Summary
Deloitte Middle East is hiring an Associate in Tech Assurance in Riyadh. The role supports risk-based IT control assessments and testing, SOC 1 and SOC 2 reporting, SOX audits, client walkthroughs, and documentation of findings and remediation plans. Applicants need a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 1–2 years of experience in IT audit, IT risk, or IT assurance; pursuing or planning relevant certifications is expected. Strong English communication skills are required, Arabic is a plus, and regional travel may be required.
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About Deloitte:
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- Lead the way
- Serve with integrity
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During your tenure as an Associate in Tech Assurance, you will demonstrate and develop your capabilities in the following areas:
- Execute risk-based assessments and control testing engagements, including General IT Controls (GITC) and IT Application Controls (ITAC).
- Participate in client walkthroughs to understand IT environments, systems, and processes.
- Participate in Third-Party Assurance reporting assignments, including SOC 1 (ISAE 3402) and SOC 2 reporting across diverse industries.
- Support SOX audits by evaluating IT controls over financial reporting.
- Execute testing of IT infrastructure, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and business applications.
- Document control assessments, testing results, and findings in line with Deloitte’s methodology.
- Assist in the development and implementation of remediation plans for control deficiencies.
- Draft and tailor proposals and RFP responses.
- Assist in the preparation of client deliverables, reports, and presentations.
- Develop your understanding of regional IT regulations and risk trends.
- Maintain an attitude of continuous learning and demonstrate initiative in building technical knowledge.
- Work closely with senior team members to deliver high-quality services within timelines and budget.
- Contribute to an inclusive and collaborative team culture by supporting colleagues and sharing knowledge.
Leadership capabilities:
- Delivers Quality and Risk Excellence: Pays attention to detail and ensures that all work meets Deloitte’s quality standards.
- Builds Relationships: Collaborates effectively with team members and communicates openly and respectfully with clients.
- Drives Continuous Improvement: Seeks feedback and proactively improves knowledge and performance.
- Acts with Integrity: Upholds professional ethics, confidentiality, and compliance with Deloitte’s Code of Conduct.
- Demonstrates Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned tasks and delivers work in a timely and dependable manner.
- Communicates Effectively: Clearly expresses ideas and actively listens to others.
- Embraces Diverse Perspectives: Supports an inclusive team environment and values diverse viewpoints and backgrounds.
- Demonstrates ability to apply AI in an audit context to improve efficiency and quality (e.g., relevant use cases), including prompt engineering fundamentals and structured problem-solving.
- Exercises professional scepticism when using AI-generated outputs—validates accuracy, completeness, and appropriateness before use in audit documentation/workpapers.
- Understands responsible AI expectations in professional services, including governance/risk considerations, confidentiality and data integrity, and use of firm-approved AI tools (including
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or a related field.
- 1–2 years of relevant experience in IT audit, IT risk, or IT assurance (experience in a professional services or consulting environment is a plus).
- Pursuing or planning to pursue certifications such as CISA, CPA, CIA, or CISSP.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with data analytics or audit software is a plus.
- Willingness to travel within the Middle East region as required by engagements.
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