GIA IT Audit Specialist - req37226

Job Summary World Bank Group – Group Internal Audit (GIA) helps protect and enhance World Bank Group processes by providing independent, objective, and insightful risk‑based assurance and advisory services. At the Audit Specialist level, IT Audit specialists contribute to assurance and advisory engagements across a broad range of technology domains and strategic initiatives. Job #: req37226 Organization: World Bank Sector: Audit Grade: GF Term Duration: 4 years Recruitment Type: International Recruitment Location: Washington, DC, United States Required Language(s): English Closing Date: 7/10/2026 at 11:59pm UTC The Role IT Audit professionals at the Audit Specialist level contribute to assurance and advisory engagements across a broad range of technology domains and strategic initiatives. The role is designed for experienced professionals who can independently assess risks, execute audit procedures, and develop clear, practical, and risk‑based insights in complex, technology‑enabled environments. Key Responsibilities Lead sections of risk assessments of business units, processes, and technologies to inform audit planning. Manage multiple audit and advisory engagements in parallel, including leading assigned workstreams with limited supervision. Execute audit procedures across areas such as technology governance, cybersecurity, cloud and hybrid environments, data governance, enterprise platforms, and digital transformation initiatives. Assess risks and controls related to emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), automation, APIs, and modern application architectures. Develop process documentation, control narratives, audit work programs, and testing approaches. Perform control testing, conduct stakeholder interviews, and document audit results. Draft clear findings and develop practical, risk‑based insights for management consideration. Contribute to integrated audits that span business processes, systems, data, and technology domains. Use data analytics, automation, and technology‑enabled audit techniques to enhance risk assessment, testing, and insight generation. Selection Criteria At least 5 years of experience in IT audit, technology risk, cybersecurity, digital assurance, or related advisory roles, preferably in complex environments such as financial institutions, consulting firms, or international organizations. Master’s degree or equivalent experience; Bachelor’s degree may be considered in lieu of a master’s. CISA certification required; other relevant certifications such as CISSP, CRISC, CISM, CIA, or cloud/security certifications are strongly preferred. Experience supporting audits, advisory engagements, or projects involving technology‑enabled processes, system implementations, or digital transformation initiatives. Practical exposure to key risk domains such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, data protection, and identity and access management. Awareness of emerging technology risks, including AI governance, automation, cloud adoption, cyber resilience, and third‑party risk. Good understanding of enterprise technology environments, including infrastructure, applications, data, and secure development practices. Experience using data analytics or other technology‑enabled audit techniques to support assurance activities. Ability to identify and assess risks related to evolving threat landscapes, including ransomware, data privacy, and operational resilience. Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to synthesize information and communicate clearly. Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, with a collaborative, adaptable, and learning‑oriented mindset. Effective oral and written communication skills. Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset, openness to feedback, and willingness to develop expertise in evolving business, technology, and risk environments while working collaboratively across functions. WBG Culture Attributes Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders. Thoughtful risk‑taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results. World Bank Group Core Competencies / Benefits The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr The World Bank Group