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Head of IT Audit

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Job Description - Head of IT Audit

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive, risk-based IT audit plan aligned with business and regulatory priorities.
  • Lead and manage the IT Audit team, providing direction, coaching, and performance oversight
  • Conduct audits covering IT infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, cloud environments, and data governance
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of IT controls and recommend practical improvements
  • Ensure compliance with applicable banking regulations and standards (e.g., HKMA, Basel, internal policies)
  • Collaborate with senior management, business stakeholders, regulators, and external auditors
  • Provide independent assurance on IT risk management and internal control frameworks
  • Drive innovation within the audit function through data analytics and automation
Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, or a related discipline
  • Minimum of 12-15 years of experience in IT Audit, IT Risk, or Technology Risk Management within the banking or financial services industry
  • Proven leadership experience in managing audit teams at a senior level
  • Strong knowledge of IT governance and control frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001)
  • Solid understanding of cybersecurity, cloud computing, and digital banking technologies
  • Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CPA, or equivalent are highly preferred.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior executives
  • Excellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin preferred)


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