IT General Control Officer at Moniepoint Inc.

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**Embark on a transformative career journey with Moniepoint Inc., a pioneering financial technology company at the forefront of digitizing Africa’s real economy. We are dedicated to empowering businesses across the continent by providing them with an integrated financial ecosystem, encompassing essential payment, banking, credit, and business management tools designed for their success.**

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Job Overview

Moniepoint Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented IT General Control Officer to join our growing remote team. In this critical role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the integrity, security, and compliance of our IT infrastructure and processes. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a robust framework of IT general controls that safeguard our systems and data, meeting both internal standards and external regulatory requirements. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced, innovative environment and play a key part in maintaining the trust and reliability of our financial technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

* Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive IT general control policies, procedures, and standards across the organization.
* Conduct regular risk assessments and identify potential vulnerabilities within the IT environment.
* Design and execute testing methodologies to evaluate the effectiveness of IT general controls, including access controls, change management, and system operations.
* Collaborate with various IT teams, business units, and internal/external auditors to ensure adherence to control frameworks and address any identified gaps.
* Document control activities, findings, and remediation plans, ensuring clear and concise reporting to management.
* Stay abreast of emerging IT risks, regulatory changes, and industry best practices to continuously enhance our control environment.
* Provide guidance and training to staff on IT control principles and best practices.
* Monitor and report on the status of IT general controls, including key risk indicators and control deficiencies.

Requirements

* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
* Proven experience (3+ years) in IT audit, IT risk management, or IT compliance, with a strong understanding of IT general controls.
* Demonstrated knowledge of common IT control frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, or ISO 27001.
* Experience in assessing and testing controls related to user access management, change management, IT operations, and data security.
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.

What We Offer

* The opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing fintech company with a significant impact on Africa’s economic landscape.
* A dynamic and collaborative remote work environment that fosters innovation and professional growth.
* Competitive compensation package and benefits.
* Continuous learning and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career trajectory.
* A chance to contribute to building a secure and trustworthy financial ecosystem for businesses across Africa.