IT Auditor - Cybersecurity & Technology Risk

About the role

A leading international Swiss private bank is recruiting, through Finders, an experienced IT Auditor to join its Internal Audit team in Basel. The role sits at the intersection of IT, Cybersecurity, Risk and Governance, assessing complex technology environments, identifying risks and giving independent recommendations to senior management. It is a permanent position.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and execute risk-based IT and Cybersecurity audits.
• Assess IT infrastructure, network security, identity and access management (IAM), IT operations and IT resilience.
• Review cybersecurity controls, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing results and security monitoring.
• Identify technology risks, control weaknesses and opportunities for improvement, including emerging risks such as AI and related governance frameworks.
• Prepare audit reports and present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Monitor the implementation of agreed corrective actions.
• Collaborate with IT, Cybersecurity, Risk Management and Internal Audit teams.

Required profile

• University degree in Computer Science, IT, Information Systems or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• At least 10 years of practical experience in IT, Cybersecurity, Information Security or Technology Risk.
• Hands-on technical experience in Cybersecurity, Network Security, IAM, Vulnerability Management, IT Resilience or Security Operations.
• Proven ability to analyse penetration testing results, vulnerability scans and technical security assessments.
• Previous IT Audit, Technology Risk or assurance experience is an advantage; CISA, CISM or CISSP certifications are preferred.
• Knowledge of AI, AI agents, machine learning or AI governance is a strong advantage.
• Fluent English required; German or French is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel internationally approximately 20+ days per year.

What we offer

• A well-established international private banking organisation.
• Work on complex technology and cybersecurity challenges, with exposure to senior management and international stakeholders.
• Opportunity to contribute to emerging technology and AI risk assessments.
• A collaborative, multicultural and professional environment.
• Long-term career development within an international organisation.