Vodacom Group is inviting experienced professionals in cyber security and technology assurance to apply for the Principal Specialist: IT Internal Audit position.
This senior role is based at the Vodacom Campus in Midrand, near Johannesburg. The position forms part of the company’s internal audit function and focuses on strengthening cyber security governance and technology risk management across the organisation.
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Model: Hybrid (office and remote work)
About the Role
The Principal Specialist: IT Internal Audit position focuses on delivering independent cyber security assurance across the organisation.
The role reports to the Executive Head of Department (EHOD): IT Internal Audit and works closely with senior technology stakeholders.
Key objectives include strengthening cyber security frameworks, improving technology risk controls, and supporting effective governance practices.
Why Consider This Role
This position offers a strong career opportunity for experienced cyber security and IT audit professionals.
Key highlights include:
- Senior cyber security auditing role within a multinational telecommunications company
- Opportunity to perform advanced technology risk assessments
- Exposure to technologies such as cloud computing, IoT, blockchain, and 5G
- Work for a company recognised as a Top Employer in South Africa
- Opportunity to influence enterprise cyber security strategies
- Professional growth within technology governance and risk management
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will perform a range of cyber security auditing activities, including:
- Leading cyber security audits across the organisation’s technology environment
- Planning, executing, and reporting on audit engagements
- Performing technical audits involving technologies such as cloud computing, IoT, blockchain, and 5G
- Acting as a cyber security subject matter expert within the internal audit team
- Using data analytics to improve audit insights
- Monitoring the progress of cyber security remediation actions
- Building strong relationships with senior technology stakeholders
- Maintaining high-quality audit documentation and reporting
Who Should Apply
This role is suitable for experienced professionals working in cyber security and IT auditing.
Ideal candidates may include:
- Senior cyber security professionals involved in risk or assurance roles
- IT auditors with experience in internal or external audit environments
- Cyber security specialists seeking leadership responsibilities
- Professionals with experience in telecommunications or financial services technology
- Candidates experienced in assessing enterprise technology risks
- Professionals comfortable working with executive-level stakeholders
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate strong technical knowledge and cyber security expertise.
Education Requirements
A relevant degree such as:
- BSc Computer Science
- BCom Informatics
- BCom Information Systems
- Other related IT or technology qualifications
Professional Certifications
The following certifications are beneficial:
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
- Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
Experience Requirements
Applicants should have:
- At least three years of cyber security experience in implementation, operations, or risk assessment
- Experience within internal or external audit environments
- Knowledge of ISO27001 cyber security frameworks
- Understanding of penetration testing and ethical hacking techniques
- Experience using vulnerability scanning tools such as Qualys or Nessus
Technical Knowledge
Candidates should also understand:
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
- Vulnerability management systems
- Web Application Firewalls (WAF)
- Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) technologies
- Network security and layered security architecture
- Encryption and web security principles
- Data analytics tools such as PowerBI, QlikSense, or SQL
- Strong communication and report-writing skills are essential.
Employee Benefits
Working at Vodacom Group provides employees with a range of benefits designed to support wellbeing and career development.
Benefits may include:
- Competitive salary and benefit packages
- Performance-based incentives
- Retirement fund contributions
- Medical aid and insurance benefits
- Mobile and data benefits
- Fibre connectivity discounts
- Employee partner discounts
- Hybrid work environment
Employees also gain exposure to advanced telecommunications technologies and enterprise cyber security systems.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application through the official recruitment platform of Vodacom Group.
Before applying, make sure you:
- Prepare an updated professional CV
- Highlight cyber security certifications
- Include relevant internal audit or technology risk experience
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the job title for this role?
- The position is Principal Specialist: IT Internal Audit at Vodacom Group.
Where is the job located?
- The position is based at the Vodacom Campus in Midrand.
Is the salary mentioned?
- The salary for this role has not been publicly disclosed by the employer.