Senior Information Technology Auditor

About the Role

Aljazira Bank is seeking a Senior Information Technology Auditor to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves supporting the execution of technology and cybersecurity audits. The position provides independent assurance that technology risks are appropriately managed and regulatory requirements are met within the banking and financial services sector.

Role Purpose

The Senior Information Technology Auditor evaluates the effectiveness of IT governance, information security controls, cyber resilience, infrastructure, applications, cloud environments, and technology operations. This includes assessing compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute technology and cybersecurity audits in accordance with the approved annual audit plan.
• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of IT general controls (ITGCs) and application controls.
• Review cybersecurity governance, identity and access management, network security, endpoint security, cloud security, vulnerability management, incident response, and security monitoring.
• Evaluate IT infrastructure, databases, operating systems, cloud platforms, and disaster recovery/business continuity controls.
• Assess compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry standards (*, SAMA Cyber Security Framework, NCA ECC, ISO 27001, NIST).
• Perform risk assessments, identify control gaps, and recommend practical improvements.
• Prepare clear audit working papers, reports, and presentations for management.
• Follow up on audit findings and validate the implementation of agreed action plans.
• Support investigations, special reviews, and advisory engagements related to technology and cybersecurity.
• Stay current with emerging cyber threats, technology risks, and leading audit practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in IT Audit, Cyber Security Audit, Information Security, or Technology Risk.
• Experience within banking, financial services, or a regulated environment is highly preferred.
• Relevant professional certifications are preferred.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, within the financial services industry.