Lead IT Audit Professional – Senior Leadership Role

About the role

KPMG in Cyprus is seeking an accomplished Lead IT Audit Professional to provide technical, operational and audit‑quality leadership across a portfolio of technology‑enabled audit engagements. This senior leadership opportunity combines deep technology‑risk expertise with strong audit judgment, disciplined delivery and the ability to inspire high‑performing teams.

Key responsibilities

• Lead planning, scoping, execution and completion of IT audit work across diverse engagements.
• Determine and challenge the appropriate IT audit approach, ensuring procedures address identified risks and deliver sufficient evidence.
• Oversee work on IT general controls, automated application controls, IT‑dependent controls, system‑generated information, data migration and cybersecurity matters.
• Identify, evaluate and communicate technology risks and control deficiencies and their impact on financial statement audits.
• Supervise engagements, managing scope, quality, budgets, resources and milestones.
• Coach and develop IT audit professionals, fostering professional skepticism and continuous learning.
• Champion the use of audit technology, data analytics and emerging tools to enhance quality and insight.

Required profile

• University degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Accounting, Finance, Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional qualification such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, CRISC, CIA, ACA or ACCA is an advantage.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive experience in external IT audit, technology risk or digital assurance, with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of how technology risks affect financial reporting and external audit.
• Excellent written and spoken Greek and English.

Required skills

• IT general controls
• Application controls
• Cloud platforms
• Cybersecurity
• Data analytics
• Audit technology tools

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package including a 13th salary and performance‑based bonus.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing programmes (occupational psychologist, doctor, gym benefits).
• Hybrid working model with flexible hours and reduced‑hour options in summer.
• Generous paid leave, maternity/paternity benefits and global mobility opportunities.
• Continuous career development and advancement within a growing specialist practice.