Audit Lead, System Security

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Audit Lead, System Security (Vice President) to join our Group Internal Audit team at RHB Banking Group. In this role, you will plan, execute, and manage risk-based IT audit assignments to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements. You will play a key role in strengthening the Bank’s IT governance and control environment by evaluating system security processes, identifying risks, and providing recommendations to enhance operational resilience and system integrity.

What you will be doing

• Plan, execute, and manage risk-based audit assignments as outlined in the Audit Plan, ensuring adherence to approved objectives, scope, and Audit Methodology standards

• Monitor audit progress to ensure completion within budgeted timelines, manpower resources, and cost allocation

• Review draft audit findings, root causes, and recommendations to ensure relevance and accuracy before discussion with line management

• Attend end-of-audit discussions with auditees to confirm findings, root causes, and agreed recommendations

• Review draft audit reports to ensure all significant findings, their underlying risks, and impacts are properly reported with effective recommendations to strengthen internal controls

• Monitor and follow up with auditees on the timely implementation of audit recommendations and address matters arising from deliberations at Management Audit Committee (MAC) meetings

• Conduct special reviews, ad-hoc assignments, and investigations as directed by superiors within allocated time and resources

• Review new or updated policies, procedures, and processes to ensure appropriate internal controls are incorporated

• Perform timely review of Electronic Working Papers (EWP) and ensure proper completion of audit documentation in the Audit Management System (AMS)

• Review and update audit programs to reflect process changes, relevant guidelines, and ensure adequacy of scope and coverage

• Motivate, coach, and provide on-the-job training to subordinates to enhance work quality and deliverables

• Attend group project meetings and provide recommendations on key controls for management consideration

• Assist the Functional Area Head in preparing the Annual Audit Plan and conducting risk assessments across the audit universe

• Perform any other duties as assigned by superiors

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s Degree in an IT-related field or a relevant discipline

• Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)

• 6–9 years of experience in IT audit, preferably within the banking or financial services industry

• Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Sound knowledge of internal control principles, banking operations, risk management, IT/IS controls, and relevant statutory regulations

What we offer

At RHB Banking Group, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that empowers our employees to reach their full potential. We offer competitive remuneration, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional development and career growth. If you’re ready to make an impact in strengthening IT governance and system security within a leading financial institution, we encourage you to apply now.