Senior IT & Information Security Auditor

First Abu Dhabi Bank

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in audits covering Group Technology and Information Security across UAE and international FAB entities.
• Execute audits in line with the approved Annual Audit Plan, reporting any delays or changes promptly.
• Perform evaluations of risk identification, governance, IT controls, and process robustness across Technology and Information Security functions.
• Assess adequacy of risk management, change controls, cybersecurity protocols, data protection, IT operations, availability, and resilience.
• Verify that systems, data, and transaction processing meet required reliability, integrity, and availability standards.
• Ensure FAB s technology assets are safeguarded and resources are used effectively.

Risk Assessment & Audit Universe Management

• Maintain and update the Audit Universe for all Group Technology and Information Security units.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments of all technology process streams, identifying emerging risks and recommending enhancements.
• Promote regular self-assessment of risks and controls within business units.

Reporting & Documentation

• Review audit working papers, ensure high-quality documentation, and finalize reports within three weeks of fieldwork completion.
• Negotiate and agree on Management Action Plans with stakeholders to address audit findings.
• Prepare functional reports that meet FAB s quality, accuracy, and policy standards.

Stakeholder Management & Advisory

• Act as Audit Business Partner for Technology and Information Security leadership.
• Attend regular meetings with Line Managers to identify emerging risks and align on audit expectations.
• Provide governance, risk management, and control advisory to unit management based on best practices.
• Follow up with management to ensure timely and complete implementation of action plans.

People Leadership

• Provide guidance, mentoring, and on-the-job training to junior auditors.
• Promote a values-driven, ethical culture within the audit team.
• Lead knowledge-sharing sessions and support team development.

Policies, Systems & Continuous Improvement

• Follow all GIA policies, procedures, and practice notes in audit execution.
• Recommend improvements to GIA methodology based on industry standards and regulatory expectations.
• Drive continuous improvement in audit processes, tools, and techniques.
• Maintain audit programs in the central audit management system.

Other Responsibilities

• Support special investigations and reviews as assigned by senior audit leadership.
• Monitor department activities to ensure adherence to budget requirements.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure all audit issues are followed up until fully closed.

Skills Set

• IT audit and cybersecurity audit
• Risk assessment & governance
• Technology controls evaluation
• Process improvement
• Stakeholder engagement
• Report writing & root cause analysis
• Leadership & team mentoring
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks for IT & cyber risk