Systems and Process Auditor | Senior Associate | Digital and Controls Assurance

Job Description & Summary

At PwC Australia, we recognise that technology is key to trusted business decisions. In Digital and Controls Assurance, you'll help organisations build trust in technology and AI as they transform the way they work. You'll be on the front lines, often in regulated industries, helping businesses use technology responsibly and with confidence. This will involve assessing and evaluating the design and effectiveness of organisations' IT systems and process controls, AI governance, and cybersecurity to ensure regulatory compliance and risk mitigation. You'll also support testing of AI models and emerging technologies, delivering practical insights on reliability, fairness and control effectiveness.

As a Senior Associate, you'll support systems and process engagements across industries, helping clients strengthen their IT control environments while supporting their innovation and growth with AI. By building skills in technology and AI assurance, you'll play a role in creating a more trustworthy, explainable and responsible digital world.

Why PwC?

At PwC Australia, your skills meet purpose. We tackle big challenges across industries like mining, energy, finance, technology, retail, manufacturing and health—giving you the chance to make a real impact. Here, your growth is our priority. You’ll work with diverse and leading teams and clients, exploring new and emerging technologies such as AI, and unlock your full potential. You’ll be part of a global network of professionals who value quality, collaboration, and making a lasting impact. Together, we’re building trust, solving complex problems, and shaping the future.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and manage engagement workstreams end-to-end, acting as the primary client contact in assessing the design and operating effectiveness of technology (including AI) and process controls aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Evaluate clients’ technology (including AI) environments including application controls, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data protection, AI governance, ethics, and model risk, and IT governance frameworks
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to audit teams specialising in technology (including AI) and process controls, AI, security and resilience
• Collaborate with clients to identify technology (including AI) risks and recommend risk mitigation strategies that enhance the overall control environment
• Design and execute data-driven audit procedures using analytics, automation, AI (agentic, generative) for digitally enabled and continuous controls assurance.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in modern digital audit methodology leveraging AI, automation, and data analytics to enable technology-driven assurance

What we’re looking for:

• 3-5 years of proven experience in managing digital audit engagements within professional services or industry, covering areas such as application controls, IT general controls, cybersecurity, AI governance, and IT governance
• Strong technical knowledge of IT frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST), cybersecurity standards, and relevant regulatory requirements
• Enjoys and would like to further develop in leading and mentoring teams with a focus on technology (including AI) controls assurance
• Experience in third party assurance engagements and reporting (e.g. ASAE 3402, GS007, or similar)
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical issues into business recommendations
• Interest or experience in leveraging AI, automation, cloud, or data analytics (e.g., Azure, AWS, Google) is highly regarded
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or progress toward CA/CPA are highly regarded but we value capability, judgement, and impact just as much as formal credentials.

What you’ll gain:

• A supportive, inclusive culture where your ideas and perspective are welcomed from day one.
• Access to tailored learning programs with access to external certifications through strong alliance partnerships (e.g. AWS, Microsoft) that are designed to develop your skills and unlock your potential.
• Four weeks of annual leave plus floating public holidays and birthday leave giving you the space to rest and recharge.
• Health and lifestyle perks, including wellness benefits and discounted memberships to support your wellbeing from the start.
• Free barista made morning coffee and tea.
• Flexible work arrangements to allow you to bring your true self.

We know that perks are as important as your financial rewards. Explore all the benefits that PwC has to offer here.

Ready to grow here and go further? Join PwC Australia as a Systems and Process Auditor and make an impact that goes beyond the expected. Apply now and take your next step with a team shaping the future.

We’re committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, neurodivergence, or any other protected characteristic. We want you to have every opportunity to thrive in our selection process. In the application form, you can let us know what adjustments you require during our recruitment process and/or any workplace accommodations you anticipate needing to help you perform your role.

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