Specialist, Internal Audit
Description
Your mission is to strengthen and mature our internal IT audit function and team. You will help improve our IT audit methodology and enhance Bitpanda’s overall approach to IT risk, shaping it according to the Bitpanda DNA. You are experienced in performing audits worldwide and with large-scaled Tech companies in either German or English language. You are dedicated to the mission of internal IT audit being an important contributor to the quality and safety of our products. Beside the IT audits, you are heavily involved in the product development process. Your sense for efficiency, focus on the regulatory requirements, and solutions drives and motivates you. You love to travel and easily adapt to new circumstances.
Responsibilities
- Keeping the business safe by leading the execution of IT audits within the Bitpanda Group.
- Conduct IT audits, focussing on compliance with MaRisk, DORA and relevant IT standards and frameworks.
- Participate in vendor audits particularly cloud service providers or as part of the Cloud Collaborative Audit Group (CCAG).
- Collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organisation to align on regulatory requirements, ensure the effectiveness of IT controls, and promote a culture of compliance.
- Draft high quality audit reports for review by audit management, facilitates finding tracking, and validates actions taken to remediate previous audit findings.
- Additionally support in preparing quarterly and annual management reporting.
- Manage and coordinate internal and external IT-related audits with collaboration of various stakeholders.
Requirements
- Degree in business administration/economics, computer science, information technology or a related field. (required)
- Beneficial are professional / industry recognised certifications (e.g. CISA, CIA, CISSP). (preferred)
- IT Audit professional with a deep understanding of financial regulations. (required)
- Ideally knowledge of outsourcing/ICT service provider desired. (preferred)
- Confident appearance and strong verbal and written communication skills. (required)
- Ability to communicate on all hierarchy levels. (required)
- Fluent in both written and spoken English. (required)
- Proficiency in German is a strong asset. (preferred)
- A Self-driven, eager to learn and adapt to new standards, well organised team player with strong analytical skills. (required)
- Willing to travel on an occasional basis. (required)
Benefits
- Flexibility to work where you thrive – Enjoy the freedom of our Hybrid working model, combining onsite collaboration and remote work.
- An additional 25 days per year to work from a city or country of your choice.
- Receive a competitive total compensation package aligned with Bitpanda’s pay-for-impact policy.
- Including participation in our stock option plan.
- Access confidential coaching, counselling, and mental health resources whenever you need them through OpenUP.
- Take extra time off to rest, reset, and recharge, with 3 additional days off in 2026 to prioritise your wellbeing.
- Grow your skills and stay ahead in your career with unlimited access to Udemy’s library of online courses at your own pace.
- Enjoy discounts, rewards, and perks from partners worldwide across lifestyle, wellness, tech, and travel.
- Take advantage of our additional 8 weeks of gender-neutral new parent leave to welcome and bond with your new addition to the family.
- Pandas in Vienna, Bucharest, Barcelona, and Berlin can enjoy free onsite dining, with freshly prepared lunches and snacks to keep you fueled and focused all day long.
- Celebrate milestones and achievements with recognition and rewards for your Tenure at Bitpanda.
- Access exclusive Bitpanda-branded merchandise and gear to represent.
- Join unforgettable company events, from our Winter Party in Vienna to gatherings worldwide, fostering fun, connection, and celebration.
