Assistant Head, IT Internal Audit (Listed Financial Institution)

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Head of Internal Audit to shape and execute the regional IT audit plan, focusing on key technology and security risks.
• Perform risk assessments across IT infrastructure, systems, and applications to identify priority audit areas.
• Lead and conduct end-to-end IT audits, covering infrastructure, cybersecurity, access controls, and system configurations.
• Mentor and guide junior auditors, supporting knowledge development in IT audit and strengthening team capabilities.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls within technology environments, ensuring alignment with policies and regulatory standards.
• Identify control gaps and risk exposures, and drive follow-up actions to ensure timely remediation.
• Prepare comprehensive and well-structured audit reports, providing actionable recommendations to management.
• Coordinate and oversee audit activities across regional offices, ensuring consistency in methodology and reporting standards.
• Engage with internal stakeholders including IT, Risk, and Compliance teams, as well as external auditors and regulators where required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including enhancing audit methodologies, leveraging data analytics, and adopting automation tools.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field, with relevant certification (e.g. CISA or equivalent preferred).
• At least 7 years of experience in IT audit / technology risk, with strong exposure to infrastructure and IT security environments.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks in a financial services or MAS-regulated environment is advantageous.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to handle regional responsibilities and travel when required.

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Posting Personnel: Ng Jwee Ken