IT Auditor

IT Auditor job description

The IT Auditor uses a systematic risk-based approach to analyse a company's IT infrastructure, ensuring all processes and systems are operating accurately and efficiently, while meeting compliance requirements of Singapore and global standards.

They will assess the internal controls of an information system to identify weaknesses in security protocols and make recommendations to strengthen the system against security breaches.

What should be included in an IT Auditor job description?

If you are hiring an IT Auditor in Singapore, the job description can feature:

Planning and managing audit processes

Designing audit programs and timelines

Developing and executing data analysis procedures

Evaluating the IT controls supporting business operations

Identifying and assessing all technology, information and cyber risks

Reviewing applications and IT infrastructure for security risks

Supporting business audits by providing technology audit expertise

Preparing and submitting audit reports to management and external auditors

Recommending improvements to the organisation’s information systems

What skills and qualifications should an IT Auditor have?

A formal degree is typically required for an IT Auditor role in Singapore, often with tertiary qualifications in:

Computer Science

Information Systems

Engineering or equivalent

Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) may also be desired for an IT Auditor.

There are several qualities that candidates for an IT Auditor role in Singapore should be expected to display:

Establishing and maintaining constructive, positive and objective working relationships with internal customers at all levels in the organisation

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Comfortable with taking calculated risks and dealing with ambiguity

Able to work independently and manage work to meet the internal and external audit deadlines

Must be able to work across an organisation and develop working relationships with key IT and business partners

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Salary for IT Auditor

75000 - 105000

25th percentile

75000

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.

50th percentile

95000

The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.

75th percentile

105000

The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialised certifications.

Salary range based on three percentiles The starting salaries represent gross yearly salaries. They do not include bonuses, benefits or Central Provident Fund.

Projected salaries for related positions

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25th percentile

50th percentile

75th percentile

IT Risk

90000

130000

190000

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