Information Technology Specialized Assurance Consultants
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Job Description
Deloitte is a leading global provider of audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax and related services. Our global network of member firms and related entities in more than 150 countries and territories (collectively, the “Deloitte organization”) serves four out of five Fortune Global 500® companies. Learn how Deloitte’s approximately 312,000 people make an impact that matters at www.deloitte.com.
About the Division
The value that Deloitte Information Technology Specialized Assurance Africa creates for organisations is synonymous with operational excellence. Our five business areas work in unison to provide integrated solutions unique to the organisational requirements of any business.
Deloitte Cyber Risk Services provides industry-tailored solutions, using demonstrated methodologies and tools in a consistent manner, with the goal of enabling on-going, secure, and reliable operations across the enterprise.
Job Description
About the Job
Support resource to Engagement team in delivery of services to / at client premises on delegated engagements / projects. Focus on the delivery of client engagements. Understands how daily tasks contributes to the priorities of the business. Understand the firm’s purpose & values and explores opportunities for impact.
Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Impact
Under guidance, supports the delivery efforts of the engagement team in area of competency
Seeks to understand how to identify prospective sales opportunities
Conducts research for engagements/ projects as delegated and provides meaningful analysis / output for review
Gathers information through networking and research to understand broader offerings of Deloitte and awareness of opportunities for cross-selling
Researches innovation and trends related to business, industry and economy as directed by team for use in enhancement of service offerings
Raises ideas to address issues arising that may enhance / renew service offerings to client
Identifies possible opportunities for follow-on work and advise management
Budgets / Profitability
Submits any billing, expense claims and timesheets on time
Risk Assessment and Mitigation
Ability to effectively perform the technical components of risk assessments to provide an accurate view of the client’s current risk state
Applies Deloitte’s risk frameworks, tools, and processes (e.g., Risk Intelligence Program Methodology, Risk Intelligence Map, Risk Intelligence Diagnostic) to effectively map and organize client’s data
Leverages an understanding of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), and risk assessment techniques to analyze client’s data and assess risks
Business Process Assessment and Design
·Ability to perform end-to-end business process analyses and design
Analyzes client’s artifacts and data to accurately design current state business processes
Applies quantitative and qualitative techniques (e.g., cycle-time analysis, Statistical Process Controls, Fishbone, benchmarking) and a solid knowledge of industry regulations (e.g., SOX, Basel) to identify process inefficiencies, risks, and control gaps
Designs TO-BE business processes that include new and optimized metrics and controls
Improves efficiency and efficacy of process analysis and design by leveraging technologies (e.g., Open Text, Visio, iGrafix)
Internal Controls and Design
Ability to assess and design internal controls by applying an understanding of internal control design frameworks and regulatory requirements
Assesses and designs internal controls, leveraging appropriate frameworks (e.g. COSO) and enabling technologies / tools
Enables effective control sets analysis by researching leading practices and benchmarking data
Supports analysis and development of policies and procedures by researching relevant regulations (e.g., Sarbanes-Oxley Act, J-SOX, Safe Harbor Act)
Data Analytics and Technology
Ability to gather, synthesize, and analyze data using appropriate tools and technologies
Keeps in mind engagement goals when selecting datasets
Understands the front-to-end data analysis process
Executes the Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) steps, including: assessing client’s datasets, identifying missing data, correcting errors, and loading into the appropriate platform(s)
Performs data analysis leveraging appropriate techniques (e.g., SQL, SAS, R)
Operates comfortably with several data analysis and visualization technologies
Knows the Business and the Industry
Ability to understand the client’s business, interpret sector trends, and learn leading practices
Stays current on business trends and industry practices
Conducts research on economic, sector, and market conditions to better understand the client’s needs
Applies business and industry experience to assigned areas of responsibilities
Global Mindset
Ability to effectively interact with colleagues and clients of varying backgrounds to effectively serve clients
Keeps up-to-date on local and global economic trends relevant to client and Deloitte
Develops positive working relationships with cross-geography team members and practitioners to enhance service delivery
Thinks outside of own Member Firm to identify relevant points of view, qualifications, and approaches
Is responsive to requests from across the organization for Intellectual Property or insights
Executes Assurance Engagements
Ability to enhance quality of assurance engagements by identifying risks, performing testing, researching governing regulations, and developing reports
Uses industry leading frameworks and tools to analyze client’s documentation and identify risks that require control assurance
Tests validity of client’s historical financial and non-financial information, leveraging relevant standards (e.g. ISAE 3000), as appropriate
Articulates client’s regulatory framework by leveraging Deloitte’s proprietary approaches and applicable audit standards and guidelines
Develops assurance reports to accurately present risks, related controls, and the effectiveness of those controls
Ensures findings and recommendations are aligned with the audit objectives by keeping in mind the engagement business context when performing technical work
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications
Be in possession of a relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business and/or other related major.
CISA, CISSP, CEH, CCNA, PMP, MCP and/or other relevant professional certifications are an advantage.
Relevant work experience desirable. SAP, Oracle Financials, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards or any ERP controls experience preferable.
Good knowledge of IT frameworks and standards such as COBIT, COSO, ITIL, ISO 27000, PRINCE2, CMMI, TOGAF, PMBOK etc.
Strong technical abilities in audit methodologies, technology platforms, information security, and change management.
Excellent presentation and communication skills proven through extensive proposal/report writing experience.
Ability to think creatively, generate innovative ideas, challenge the status quo and deliver effectively with what can often be ambiguous requirements
