Job Description
Who We Are
Moniepoint is Africa’s all-in-one financial ecosystem, empowering businesses and their customers with seamless payment, banking, credit, and management tools. In 2023, we processed $182 billion and are Nigeria’s largest merchant acquirer. We are on a mission to create financial happiness for everyone, everywhere.
What We Do
At Moniepoint, we are a customer-focused community dedicated to crafting solutions that redefine our industry. We leverage artificial intelligence and data-driven best practices to support our businesses, from providing credit and overdrafts to ensuring every transaction is secure.
Curious about what makes Moniepoint an incredible place to work? Check out our stories on how we cultivate a culture of innovation, teamwork, and growth.
Job Purpose
At Moniepoint, we’re on a mission to create financial happiness for everyone, everywhere. As an IT Auditor, you play a vital role in this mission by ensuring our technology is secure, reliable, and built on a foundation of trust.
You’ll provide independent assurance that our IT controls are working exactly as they should. By identifying risks before they become problems and recommending innovative ways to strengthen our systems, you help us stay resilient as we scale. You aren’t just checking boxes; you’re helping us build a safer financial ecosystem for millions of people.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate & Assure: Review our IT and information security policies to make sure they’re effective and meet all regulatory standards. You’ll give our leadership team the confidence that our systems are secure.
- Risk-Based Reviews: Conduct deep-dive security and control reviews across our applications, databases, and network infrastructure to keep our data safe.
- Problem Solve: When you find a risk, you don’t just report it—you recommend practical, innovative solutions and work with the right teams to see them through.
- Policy Evolution: Help us keep our internal controls and security policies up to date, ensuring they reflect the latest best practices and business needs.
- Incident Investigation: Stay vigilant. You’ll identify process lapses, investigate IT incidents, and help detect any signs of operational or business loss.
- Partner for Growth: Participate in new IT projects and product development from the start, ensuring we build security and controls into everything we create.
- Collaborate: Work closely with internal teams and external auditors to share insights and make sure we’re all moving toward the same goals.
- Monitor Governance: Review IT operations, staffing, and duties to ensure clear accountability and proper segregation of roles.
Qualifications
- A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or a related field. (A Master’s is a plus, but not required).
- At least 3 years of experience in a bank, financial institution, or IT consulting firm.
- Specifically, at least 2 years of experience focused on information systems security, control, or assurance.
- A solid understanding of IT security and audit frameworks.
- Tech Savvy: You’re comfortable with database administration (Oracle, MSSQL) and have a knack for scripting.
- AI Proficiency: You have practical experience using generative AI tools like Claude to work smarter and faster.
Professional Certifications
We’re looking for someone who has achieved (or is working toward) at least two of the following: CISA, CISM, CRISC, ECSA, CEH, CISSP, CCSP, OCA, OCP, CDPSE, or Security+.
About You
- Systems Thinker: You enjoy connecting the dots and seeing how different parts of a system impact the whole.
- Driven by Mastery: You take pride in being knowledgeable and always base your findings on facts and data.
- Relatable Communicator: You can explain complex technical risks in simple, human terms that everyone understands.
- Solution-Oriented: You don’t just find faults; you’re excited about building better, more secure ways of working.
- I nspirational: You care about our mission and want to help us create a world of financial happiness.
What Success Looks Like
- Our IT controls are consistently rated as effective, and any identified gaps are closed quickly.
- Security and compliance are integrated early into all new products and IT projects.
- Teams across the company see you as a helpful partner and a reliable source of truth.
- You’ve used AI and automation to make our audit processes more efficient and insightful.
What We Offer You
- Culture: We put our people first and prioritize the well-being of every team member. We’re human, we listen, and we look out for one another.
- Learning: We’re big on growth. You’ll find an environment focused on knowledge sharing, training, and helping you reach your potential.
- Compensation: You’ll receive an attractive salary, pension, health insurance, and an annual bonus, along with other great benefits.
What to Expect in the Hiring Process
- A preliminary phone call with our recruiter.
- An interview with the hiring team.
- A final conversation with a member of our executive team.
Moniepoint Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates.
