IT Auditor
About us
With a long history of operating and investing in the shipping industry, Danaos manages one of the largest independently owned fleet of modern, large-size containerships. Our dedication to innovation, safety, efficiency and environmental responsibility has helped us forge our reputation as the leading provider of containership management services in the world.
Danaos has been widely recognized for its operational performance, technological innovation, high operational standards and commitment to sustainability. This recognition and technology to management, strong work ethic and sustainable development, the awards Danaos has received are the recognition of the innovations the company has developed in every aspect of its activity.
At Danaos we have made environmental sustainability a priority as we look to the future. We constantly employ the highest operating standards on board to ensure an ethical, safe and pollution free environment for everyone - our people, the community and the marine life all over the world.
As an IT Auditor, you will:
- Conduct risk-based reviews of IT systems, infrastructure, and digital platforms
- Evaluate IT general controls (ITGC), including access management, change management, and system operations
- Support cybersecurity and technology governance assessments, including ISO 27001 internal reviews and certification readiness
- Review security reports, penetration testing results, and system logs to identify potential control weaknesses
- Participate in assessments of business continuity, disaster recovery, and IT resilience
- Provide advisory input on software development lifecycle (SDLC) and change management controls when new systems or applications are introduced
- Collaborate with IT and technology teams to understand system architecture and identify opportunities to strengthen control environments
- Monitor developments in relevant regulations and frameworks (e.g., NIS2, NIST) and incorporate them into audit activities
- Prepare clear and practical audit findings and recommendations to support management in improving technology governance
- Contribute to broader operational and compliance reviews as part of the Internal Audit team
Requirements
The ideal candidate should have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 2–4 years of experience in IT audit, information security, technology risk management, or IT controls
- Familiarity with IT general controls (ITGC) and basic cybersecurity principles
- Understanding of technology risk management concepts and control environments
- Exposure to security reviews, such as access management, system logs, or vulnerability testing outputs
- Familiarity with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, NIS2, or COBIT
- Exposure to ERP systems, cloud environments, or enterprise applications
- Basic awareness of software development lifecycle (SDLC), change management, or DevOps practices will be considered a strong advantage
- Strong analytical thinking and ability to translate technical risks into business impact
- Interest in emerging technologies, including AI and automation, and their assurance implications
- Professional certifications such as CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, or CISSP are considered an asset
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
Benefits
We offer:
- An attractive compensation package
- Group medical insurance plan
- Excellent working environment (Best Workplaces 2025) within a technology-led, global shipping company that operates one of the world’s largest independent fleet
- Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth
Danaos is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment support and respect individuals and personnel processes are applied without any discrimination.
All applications will be treated in strict confidence.