Employer: Masegare & Associates Incorporated
Industry: IT Audit, Cyber Risk, Accounting & Corporate Governance Services
Location: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa (On-Site Office)
Position Type: Trainee / Graduate Entry Level
Target Candidates: Aspiring IT Audit & Risk Management Professionals
Compensation: Market-Related Administrative & Audit Stipend
Posted Date: 17 October 2026
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 October 2026
About Masegare & Associates & The Trainee IT Auditor Role
Masegare & Associates Incorporated is a reputable South African accounting, auditing, and business advisory firm providing comprehensive assurance, risk management, and governance solutions.
Masegare & Associates is recruiting an ambitious and detail-oriented Trainee IT Auditor to join their dynamic professional services team in Midrand, Gauteng. Designed to launch a successful career in specialized IT risk consulting, this entry-level traineeship offers hands-on exposure to IT general controls (ITGC), cybersecurity reviews, data governance frameworks, system risk evaluations, and internal audit compliance across diverse corporate clients.
Key Responsibilities & IT Audit Workflows
The Trainee IT Auditor will build core technical capabilities across four primary operational areas:
1. IT General Controls (ITGC) & Compliance Testing
- Access & System Audits: Assist senior auditors with evaluating user access management, password policies, privilege account security, and system change management controls.
- Process Reviews: Review IT operational workflows against industry governance frameworks (such as COBIT, ISO 27001, and NIST).
2. Cybersecurity & Risk Assessment Support
- Risk Evaluation: Assist in identifying IT vulnerabilities, data privacy risks, and operational system gaps.
- Security Controls: Review corporate cybersecurity measures, network access logs, and data backup integrity.
3. Audit Documentation & Working Papers
- Working Papers: Prepare clear, accurate, and structured audit working papers detailing audit testing, findings, and evidence gathered.
- Reporting: Assist in drafting formal audit findings, risk recommendations, and client management reports.
4. Client Engagement & Governance
- Stakeholder Interaction: Liaise with client IT leads and systems administrators to request audit documentation, system logs, and process walkthroughs.
Candidate Profile & Minimum Entry Requirements
To qualify for consideration for this position, applicants must meet the following mandatory criteria:
- Educational Qualifications:
- Completed Degree, Diploma, or Higher Qualification in IT Auditing, Information Systems, Internal Audit, Computer Science, BCom IT, or Cybersecurity (Mandatory).
- Technical Knowledge & Aptitude:
- Strong foundational interest and understanding of IT auditing, cybersecurity, risk management, and IT governance principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Core Competencies:
- High attention to detail, strong analytical and logical problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing technical audit reports.
- High level of professional integrity, discretion, and ability to handle confidential corporate data.
- Location:
- Based in or able to commute daily to Midrand, Gauteng.
Application Instructions & Email Guidelines
- Prepare Application Documents: Combine your updated CV, certified copy of your ID, and academic transcripts into a single PDF file.
- Recipient Email: Send your application directly to
tebogob@masegare.co.za. - Recommended Email Subject Line:
Application: Trainee IT Auditor – Midrand - Closing Date: Submit on or before Wednesday, 21 October 2026.
Sample Selection & Interview Questions
IT General Controls & Systems Risk
- Question (ITGC Testing): “Why is proper segregation of duties (SoD) and formal approval critical when evaluating IT change management controls during a system audit?”
- Question (User Access Auditing): “How would you audit a company’s user access list to ensure terminated employees no longer have active credentials on core business applications?”
How to Apply
Submit your CV and supporting documents directly via email:
- Employer: Masegare & Associates Incorporated
- Location: Midrand, Gauteng
- Position: Trainee IT Auditor
- Email Application:
tebogob@masegare.co.za - Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 October 2026