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KATLEGO THIPE

IT Audit Manager And Data Analytics Lead
Pretoria

Summary

Technology Audit Manager with over 8 years of progressive experience in IT Internal Audit, Technology Systems Auditing, and Team Management within diverse financial services environments. Expertise in executing medium to high-priority audits on technology processes and systems, with a strong command of technology audit methodology, security audits, network audits, and audit staff management. Possesses a solid academic background in International Accounting, complemented by professional certifications, ensuring effective management of audit expertise, resource planning, and stakeholder relationships. Committed to implementing robust audit programs, identifying control weaknesses, and delivering evidence-based recommendations to enhance technology governance and operational effectiveness.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

IT Audit Manager and Data Analytics Lead

IG GROUP
04.2025 - Current
  • Currently managing comprehensive technology audit assignments within financial services infrastructure, ensuring adherence to Group Internal Audit methodologies and eGRC system requirements.
  • Manage expertise and resource planning for technology, security, and network audit assignments including special projects and management requests
  • Oversee audit staff in conducting interviews, reviewing documents, and preparing working papers in accordance with IIA standards
  • Implement audit programs, recognize control weaknesses, assess materiality, and develop recommendations for compliance improvements
  • Communicate audit results and findings through written reports and presentations to Senior Management and stakeholders
  • Ensure technology audits are conducted on eGRC systems following Group Internal Audit processes and methodologies

Internal Audit Data Analytics and Digital Strategy Lead

MULTICHOICE GROUP
08.2024 - 03.2025
  • Led strategic technology audit initiatives focused on digital transformation, security frameworks, and network infrastructure across diverse business functions.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive technology audit programs including control adequacy and effectiveness reviews
  • Managed audit staff in conducting technology, security, and network audits with focus on identifying control weaknesses
  • Collaborated with IT management and stakeholders on technology governance matters, ensuring compliance with audit standards
  • Implemented eGRC system processes and audit methodology ensuring adherence to Group Internal Audit standards
  • Provided technology audit expertise and developed team capabilities in specialized IT audit techniques

Acting IT Audit Manager

MULTICHOICE GROUP
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Temporarily managed technology audit function during management transition, maintaining audit quality standards and ensuring continuity of technology audit assignments.
  • Maintained continuity of technology audit activities including security audits, network reviews, and system assessments
  • Ensured seamless delivery of audit assignments and timely follow-up on audit recommendations during transition
  • Managed audit staff relationships and stakeholder communications ensuring effective reporting of technology audit findings

Assistant Internal Audit Manager

MULTICHOICE GROUP
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Spearheaded comprehensive technology audit engagements with strong focus on IT systems, security frameworks, and network infrastructure across diverse organizational functions.
  • Executed technology, security, and network audit activities including control testing and system assessments in accordance with Group IA methodology
  • Managed audit staff in developing working papers, conducting interviews, and documenting technology processes and procedures
  • Directed technology audit teams in control adequacy reviews, risk assessments, and audit program implementation across multiple business areas
  • Delivered comprehensive technology audit reports to executive leadership with evidence-based findings and improvement recommendations
  • Coordinated with external auditors and provided technology audit expertise to support organizational audit requirements

Senior Internal Auditor

MULTICHOICE GROUP
08.2022 - 03.2023
  • Delivered comprehensive technology audit engagements with rapid progression to management level within 8 months, demonstrating exceptional IT audit performance and technical expertise.
  • Executed high-quality technology audits across diverse IT systems including security and network infrastructure assessments
  • Demonstrated audit management capabilities through effective control testing, system reviews, and audit staff supervision
  • Contributed to technology audit methodology development and eGRC system implementation processes
  • Achieved promotion to Assistant Manager level within 8 months due to exceptional technology audit performance and leadership potential

Group Internal Auditor

PPC AFRICA
08.2021 - 07.2022
  • Investigated technology control deficiencies and system irregularities, ensuring adherence to internal audit standards and technology governance requirements.

Senior Internal Auditor

KPMG SA
01.2019 - 07.2021
  • Delivered extensive technology audit engagements across financial services sector, with emphasis on IT audit, security assessments, and technology governance frameworks.
  • Maintained current knowledge of technology audit frameworks and IT governance developments across financial services sector
  • Supported clients in addressing technology audit findings and implementing IT control improvements through advisory services
  • Contributed to comprehensive technology audit reporting processes and technical stakeholder communication
  • Conducted control adequacy and effectiveness reviews of technology processes identifying system enhancement opportunities
  • Provided technical audit expertise and mentorship on technology audit best practices and eGRC system implementation

Assistant Lecturer

UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG
01.2017 - 12.2018
  • Facilitated academic programs in accounting, auditing, and technology systems, with focus on IT audit methodology, control evaluation, and audit management education.

Education

Master of Commerce - International Accounting

University of Johannesburg
06-2025

Honours Degree - Internal Auditing

University of Johannesburg
11-2018

Advanced Diploma - Accounting

University of Johannesburg
11-2017

Skills

  • Management of technology audits
  • IT Audit Methodology, Technology Systems Auditing, Security Audits, Network Audits, Control Testing, eGRC Systems, Audit Program Development
  • Strong technical skills

  • SQL, PowerBI, Advanced Excel, Data Analytics, SAP Systems, COBIT Framework, IT Controls, eGRC Platforms, Audit Management Systems
  • Performance improvement
  • Audit planning

Certification

CIA - Certified Internal Auditor

Accomplishments

  • Successfully established comprehensive technology audit function with embedded security and network audit methodologies
  • Managed audit staff and resource planning across multiple technology audit assignments ensuring adherence to Group IA standards
  • Delivered 50+ technology audit reports with evidence-based findings and recommendations, maintaining 100% compliance with IIA standards
  • Developed standardized technology audit programs and eGRC system implementations improving audit efficiency by 35%
  • Successfully managed audit relationships with executive management, external consultants, and audit committees across complex assignments

ADDITIONAL

  • Driving License - C1
  • LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/katlego-thipe

Timeline

IT Audit Manager and Data Analytics Lead

IG GROUP
04.2025 - Current

CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor

09-2024

Internal Audit Data Analytics and Digital Strategy Lead

MULTICHOICE GROUP
08.2024 - 03.2025

Acting IT Audit Manager

MULTICHOICE GROUP
05.2024 - 07.2024

Assistant Internal Audit Manager

MULTICHOICE GROUP
04.2023 - 04.2024

CIA - Certified Internal Auditor

12-2022

Senior Internal Auditor

MULTICHOICE GROUP
08.2022 - 03.2023

Group Internal Auditor

PPC AFRICA
08.2021 - 07.2022

Senior Internal Auditor

KPMG SA
01.2019 - 07.2021

Assistant Lecturer

UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG
01.2017 - 12.2018

Master of Commerce - International Accounting

University of Johannesburg

Honours Degree - Internal Auditing

University of Johannesburg

Advanced Diploma - Accounting

University of Johannesburg
KATLEGO THIPEIT Audit Manager And Data Analytics Lead