-Central/Internal-Auditor_R50639
Application Closing Date: 1st October 2026