Senior ICT Internal Auditor

Midlands State University is recruiting a Senior ICT Internal Auditor to assess technology risks, review information systems controls and lead ICT audit assignments. The role will also support risk-based audit planning and the use of data analytics in audit work.
Duties and responsibilities
• Assist the Chief Internal Auditor in preparing the annual risk-based audit plan.
• Define the scope of ICT audits and coordinate their execution.
• Assess ICT and information systems risks and provide independent opinions on control effectiveness.
• Review applications, networks, operating systems, data centres and IT processes.
• Evaluate how security vulnerabilities are identified and addressed.
• Examine general computing controls, policies and procedures and recommend improvements.
• Develop analytical tools using ACL, SQL and Excel queries.
• Prepare clear audit findings and draft reports in accordance with applicable standards.
• Support non-ICT auditors with technical audit procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or an equivalent discipline.
• Master’s degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or an equivalent discipline.
• Membership of a professional body such as IIA, ISACA or PAAB.
• At least four years of auditing experience.
• Holding or studying towards CIA, CISA, CFE or an equivalent auditing qualification is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, procedures and relevant legislation.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and accounting software.
• Sound independent judgement and strong organisational, communication and teamwork skills.

How to apply

Email your application pack as a single merged PDF to:
vxxxxxxxx@staff.msu.ac.zw
Email subject: Senior ICT Internal Auditor
Closing date: 2 November 2026.
Failure to follow the application instructions will result in automatic disqualification.