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About DWS:
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About the Team
The “Internal Auditor IT Applications and Infrastructure” (m/f/d) is responsible for auditing DWS’s technology and security controls. You will be involved in the planning, preparation, coordination and execution of audits to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls related to IT Applications/Infrastructure (SaaS, On-Premises, Cloud) including Cyber and Information Security aspects. You will undertake audit assignments, draft and consolidate audit reports as well as tracking and closing audit findings. You will work as part of a global team.
Your Key Responsibilities:
1. You will support the Head of Internal Audit IT in managing a portfolio of audits and will actively contribute to risk assessment and business monitoring
2. Conduct as lead auditor / auditor the local and global IT audits, this includes writing the findings and drafting the audit report
3. Drafts high quality audit reports for review by audit management, facilitates finding tracking and validates actions taken to remediate previous audit findings
4. Executes audit fieldwork in line with internal methodology e.g. documenting process flows, identification of key risks, testing of key controls to determine whether they are properly designed and are operating effectively and documenting work in accordance with standards
5. Partners with other divisional/teams during audit engagement to guarantee an integrated approach
6. Acts as a competent partner and challenger to clients in the closure process of findings
7. Communicates openly with management and the internal stakeholders; keeps them informed of potential findings and escalate problems/delays accordingly
Your Skills & Experience:
8. University degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering or a related scientific degree. Certifications as CISA, CCSP, CISSP or equivalent qualification in the areas of information security, project management or process-/quality management would be an advantage
9. Experience in IT Audit, IT risk management or information security preferably, in the financial industry
10. A fundamental understanding of the following Audit disciplines: audit concepts (e.g. pre-/post implementation audits), controls in outsourced environments (e.g. for managed services), and auditing project management
11. Demonstrable experience in one or more of the following disciplines: IT Application Manager, IT infrastructure, IT production such as system administrator, database administrator, or software development for applications
12. Confident appearance and strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively in conflicts and at all management levels
13. Self-driven, eager to learn, well organized team player with strong analytical skills, and willing to travel on an occasional basis
14. Fluent in German and English (written and spoken)
Publication period: 2.10.2025 until further notice
Whatwe’lloffer you:
Without the ambitions of our people, our achievementswouldn’tbe possible. Andit’simportant to us that you enjoy coming to work-feeling healthy,happyand rewarded. At DWS,you’llhave access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create apersonalisedplan unique to your lifestyle.Whetheryou’reinterested in healthcare, companyperksor are thinking about your retirement plan,there’ssomething for everyone.
Some of our core benefits:
15. Physical and Mental Health Well-Being benefits including (but not limited to)Statutory Health Insurance (BKK),sickness benefitallowanceandsupport helplines for employees
16. Family friendly benefits including generous parental leave packages (supporting all variations of family set-ups)and support in finding childcare options including DWS’s own kindergarten service
17. A wide selectionof pension plans,Personal Budget Accountsto enablesabbaticalsor early retirementand capital-forming benefits
18. The opportunity to support our CSR strategy which is focused on combatting climate change & achieving greater social justice. You can make donations to our partnered organisations or take part in corporate volunteering opportunities in your local communities by providing on hand support.
DWS’ current Hybrid Working model is designed to find the balance between in-person collaboration & engagement in the office, which is core to our working culture, whilststill remainingfocused on supporting our employees with flexibility. We are committed tosupportflexible and hybrid working agreements across the globe. Depending on the location or role you are applying for, the split between working in the office and at home will be discussed and made clear as part of your application and interview process.
We will continue to review and evolve our working environments and methods to ensure that we are working in the best way possible for our people.
If you require any adjustments or changes to be made to the interview process for any reason including, or related to a disability or long-term health condition,thenplease contactyour recruiterandlet us know whatassistanceyou may need. Examples of adjustments include providing a change to the format of the interview orproviding assistancewhen at the DWS office. This will not affect yourapplicationand your recruitment team will discuss options with you.
We at DWS are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that embraces dialogue and diverse views, and treats everyone fairly to drive a high-performance culture. The value we create for our clients and investors is based on our ability to bring together various perspectives from all over the world and from different backgrounds. It is our experience that teams perform better and deliver improved outcomes when they are able to incorporate a wide range of perspectives. We call this #ConnectingTheDots.