Job Description
Main Purpose:
The Senior Auditor – IT, Networks & Data Analytics will be responsible for planning and executing risk-based audits across the telecom technology environment, with particular focus on IT systems, network infrastructure, cybersecurity, digital platforms, and data-driven assurance. The role will provide independent assurance over the design and effectiveness of controls supporting network availability, information security, system integrity, operational resilience, regulatory compliance, and technology-enabled business processes.
MTN Uganda Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is seeking to recruit a competent individual to fill the following position.
Job Title: Senior Auditor – IT, Network & Data
Reports to: Senior Manager – Technology Audit
No. of Vacancies: 1
Main Job Functions:
- Provide input into the combined assurance plan according to the strategic objectives and the associated risks
- Plans and executes financial and operational audit engagements as per the combined assurance plan and in accordance with MTN’s stipulated audit methodology.
- Reviews functions and activities to determine whether operations, policies, procedures, and other internal controls are established to achieve objectives.
- Determines the scope, nature and timing of audit activities;
- Designs audit procedures and programs;
- Holds opening conferences to communicate with auditees on issues related to the audits;
- Prepares audit planning memoranda for the supervisor’s approval;
- Assesses the risks inherent in the company’s business, financial, operational, and related activities.
- Determines the adequacy of established internal controls to prevent and/or detect errors and irregularities.
- Develops audit programs to facilitate the review of related controls and determine the operational efficiency of established controls.
- Executes audit engagements to test the effectiveness of established controls in line with approved audit programs
- Prepares audit reports with value-adding recommendations to enable the business to effectively manage key risks.
- Reports regularly to the supervisor on progress regarding financial, operational, and related audit assignments.
- Schedules and facilitates exit conferences with auditees to communicate audit results and agree on management actions.
- Completes allocated audit assignments on a timely basis, bearing in mind value addition to the business while meeting expected internal audit quality assurance standards.
- Facilitate the business in accelerated resolution of outstanding audit points through continuously engaging management on audit issues
- Advises management on an ongoing basis on financial and operational controls, compliance, and related issues to prevent costly errors and irregularities.
- Executes Continuous Controls Monitoring activities as scheduled in the Combined Assurance Plan.
- Represents Internal Audit on organizational project teams and at management and tender meetings to champion proactive risk management.
- Prepares summaries of audit work performed for review by supervisors & subsequent reporting to the Audit & Risk Committee of the Board.
- Performs related work as assigned by audit management.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Telecommunications, Data Science, Accounting, or a related field.
- Professional certification such as CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CIA, CISM, CEH, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is an added advantage.
Work Experience
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the area of specialization.
- Experience in internal audit or external audit (with a reputable audit firm) specializing in business process assurance, Information systems and operational audits.
- Strong experience in IT audit, network audit, cybersecurity assurance, telecom operations, data analytics, or technology risk management.
- Good understanding of telecom network architecture, IT general controls, cybersecurity frameworks, access controls, system interfaces, data governance, and business continuity.
- Practical experience using data analytics tools such as SQL, Python, Power BI, Excel, ACL, IDEA, or similar platforms.
- Strong analytical, report-writing, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
- Ability to translate technical findings into business-relevant risks, impacts, and actionable recommendations.
Skills / physical competencies:
- Attention to Detail
- Proficient in auditing and investigating
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Project management skills
- Strategic thinking, negotiation, and leadership skills
- Analytical + statistical skills
- Report writing skills
- Ability to communicate at all levels
- Presentation skills
- Customer focused
- Ability to motivate and mentor
- Stable work history
Female Applicants are strongly encouraged to Apply!
Note: In compliance to the Data Protection & Privacy Laws of Uganda, MTN Uganda will use your application documents for purposes for which they were intended for.
