Cybersecurity and Data Analytics Audit Specialist

About the role

RS Stanron Chartered Accountants Inc is looking for an experienced Cybersecurity and Data Analytics Audit Specialist to support a public‑sector assurance engagement. The role combines deep cybersecurity expertise with advanced data‑analytics capabilities to strengthen audit processes and detect fraud.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and infrastructure security reviews.
• Perform cloud security evaluations and operational‑technology risk analyses.
• Develop and maintain data‑extraction scripts, dashboards, and reporting tools for audit teams.
• Apply cybersecurity data analytics to continuous auditing, control testing, and fraud detection.
• Collaborate with internal auditors to integrate technical findings into audit reports.

Required profile

• Minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or a related field.
• Seven or more years of professional experience in cybersecurity.
• Demonstrated experience with operational technology environments.
• Strong background in audit‑focused cybersecurity analytics.

Required skills

• CISM, CISSP, CEH, OSCP or CHFI certification.
• ACDA, ACL Scripting or Certified Arbutus Analytics Professional certification.
• Proficiency in scripting, data extraction, and dashboard‑reporting.
• Experience with vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, infrastructure and cloud security.