European IT Internal Auditor

Main purpose of job

To provide independent assurance over technology risks, IT governance and IT controls across Provident Europe and IPF Digital by planning and delivering risk-based IT internal audits, identifying control improvements and supporting the organisation in strengthening its technology control environment.

Key accountabilities

• Plan and deliver risk-based IT internal audits across Provident Europe and IPF Digital to provide independent assurance over the effectiveness of IT governance, IT risks and technology controls.
• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of IT General Controls, cybersecurity, cloud, third-party technology and technology governance processes to identify control weaknesses and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare clear, evidence-based audit documentation, findings and reports to support management in implementing practical and sustainable control enhancements.
• Perform risk assessments and contribute to the annual audit planning process to ensure emerging technology risks and regulatory developments are appropriately reflected in the audit universe.
• Monitor and validate the implementation of agreed management actions to confirm that identified risks are adequately mitigated.
• Build effective working relationships with business and technology stakeholders across the Group to facilitate efficient audit delivery and promote a strong control culture.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of technology, cybersecurity, financial services regulations and industry best practices to ensure audit work remains relevant and aligned with evolving risks.
• Take ownership of assigned audit engagements, delivering high-quality outputs within agreed timelines while maintaining independence, objectivity and professional standards.

Knowledge, skills and experience

Qualifications:

• University degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or another relevant discipline.
• Professional qualification such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, CISM or CIA is an advantage.

Knowledge:

• Good understanding of IT General Controls (ITGCs).
• Knowledge of IT governance frameworks and technology risk management.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and information security controls.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies and third-party technology risks.
• Understanding of financial services regulations affecting technology, including DORA and related ICT risk requirements.
• Knowledge of internal auditing principles, methodologies and professional standards.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent problem-solving capability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare concise, high-quality audit reports.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Ability to work independently within an international environment.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.

Essential Functional / Technical Skills:

• IT Internal Audit.
• IT General Controls (ITGC) testing.
• Technology risk assessment.
• Cybersecurity control assessment.
• IT governance reviews.
• Third-party and cloud risk assessments.
• Audit documentation and report writing.
• Regulatory compliance reviews.
• Data analytics and audit tools (advantage).

Experience:

• 3–5 years' experience in IT Internal Audit, External IT Audit, IT Risk, IT Controls or IT Compliance.
• Experience within financial services is preferred.
• Experience working across multiple stakeholders and functions.
• Experience delivering audit assignments with limited supervision.

Other:

• Fluent written and spoken English.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.

Top 5 Essential Criteria

1. Experience in IT Internal Audit, IT Risk or IT Controls.

2. Strong understanding of IT General Controls and technology risk management.

3. Ability to independently deliver high-quality audit assignments.

4. Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.

5. Fluent English with the ability to communicate effectively in an international environment.

What’s in it for you?

• Annual bonus (depending on the business and individual performance)
• A medical subscription to one of our medical partners, Regina Maria or Medicover
• Meal vouchers of 30 lei per voucher
• Possibility to work in a hybrid system
• 21 days of vacation, plus 4 additional days of wellbeing
• Days off for seniority in the company
• A day off on your birthday
• Financial benefits for special events
• Discounts at various partners (Orange, Samsung, dental clinics, banking institutions)
• A welcoming and friendly office in the city center, near Parcul Tineretului

You will also enjoy personal and professional development programs:

• Induction program - 3 months of role-based learning, applied trainings and Buddy assigned for easy onboarding process
• Mentoring program - development sessions with relevant professionals in various areas of expertise
• Wellbeing program - networking and social events and actions
• Training and development opportunities - courses and learning opportunities on various topics through Provident Academy, technical trainings, talent growth and succession programs.