Technology Assurance Leader – Associate Director

Company Description

At Deloitte, our Purpose is to make an impact that matters for our clients, our people, and society. This is the lens for which our global strategy is set. It unites Deloitte professionals across geographies, businesses, and skills. It makes us better at what we do and how we do it. It enables us to deliver on our promises to stakeholders, while creating the lasting impact we seek.

Harnessing the talent of 450,000+ people located across more than 150 countries and territories, our size and scale puts us in a unique position to help change the world for the better—by bringing together the services we provide, the societal investments we make, and the collaborations we advance through our ecosystems.

Deloitte offers career opportunities across Audit & Assurance (A&A), Tax & Legal (T&L) and our Consulting services business, which is made up of Strategy, Risk & Transactions Advisory (SR&T) and Technology & Transformation (T&T). 

Are you ready to apply your knowledge and background to exciting new challenges? From learning to leadership, this is your chance to take your career to the next level. 

About the Division

Our Audit & Assurance services go beyond merely meeting statutory requirements. We help our clients perform better and achieve their business objectives. We listen to their needs, think about the business implications and tailor our approach accordingly. Click here to read more about our Audit & Assurance practice

Job Description

Deloitte South Africa is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to grow our Technology Assurance and Advisory business. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with a strong track record in building client relationships, leading high-performing teams, and delivering technology risk and assurance services across industries.

You will be responsible for shaping and growing our market presence, leading strategic engagements, and driving innovation in how we help clients manage technology risk, compliance, and assurance in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Market Leadership & Growth

• Drive business development and originate new opportunities in the Technology Assurance space.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with C-suite executives, boards, and audit committees.
• Represent Deloitte in the market as a thought leader on technology risk, assurance, and governance.

Service Delivery & Innovation

• Lead complex engagements across IT audit, cybersecurity assurance, third-party risk, and regulatory compliance.
• Build and oversee the team and delivery of innovative assurance solutions using emerging technologies (e.g., AI, cloud, automation).
• Ensure high-quality, risk-based, and value-driven outcomes for clients.

Team Leadership & Development

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of professionals.
• Foster a culture of excellence, inclusion, and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with global and regional Deloitte networks to bring best practices to Africa.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12–15 years of experience in Technology Assurance and Advisory.
• Proven track record in business development and client relationship management.
• Deep understanding of frameworks such as COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST, ITIL, and regulatory requirements (e.g., POPIA, King IV).
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and cloud environments.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, or CA(SA) are highly advantageous.
• Experience in a Big 4 or similar professional services environment is preferred.

Additional Information

At Deloitte, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work—in every country, in everything we do, every day. We aim to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, including reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. We seek to create and leverage our diverse workforce to build an inclusive environment across the African continent.

Note: The list of tasks / duties and responsibilities contained in this document is not necessarily exhaustive.  Deloitte may ask the employee to carry out additional duties or responsibilities, which may fall reasonably within the ambit of the role profile, depending on operational requirements.

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