Manager, Internal Audit Quality and Excellence (IT Audits)

Job Overview

Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) is seeking a Manager, Internal Audit Quality and Excellence specializing in IT Audits in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This critical role involves enhancing the quality and effectiveness of internal audit functions, with a particular focus on IT systems and processes, to ensure compliance and operational excellence within the company’s leading clean energy initiatives.

Company Overview

Established in 2006, Masdar is a global clean energy leader, transforming how the world produces and consumes energy through bold innovation and commercial excellence. Jointly owned by TAQA, ADNOC, and Mubadala, Masdar is a clean energy investor, developer, and operator, advancing renewable energy projects across key markets and technologies. The company is driving the scale-up of renewables worldwide, targeting a portfolio capacity of 100GW by 2030.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Market Competitive
• Job Type: Contract
• Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience: 5 Year+

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement internal audit quality assurance and improvement programs specifically for IT audits.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and reporting of IT audit engagements, ensuring adherence to professional standards and methodologies.
• Provide expert guidance and support to the internal audit team on IT risks, controls, and emerging technologies.
• Identify opportunities for enhancing audit efficiency and effectiveness through the adoption of new technologies and best practices.
• Collaborate effectively with IT and business stakeholders to address audit findings and promote a robust control environment.
• Ensure strict adherence to all relevant regulations, internal policies, and internal audit guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in internal audit, with a strong focus on IT audit.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CRISC, or equivalent are highly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of IT control frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ITIL) and cybersecurity principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced, and multicultural environment.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in clean energy and sustainable development.
• Engage in challenging and impactful projects related to critical IT infrastructure and innovation.
• Significant professional growth and development opportunities within a leading organization.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Competitive compensation package aligned with industry standards (Market Competitive).
• Contribute directly to a sustainable future and global energy transformation efforts.