Experienced Assistant - Technology Risk - IT Audit
EY · Tbilisi
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.
The opportunity:
Our clients operate in a world where achieving and sustaining performance is more challenging than ever. As a risk assurance professional, you will focus on helping them better manage their risks. To successfully turn risk into results, you will assist our clients in becoming more effective at managing scarce resources, making better decisions, and reducing their exposure to negative events. You will work in high-performing teams that drive growth and deliver exceptional client service, ensuring you contribute to building a better working world.
As an ambassador for the IT Risk & Assurance team, you will need to build a strong internal network and exceed our clients' high expectations. We are seeking high-performing individuals who have been recognized for surpassing expectations.
Your key responsibilities:
- Support financial audit engagements through identifying systems, applications, and business processes relevant to financial reporting and audit scope;
- Testing of IT General Controls (ITGC), IT Application Controls (ITAC), and IT-Dependent Manual Controls (ITDM);
- Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of ITGC, ITAC, and ITDM controls in accordance with EY audit methodologies;
- Review system configurations, user access, and control evidence to support audit conclusions;
- Document audit procedures, testing results, and identified control deficiencies in compliance with engagement requirements;
- Support walkthroughs and discussions with client personnel to obtain an understanding of systems, processes, and controls;
- Assist in assessing the impact of control deficiencies on financial reporting risks.
- Prepare working papers and audit documentation in accordance with EY quality standards;
- Execute assigned audit areas independently and complete audit procedures within agreed timelines;
- Collaborate with financial audit and Technology Risk teams to support the delivery of high-quality assurance engagements;
- Stay informed of relevant auditing standards, technologies, and emerging risks affecting financial reporting environments.
Please Note: This role emphasizes IT audit and risk assessment activities and does not involve software development, extensive use of programming languages, or tasks such as penetration testing or the implementation of technical systems (e.g., SIEM, DLP).
Skills and attributes for success:
- A bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, engineering, business, finance, accounting or another related major;
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in IT audit, IT risk management, internal controls, IT operations, financial audit support or related project leadership;
- Highly professional with the ability to work in dynamic, diverse, and evolving client environments;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Georgian and English;
- Strong presentation and facilitation abilities to effectively communicate IT audit findings and recommendations;
- Experience with project management, information security, or IT operations based on large enterprise resource planning systems, such as SAP, would be considered an asset;
- Advanced data and evidence management, client management on remediation programs, and driving innovation and continuous improvement;
- Proven ability to adapt and learn in an innovative environment;
- A passion for contributing to the growth of the practice.
Ideally, you’ll also have:
- Experience in at least one of the following areas: financial statement audits, internal audits, operational audits, IT general controls assessments, Service Organization Control reporting engagements, and assessments against popular international standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, etc.);
- Related professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, or CIA, or actively pursuing them;
- Experience with reviewing and/or creating formal documents (e.g., policies, procedures, etc.) is a plus.
What we offer you:
- Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next, including studies for the internationally recognized qualifications (e.g., CISA, CISM, CISSP etc.), technical and soft skills training courses;
- Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way;
- Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs;
- Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs;
- EY offers a competitive remuneration package where you will be rewarded for your personal and team performance.
If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, apply now
Closing date: 26 October 2026
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