Job
Title: IT Audit Associate

Location: [Beijing, Shenzhen]
Department: IT Audit
Reports To: IT Audit Manager / Senior Associate

Job Summary

As an IT Audit Associate at Malone- Bailey, you will be part of a
dynamic team responsible for evaluating IT systems, controls, and risks to
ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., SOX) and industry best
practices. You will work closely with clients across industries to assess IT
governance, cybersecurity, and operational resilience while supporting
financial audit teams with IT-dependent controls testing.

Key Responsibilities

1. IT General Controls (ITGC)& Application Controls Testing:
• Execute audits of IT infrastructure (e.g., access controls, change management, system operations) and application-level controls (e.g., input/output validation, interfaces).
• Document test results, identify control gaps, and recommend remediation actions.
2. Risk Assessments &Compliance:
• Assist in evaluating IT risks related to business processes, cybersecurity, and data privacy.
• Support compliance audits for frameworks such as SOX, SOC 1/2.
3. Data Analytics &Automation:
• Utilize tools (e.g., ACL, SQL,
  Python, Power BI) to analyze large datasets for anomalies or control
  exceptions.
• Contribute to the development of automated audit scripts to enhance efficiency.
4. Client Engagement &Reporting:
• Prepare clear audit workpapers, reports, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Communicate findings to clients and propose actionable improvements.
5. Cross-functional Collaboration:
• Work with financial audit teams to align IT controls testing with financial statement audits.
• Support advisory projects (e.g., IT risk management, ERP security reviews).

Qualifications& Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related fields.
• Certifications (Preferred): CISA, CISSP, or willingness to pursue.
• Technical Skills:
• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and databases.
• Familiarity with IT frameworks (COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001).
• Basic scripting skills (SQL, Python) or data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI).
• Soft Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin, Japanese is preferred
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us?

• Gain exposure to global clients and cutting-edge IT audit methodologies.
• Structured career path with mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Opportunities for international assignments