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Junior IT Auditor

IT audit path · Governance, Audit & Compliance

Checks that systems follow regulations and standards and that IT risk is under control. A natural MIS fit because it blends business and technology.

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What the job involves

  • Tests system controls and access
  • Gathers evidence and documents workpapers
  • Assesses technology risk
  • Writes audit findings and recommendations
  • Follows findings until closed

Your path from this job

  1. Junior IT AuditorYou start as · 0–2 years

    Tests controls and gathers evidence within a team.

  2. IT Auditor2–5 years

    Leads audit engagements and writes reports.

  3. Audit Manager5–9 years

    Plans the audit programme and manages teams.

  4. Head of Audit / Risk9+ years

    Leads audit or risk for the organisation.

Years are approximate and vary by employer. What matters is that each stage builds on the last.

Where you'd work

Big audit firms and internal audit teams in banks, companies and government.

Skills you need

Governance frameworks such as COBITRisk managementSecurity basicsProfessional writingAttention to detail

Tools of the trade

ExcelGRC platformsACL / IDEAPower BISQL

Certification ladder

Tap any certification for details. You don't need them all: pick one per level based on where you work.

EntryStart here
IntermediateAfter about 2 years
AdvancedFor seniors

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