IT Audit Officer at Kuda Bank Full Time

Job Title: IT Audit Officer

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time

Role Overview

• We are seeking an IT Audit Officer to support our audit team on a 12 month maternity contract.
• The successful candidate will support in assessing IT systems, applications, infrastructure, and cybersecurity controls.
• The role involves conducting risk assessments, reviewing IT policies for compliance with regulatory standards, and identifying control gaps to recommend improvements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing IT audits of applications, infrastructure, and cybersecurity controls.
• Help in the review of IT policies, procedures, and compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., CBN, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS).
• Conduct walkthroughs and risk assessments of IT systems and processes.
• Support the audit team in identifying control gaps and recommending process improvements.
• Document audit findings using Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, etc., for reporting and presentations.
• Participate in the follow-up process to ensure timely implementation of audit recommendations.
• Engage in cross-functional reviews—financial, operations, compliance, IT, and investigation.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Accounting, or a related field.
• 0-3 years’ experience in an Internal Audit role
• Basic understanding of IT Controls, Information Security, or IT audit roles within the financial services industry.
• Familiarity with auditing frameworks (e.g., COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001) will be an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Meet, Forms).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in auditing.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.