RAKBANK
AVP, IT Audit
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 10 - 15 yrs
Job expiry date: 28/11/2026
Job overview
Date posted
14/10/2026
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
Undisclosed
Compensation
Comprehensive package
Experience
10 - 15 yrs
Seniority
Senior & Lead
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
28/11/2026
Job description
Reporting to the Head of Technology Audit, this AVP in Group Internal Audit at the DSO office in Dubai plans and runs risk-based IT audits from start to finish. Each audit has to land within its man-day budget, from planning and fieldwork artefacts to the final report. Coverage reaches across IT and cybersecurity controls, resilience and continuity, and emerging technologies the bank has adopted, such as blockchain and AI. First- and Second-Line risk management over these areas also needs your assessment and comment. Judgement matters, weighing material gaps against the maturity of the control environment while keeping auditee relationships constructive. Beyond planned audits, regulator-mandated reviews can arrive at short notice. Audit Universe design, evidence review for action plan closure, and GIA transformation initiatives involving new workflow tools, AI and data analytics round out the role. Expect to bring 10 to 12 years in audit or information security within banking, ideally with UAE or GCC banks, plus a certification such as CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CIA, CCSP, AAIA or ISO 42001.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Plan and execute technology audits end to end within budgeted man-days
- Complete pre- and post-fieldwork audit artefacts, including reports
- Judge material gaps against the maturity of the control environment and business
- Maintain strong working relationships with auditees while managing conflicts
- Mentor and delegate effectively to audit team members
- Present complex findings as clear, simple executive messages
- Evaluate First- and Second-Line risk management over IT, cybersecurity, resilience and emerging technology controls
- Assess the completeness of entities, systems and data in the IT Audit Universe for the assigned portfolio
- Review evidence submitted for the closure of audit action plans
- Lead GIA transformation initiatives, including new workflow tooling, teach-in sessions and AI or data analytics testing approaches
- Brief the Head of Technology Audit on material outcomes, upcoming challenges and forward plans
- Balance planned audits with unplanned, regulator-mandated reviews
- Engage divisions across the bank to identify areas facing technology risk
- Recommend improvements to audit and operational activities
- Collaborate with departmental Heads and VPs to drive continuous improvement
- Monitor macro-economic, technology and regulatory developments and reprioritize audit coverage as needed
- Pursue professional development aligned with career goals and department needs
Experience & skills
- Hold a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, Accounting or a related field
- Possess one or more recognized certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CIA, CCSP, AAIA or ISO 42001
- Bring 10 to 12 years of experience in Audit or Information Security within banks and financial institutions
- Understand local laws, regulations, international frameworks and best practices
- Know audit principles, methodologies and the latest IIA standards in depth
- Build credible working relationships with senior stakeholders
- Show experience leading and delivering annual audit plans and initiatives
- Prepare and present complex risk commentary to senior executives
- Negotiate and mediate effectively with auditees
- Offer experience with UAE or regional GCC banks (an advantage)