Head, IT Audit
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Moniepoint Incorporated is recruiting a Head, IT Audit in Lagos to lead technology risk, audit strategy, and a team covering infrastructure, applications, cloud, and cybersecurity controls. The role reports to the Chief Audit Officer and supports executive leadership and the Audit Committee.
- Reports to the Chief Audit Officer and leads the technology audit function.
- Covers IT governance, cybersecurity, cloud architecture, IAM, privacy, and regulatory compliance.
- Develops an annual, risk-based IT audit plan aligned with business objectives.
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Moniepoint Incorporated is recruiting a Head, IT Audit in Lagos to lead technology risk, audit strategy, and a team covering infrastructure, applications, cloud, and cybersecurity controls. The role reports to the Chief Audit Officer and supports executive leadership and the Audit Committee.
- Reports to the Chief Audit Officer and leads the technology audit function.
- Covers IT governance, cybersecurity, cloud architecture, IAM, privacy, and regulatory compliance.
- Develops an annual, risk-based IT audit plan aligned with business objectives.
- Presents audit findings, risk evaluations, and remediation plans to senior leadership.
- Leads and develops IT auditors and technical specialists.
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Head, IT Audit at Moniepoint Incorporated
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Oct 20, 2026, 9:18 AM
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Moniepoint Incorporated is a global business payments and banking platform and recently became QED Investors’ first investment in Africa. We are the partner of choice for over 600,000 businesses of all sizes, powering the dreams of SMBs and providing them with equal access to the tools they need to grow and scale.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head, IT Audit
Location: : Lagos
Department: Internal Audit
Reports to: Chief Audit Officer
About this role
The Director, IT Audit provides strategic leadership for the organization’s technology audit function. This executive role oversees comprehensive risk assessments, evaluates IT governance and cybersecurity controls, ensures strict regulatory compliance, and advises executive leadership and the Audit Committee on mitigating technology risks across enterprise infrastructure, applications, and cloud environments.
Key Accountabilities
- Governance & Compliance Frameworks: Evaluate alignment and compliance with industry frameworks including ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, SOC 2, and applicable data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, NDPR).
- Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Assessment: Direct complex audits covering network security, cloud architecture (Google/AWS), identity and access management (IAM), data privacy, and business continuity/disaster recovery.
- Executive Leadership & Governance: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of IT auditors and technical specialists. Foster continuous professional development and technical proficiency.
- Reporting & Stakeholder Management: Present audit findings, comprehensive risk evaluations, and practical remediation plans directly to the Chief Audit Officer and Senior Executive Management.
- Audit Strategy & Planning: Develop and execute an annual, risk-based IT audit plan aligned with corporate business objectives, regulatory requirements, and emerging technology trends.
- Continuous Monitoring & Analytics: Drive innovation by embedding automated audit techniques, data analytics, and continuous controls monitoring (CCM) into the overall audit lifecycle to enhance efficiency.
- What success looks like in this role
- Establishment of a robust, proactive, risk-based IT audit strategy that protects enterprise assets and cloud infrastructure.
- High-performing, technically proficient IT audit team delivering clear, high-impact evaluations and actionable remediation plans.
- Continuous integration of automated audit controls, analytics, and full compliance with industry regulatory standards and frameworks.
- Experience & Background
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) required. Additional credentials such as CRISC, CISM, CISSP, or CIA are highly desirable.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related quantitative discipline.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in IT auditing, technology risk management, or cybersecurity, including 4+ years in a senior leadership/management role.
- Deep technical understanding of cloud environments (Google & AWS), network infrastructure, database security, API, application controls, and IT General Controls (ITGCs).
- Skills & Competencies:
- Advanced predictive & prescriptive data analytics skills.
- Self-driven capacity, agility, customer obsession, professional skepticism, and urgency.
- Strong proficiency in risk assessment prowess and deep thinking.
- Exceptional stakeholder management, executive presence, oral and written communication, strategic problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
- Why join us
- Fully remote work culture and support for professional development
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and career growth opportunities.
- How to Apply
- Interested and qualified candidates should:
- Click here to apply online
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