Audit Consultant (Technology Audit & Governance) (Arabic candidate )

Audit Consultant (Technology Audit & Governance)

Location: Doha, Qatar
Employment Type: Full-Time / Contract

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Audit Consultant with a strong background in Internal Audit, Technology Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, and Governance . The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting audit engagements, assessing internal controls, evaluating technology risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing recommendations to improve operational effectiveness and governance practices.

The ideal candidate must possess proven local experience in Qatar , preferably within the Government or Semi-Government sector , hold a recognized professional audit certification , and demonstrate strong expertise in auditing technology environments, information systems, and IT governance frameworks. Arabic language proficiency is mandatory.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute internal audits, compliance reviews, risk assessments, and technology audits.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of financial, operational, and IT-related internal controls.
• Assess compliance with organizational policies, government regulations, and industry standards.
• Review information systems, business applications, cybersecurity controls, and IT governance processes.
• Identify control weaknesses, compliance gaps, and operational inefficiencies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare detailed audit reports, findings, recommendations, and management presentations.
• Support the implementation and enhancement of governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Monitor remediation activities and ensure timely closure of audit findings.
• Coordinate with business units, management, and external stakeholders throughout audit engagements.
• Conduct special investigations and advisory reviews as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification is mandatory , such as:
  • CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)
  • CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
  • ACCA
  • CMA
  • CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) – Highly Preferred
• Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies, risk management, compliance, governance, and internal control frameworks.
• Knowledge of industry standards and frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST, and IT Governance best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and audit management tools.

Mandatory Requirements

• Proven local experience within Qatar.
• Government or Semi-Government sector experience is highly preferred.
• Professional audit certification is mandatory.
• Arabic language proficiency is mandatory.
• Strong technology/IT audit background is mandatory.
• Experience auditing enterprise applications, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity controls, and digital transformation initiatives.

Experience Required

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in Internal Audit, IT Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, or Governance.
• Demonstrated experience in government, regulatory, or highly regulated environments.
• Experience conducting audits of ERP systems, business applications, databases, networks, cloud environments, and cybersecurity controls.
• Experience in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) programs is preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong report writing and presentation capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple audit assignments simultaneously.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to professional standards.
• Ability to provide practical recommendations that enhance governance, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity, information security, and technology risk management practices.