On behalf of our client, a Global FinTech Firm, GRS Recruitment are seeking an IT Internal Auditor in Dubai. The ideal candidate will focus on technology, information security, and IT governance audits across our regulated business entities - spanning banking, virtual assets (VASPs), and investment services. You will conduct technology risk-based regulatory audits, identify infrastructure vulnerabilities, and embed robust technical controls directly into the DNA of our operations. Your IT audit work across our regulated entities ensures our infrastructure, DevOps pipelines, and core platforms stand up to intense regulatory scrutiny and cybersecurity threats. The candidate’s foresight and strategic insights directly determine whether our high-growth products stay online, secure, and compliant in a heavily regulated global market. If you feel you have the necessary skills, please apply for this role.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBITLIES
- Evaluate internal technology controls across IT governance, system security, and data protection to ensure we consistently meet regulatory expectations.
- Conduct rigorous IT audits across regulated banking, VASP, and investment service entities, keeping our infrastructure and DevOps pipelines aligned with the fintech compliance landscape.
- Audit specialized core systems, including banking platforms, VASP wallets, cryptographic key management, and algorithmic trading systems to mitigate operational risks.
- Identify security and compliance vulnerabilities, proactively highlighting areas for improvement to prevent cybersecurity breaches, regulatory penalties, and system downtime.
- Track global tech-regulation standards (such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, and DORA) to keep ahead of international technology risk developments.
- Collaborate with internal engineering and InfoSec teams to ensure technical controls are seamlessly integrated into daily workflows.
- Report tech risk audit findings and cyber posture insights directly to senior management and audit committees.
- Drive IT remediation plans to completion, ensuring the risk of technological failure or non-compliance is kept to an absolute minimum.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- 5+ years in IT audit or technology compliance. Ideally with experience gained inside a regulated fintech, banking, investment services, or VASP environment.
- Deep understanding of IT regulatory frameworks. You know your way around technology risk guidelines, cybersecurity mandates, and frameworks like DORA.
- Strong technical auditing skills. You have proven experience auditing cloud environments (AWS/GCP), containerized systems (Kubernetes/Docker), IAM, encryption standards, or blockchain tech.
- Certified professional. You hold a degree in CS, Cybersecurity, or IT, backed by a CISA certification (CRISC, CISM, or CISSP are big pluses).
- Analytical and highly collaborative. You can dissect complex technical architectures, present actionable insights, and speak the language of both software engineers and senior leadership.
- Clear communicator. Excellent spoken and written English, with the integrity and discretion required to handle sensitive compliance matters.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
- €55,000 - €60,000 Gross Per Annum
- Salary will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and skills. The advertised salary range is indicative, any offer will reflect the successful candidate’s suitability.
Due to the high volume of applications, we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to
Michelle Cooper, michellec@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call +356 99998272.
