IT and Specialised Assurance

What impact will you make? 

Deloitte presents you with an opportunity to make an impact that matters on our clients, or communities and to each other. Our graduates have thrived thanks to our dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration and high performance. As the undisputed leader in professional services, Deloitte is where you will find unrivalled opportunities to succeed and realize your full potential. 

What will you do? 

As a graduate on the ITSA graduate programme, you will be exposed to global best practice in a multi-disciplinary environment. You can expect on-going learning, development, and support as you launch your career. The ITSA team provides the above array of technology assurance solutions to a wide range of clients across various industries, including Energy, Financial Services, Consumer and Telecoms etc.  You will have the opportunity to work directly with engagement teams delivering unique solutions to clients where we expect you to bring your ideas, creativity, and passion for excellence as you make an impact that matters 

If you are in your final year, or have recently completed the following preferred degrees we would love to hear from you: 

• B Comm (Information Technology & Sciences, Accounting (Non CA route), Internal Audit) 

• BSc (Computer Science, Information Systems) 

• B (Information Sciences, Industrial Engineering & Psychology)  

Candidates with Azure, Google and/or AWS Practitioner Certification and ICASA certification or who have an interest in obtaining such qualification will be successful in this role. 

If you are undertaking (or have recently completed) studies towards postgraduate qualification(s) in any of the above preferred areas, we would also love to hear from you. 

An academic average of 65% is the minimum required.  

Experience 

• No prior work experience is required. We prefer recent graduates, therefore we will prioritise candidates with less than two years of post-graduation work experience.  

Technical Competencies 

Competencies expected of recent graduates

• Good verbal communication and presentation skills 

• Competent use of Microsoft 365 and a working knowledge of off the shelf ERP systems 

• Information technology background supported by related qualification 

• Design of end-to-end technology solutions.  

• Indept understanding of cyber security and protocols  

• Analytical and critical thinker who is able to solve “real world” problems, using technology to build systems that allow for quicker and smarter responses to changes in dynamic and complex environments. 

• Awareness of emerging technologies and how they shape our world 

• Research minded 

• Ability to implement, maintain and support enterprise systems.

Competencies that will be acquired through the graduate programme inter alia: 

• Understanding of risk management processes

•  Uses prescribed tools and methodologies to carry out work assigned, and document work performed.  

• Fully complies with Audit Quality requirements. 

• Ability to effectively perform the technical components of risk assessments to provide an accurate view of the client’s current risk state. 

• Understands and follows Deloitte policies; drives quality in all areas of assigned responsibility. 

Expected to develop an understanding of the following:  

•  IT Strategy 

• IT Architecture 

• Operating Model and Organisational Structures 

• Gain industry experience (i.e., FSI, Teleco, and Consumer business) 

• Demonstrate an understanding of Governance, Risk and Compliance Domain. 

• Demonstrate an understanding of GRC Software tools and their benefits. 

• Demonstrate an understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). 

• Develop an understanding of the Deloitte Project assurance methodology. 

• Ability to collect and assess evidence for project assurance governance testing (i.e., Risk, registers, project charters, project plans 

• Ability to learn and apply the Deloitte audit methodology. 

• Ability to execute a business cycle review audit program for testing automated controls, interface controls, IPE & IUC.   

• Ability to work closely with project managers to prepare action plans, budgets and perform administrative duties such as maintaining project documentation.  

• Ability to collect and assess evidence for ITGCs, Sampling, carry our audit procedures,  

• Ability to explain test steps for common ITGCs tested at most clients. Knowledge of "core" operating systems (i.e., Windows AD, Unix/Linux and ability to run and interpret ACTT reports) 

Behavioural Competencies 

• Professional behaviour: Adhering to our code of conduct and shared values as Deloitte. 

• Lead the way.  

• Serve with Integrity  

• Take care of each other 

• Foster inclusion  

•  Collaborate for measure impact.  

Leadership Capabilities 

• Living Our Purpose: Build own understanding of our purpose and values; explore opportunities for impact. 

• Talent Development: Demonstrate strong commitment to personal learning and development; act as a brand ambassador to help attract top talent. 

• Performance Drive: Understand expectations and demonstrate personal accountability for keeping performance on track. 

• Influence: Actively focus on developing effective communication and relationship-building skills 

• Strategic Direction: Understand how your daily work contributes to the priorities of the team and the business. 

At Deloitte, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work—in every country, in everything we do, every day. We aim to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, including reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. We seek to create and leverage our diverse workforce to build an inclusive environment across the African continent.