KPMG Technology Risk Graduate Programme 2027

KPMG invites suitably qualified graduates to apply for the Technology Risk Graduate Programme FY2027 in Johannesburg and Cape Town.

Graduate Programme Application Closing Date: Not specified

Graduate Programme Locations: Johannesburg, Gauteng and Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

The programme is designed for candidates interested in working at the intersection of:

• Technology.
• Business.
• Risk.
• Audit.
• Cybersecurity.
• Data.
• Emerging technologies.

Successful graduates may gain practical exposure to Technology Risk engagements while receiving on-the-job learning and coaching from experienced professionals.

Graduate Programme Overview

Organisation: KPMG
Programme: Technology Risk Graduate Programme FY2027
Business Area: Advisory – Technology Risk
Locations: Johannesburg and Cape Town
Johannesburg Job Number: 26000019
Cape Town Job Number: 2600001S
Programme Year: FY2027
Closing Date: Not specified
Application Method: Online

Johannesburg Qualification Requirements

Applicants for the Johannesburg programme may qualify with one of the following:

• BSc Computer Science.
• BSc Information Technology.
• BSc Information Systems.
• BCom Informatics.
• Bachelor in Information Technology.
• Internal Audit Honours.
• Internal Audit PGDA.

Applicants with differently named or related qualifications should check the official KPMG vacancy before assuming equivalence.

Cape Town Qualification Requirements

The Cape Town programme lists the following qualifications:

• BSc Computer Science / Information Technology.
• BSc Information Systems.
• BCom Informatics.
• Bachelor in Information Technology.
• Internal Audit Honours.
• Internal Audit PGDA.

What Is Technology Risk?

Technology Risk focuses on the risks organisations face as they increasingly depend on technology to operate.

The field can involve assessing whether technology systems, processes and controls are designed and operating effectively.

Technology Risk professionals may consider areas such as:

• IT governance.
• Information security.
• Cybersecurity.
• IT controls.
• Technology assurance.
• Access management.
• Business continuity.
• Cloud technology.
• Data and analytics.
• Emerging technology risks.

Technology Areas Mentioned by KPMG

KPMG’s Technology Risk environment may involve exposure to:

• Cloud technology.
• Robotic Process Automation.
• Artificial Intelligence.
• Blockchain.
• Data and analytics.
• Cybersecurity.
• IT risk and control assessments.

What Graduates May Gain

The programme may provide graduates with:

• On-the-job learning.
• Coaching.
• Practical client exposure.
• Technology Risk experience.
• Exposure to IT and finance environments.
• Experience working with business and technology stakeholders.
• Opportunities to develop analytical and consulting skills.

Skills and Attributes

KPMG is looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Interest in Technology Risk.
• Strong teamwork.
• Ability to work independently.
• Adaptability.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Analytical thinking.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to operate in changing environments.

Problem-Solving Skills

Candidates should be able to:

• Identify problems.
• Analyse potential root causes.
• Consider risks.
• Recommend possible solutions.

This is particularly important in Technology Risk, where graduates may need to understand both technical systems and their impact on business processes.

Who Should Consider Applying?

The programme may suit graduates interested in careers involving:

• Technology consulting.
• IT risk.
• IT audit.
• Cybersecurity.
• Technology assurance.
• Governance.
• Controls.
• Data analytics.
• Emerging technologies.

The supplied information does not state that applicants need several years of professional Technology Risk experience.

How to Apply for KPMG Technology Risk Graduate Programme FY2027 – Johannesburg

Applications must be submitted online through the KPMG recruitment platform.

Click here to apply for KPMG Technology Risk Graduate Programme FY2027 – Johannesburg

Job Number: 26000019

How to Apply for KPMG Technology Risk Graduate Programme FY2027 – Cape Town

Applications must also be submitted online for the Cape Town opportunity.

Click here to apply for KPMG Technology Risk Graduate Programme FY2027 – Cape Town

Job Number: 2600001S

Graduate Programme Application Closing Date

The closing date is:

Not specified in the supplied vacancy information

Applicants should therefore check the live KPMG recruitment pages and apply while the opportunities remain available.