Our client is a well known financial organization and is looking for a key support to the Head of Internal Audit in managing and driving the regional audit function. The focus is on delivering a robust, risk-focused audit framework , ensuring consistent standards and effectiveness in governance, controls, and compliance.

Responsibilities

Technology-and Business Focused Audit Planning & Risk Assessment

• Work closely with the Head of Internal Audit to design and execute a regional audit plan with a strong emphasis on IT and technology risk.
• Assess enterprise-wide risks across systems, platforms, and digital operations, including infrastructure, applications, and data environments.
• Identify and prioritize audit areas based on cybersecurity exposure, system criticality, and regulatory technology requirements.
• Ensure alignment with group audit strategy while incorporating emerging technology risks and digital transformation initiatives.

IT Audit Execution & Governance Oversight

• Lead and oversee end-to-end delivery of IT and integrated audits across regional entities, covering infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and data governance.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of IT general controls (ITGCs), automated controls, and system configurations.
• Review audit findings to ensure issues are clearly articulated, risk-rated appropriately, and supported by practical, technology-relevant recommendations.
• Ensure all audit work adheres to established standards (e.g., IIA) and internal methodologies, with consistent quality across regions.

Cybersecurity & Technology Risk Insights

• Provide ongoing insights into cybersecurity posture, data protection risks, and system vulnerabilities.
• Highlight emerging risks in areas such as cloud environments, digital banking platforms, and third-party technology dependencies.
• Support the organization in strengthening IT control frameworks and technology risk governance.

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

• Prepare and deliver reports to senior management and the Audit Committee with a clear focus on risk exposure and control effectiveness.
• Engage with CIOs, CISO teams, and technology stakeholders to discuss audit outcomes and remediation plans.
• Liaise with regulators, external auditors, and compliance teams on technology-related audit matters.
• Represent or deputize for the Head of Internal Audit in IT-focused discussions when required.

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop a team of Internal auditors, providing guidance on audit areas
• Drive capability building in areas such as data analytics, automation tools, and emerging technology risks.
• Support hiring and development of talent with strong audit and technology risk expertise.

Continuous Improvement & Digital Audit Transformation

• Drive adoption of data analytics, automation, and digital tools to enhance audit efficiency and coverage.
• Modernize audit approaches to address evolving technology landscapes, including cloud, AI, and fintech ecosystems.
• Promote a strong technology risk and control culture across the organization.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
• Professional certification such as CISA or equivalent
• At least 8 years of experience in internal audit, IT audit, technology risk, or assurance, with a strong focus on IT controls and risk management
• Solid experience in IT audit across infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and data governance
• Proven ability to lead integrated audits covering both business processes and IT controls
• Exposure to multi-jurisdictional regulatory environments
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Experience presenting to senior management and board-level committees
• Ability to manage complex, cross-border audit engagements
• Willingness to travel regularly within Asia

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