Head of IAM Controls, Audits, Risk and Assurance

Open a world of opportunity at HSBC as our Head of IAM Control Framework, Audits, Risks and Assurance

Join a digital-first bank that’s powered by people. Our technology teams build innovative digital solutions rapidly and at scale, delivering the next generation of banking services for customers around the world. We have an entrepreneurial mindset and foster an agile, collaborative, and inclusive culture. If you’re passionate about cybersecurity and want to make a real impact, this is your chance to lead at the forefront of Controls for Identity and Access Management (IAM) here at HSBC.

The Opportunity

As the Head of IAM Control Framework, Audits, Risks and Assurance, you’ll be at the frontline of HSBC’s digital defence - playing a pivotal role in safeguarding our global digital assets. You’ll lead the governance, assurance, and risk management of our IAM controls, ensuring we not only meet but anticipate and exceed the highest standards of security and compliance. In a world where cyber threats are constantly evolving, you’ll drive the continual advancement of our control environment, leveraging industry frameworks and best practices to stay ahead of adversaries and protect what matters most to our customers and colleagues.

What you’ll do

• Oversee and continually enhance the IAM control framework, working closely with control owners and stakeholders across the business.


• Establish and maintain robust control governance, including key control indicators, management information, and effectiveness reporting.


• Lead and develop a globally diverse team, driving delivery and a culture of excellence.


• As a key member of the IAM ExCo, lead and contribute to the success of IAM function.


• Manage audit interactions and ensure timely implementation of internal, external, and regulatory requirements.


• Identify and address potential security exposures, recommending and owning corrective actions through to resolution.


• Research and implement IAM enhancements, focusing on automation, simplification, and alignment with industry best practices.


• Ensure strict adherence to compliance and operational risk controls, reporting weaknesses and breaches as required.

What you’ll bring

• Deep expertise in technology/cyber and audit, assurance, governance, risk and compliance, with hands-on knowledge of regulatory landscapes and frameworks such as COBIT, ensuring robust identity and access management aligned to industry best practices and regulatory requirements.


• Significant experience in an IAM Controls function, ideally at a global scale.


• Bring proven Director level experience from Financial Services, a Big 4 consultancy, Big Tech, or a highly regulated sector (Telecoms, Energy), with a track record of designing and evolving control frameworks in response to sophisticated cyber threats.


• Proven leadership of diverse, high-performing teams.


• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.


• Relevant qualifications (e.g., CISM, CRISC) are essential.


• Analytical, technical, and problem-solving expertise, with strong presentation and reporting abilities.

Why HSBC?

At HSBC, we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Our global reach and digital-first mindset mean your expertise in IAM Controls will directly safeguard millions of customers and colleagues, shaping the future of secure banking. You’ll be empowered to drive innovation, strengthen our control environment, and ensure we remain at the forefront of industry standards - because at HSBC, protecting what matters is at the heart of everything we do.

Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we’re dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best. We take pride in being a Disability Confident Leader and will offer an interview to people with disabilities, long term conditions or neurodivergent candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

If you have a need that requires accommodations or changes during the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Helpdesk:
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Telephone: +44 207 832 8500