Technology Audit Director

We are seeking a seasoned IT Audit Director to lead and elevate the IT audit function within one of Riyadh's top-tier organizations. Reporting directly to executive leadership, this role requires strategic vision, hands-on oversight, and a strong track record in managing audit, compliance, governance, and risk across large-scale IT operations.

Objective:

Lead and manage the audit department in accordance with approved audit strategy and objectives. The department manager is responsible to assess risks and design and implement risk-based audit engagements as approved in the annual audit plan to assess internal controls to mitigate risk, and assist the executive director in the preparation of
periodic internal audit reports to the Chief Audit Executive (CAE), management and the audit committee.

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop the department strategy in line with the overall Sector and business line strategies to ensure vertical alignment and effective cross-functional collaboration.

• Establish the department's scorecard and KPIs to achieve targeted goals, objectives, and enhance overall performance.

• Develop the annual department budget and contribute to the Sector budget to ensure adequate funding for planned activities.

• Develop and maintain policies and procedures relevant to the department, ensuring alignment with organizational standards, and recommend improvements for more effective implementation where needed.

• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and quality standards to maintain adherence, avoid violations, and protect the organization's interests.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills & Knowledge:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field with a minimum of 14 years of experience; or a Master's degree in IT or a related field with at least 12 years of experience.

• Professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, CISSP, or other related qualifications are preferred.

• Demonstrated experience in Information Technology Audit or Cybersecurity within the energy, power, or utilities sector, with a strong emphasis on technology operations.

• Core competencies include strong leadership, strategic foresight, empowerment, achievement drive, sound judgment, talent development, and commercial acumen.