Internal Audit Lead (IT Audit)

A leading financial services institution is seeking an experienced Internal Audit Lead (IT Audit) to join its Singapore office. Reporting to the Group Head of Internal Audit, this role offers the opportunity to lead regional audit engagements across Asia while broadening exposure across both IT and operational audits.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute risk-based internal audits across technology, operations, and business functions across the region
  * Conduct IT audits covering Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure, Application Controls, Technology Governance, Data Centres, Cloud Security, and AI-related technologies
  * Assess internal controls, risk management frameworks, and governance processes across regional entities
  * Manage end-to-end audit engagements, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up reviews
  * Partner with stakeholders across technology, operations, risk, and business teams to identify control gaps and recommend improvements
  * Support broader operational and business audits across various financial services products and functions
  * Prepare audit reports and present findings to senior management
  * Contribute to the enhancement of audit methodologies and governance frameworks
  * Support audit coverage across Asia, including Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and China.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• 8-12 years of experience in Internal Audit, IT Audit, Technology Risk, or related control functions
• Strong experience across IT Audit disciplines, including Cybersecurity, Network Reviews, Application Reviews, Infrastructure Audits, Data Centres, and Cloud Security
• Financial services experience within banking, capital markets, insurance, or other regulated environments is highly preferred
• Proven ability to lead audit engagements and manage senior stakeholder relationships
• Strong understanding of audit methodologies, risk management frameworks, and internal controls
• Exposure to operational or business audits would be advantageous
• Excellent communication, report writing, and stakeholder management skills
• Relevant certifications such as CISA, CIA, CISSP, or CRISC would be advantageous

If you are interested, please apply or email your CV Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion.

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