Audit Consultant at Sperton Malaysia

Oslo, , Norway -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Audit, Compliance, Norwegian Security Act, Supplier Security Directives, Facility Security Clearance, Classified Information Handling, Risk Assessment, Corrective Actions, Security Best Practices, Follow-up Audits, Vendor Vetting, Protective Security Protocols, Confidentiality, Impartiality, Telecom, Defense

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Location: Oslo, Norway Assignment Period: 3 November 2025 – 31 December 2026 Application Deadline: 22 October 2025 About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled Audit Consultant to perform independent audits of vendors involved in classified procurements. The consultant will ensure compliance with the Norwegian Security Act (Sikkerhetsloven), particularly Chapter 9, and applicable Supplier Security Directives. This role is critical in safeguarding national security by verifying that vendors meet legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations related to protective security measures. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute audit plans targeting vendors handling classified procurements. Assess vendor compliance with the Norwegian Security Act and relevant Supplier Security Directives. Verify vendors hold appropriate Facility Security Clearance (FSC) as required under Section 9-3 of the Security Act. Ensure secure handling, storage, and transmission of classified information by vendors. Identify risks in vendor operations, ownership structures, and subcontractor relationships. Recommend corrective actions and improvements to mitigate security vulnerabilities. Deliver detailed audit reports and compliance assessments. Document findings, non-conformities, and remediation plans. Provide expert guidance on vendor compliance and security best practices. Conduct follow-up audits to verify the implementation of corrective actions. Qualifications & Requirements: Valid Norwegian security clearance suitable for auditing classified procurement activities. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in auditing or compliance roles, preferably within telecom, defense, or critical infrastructure sectors. In-depth knowledge of the Norwegian Security Act (Chapters 1, 4, 8, 9, 10) and Supplier Security Directives. Familiarity with secure procurement systems, vendor vetting, and protective security protocols. Ability to operate independently while maintaining strict confidentiality and impartiality. Legal & Contractual Framework: All audit activities must comply with the Norwegian Security Act and applicable Supplier Security Directives. Vendors under audit are required to cooperate under the terms of their procurement agreements. The audit consultant must ensure secure handling of all classified information during audits. Recruitment Partner Denne stillingen utlyses av Sperton Norway As et globalt rekrutterings- og konsulentfirma med kontorer i Europa, Asia og Amerika. Søk i dag!!

Responsibilities

The Audit Consultant will develop and execute audit plans targeting vendors involved in classified procurements, ensuring compliance with the Norwegian Security Act and relevant Supplier Security Directives. This role includes assessing vendor operations, identifying risks, and delivering detailed audit reports.