Associate Director, IT Audit

FIND YOUR 'BETTER' AT AIA

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We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

If you believe in better, we'd love to hear from you.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR .....

This role will lead the functional team to provide management and the Board with an objective, independent assessment of the internal control systems of Enterprise Applications and Data Risk through planning and execution of IT audit assignments. The individual will be a SME of business processing systems and data risk and ensure value added, accurate and relevant assessment to management by providing appropriate business-oriented recommendations and insights. He/she will be responsible for the audits assigned in the audit plan, reporting to management and relevant stakeholders, and supervising and developing the team and GIA.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with GIA managers and CTOs to maintain the IT audit universe, develop and deliver the IT audit plan.
• Support the Director of IT Audit to (1) plan and allocate resources to effectively accomplish the work to meet productivity and quality goals, (2) adjust the IT audit plans based on the changing IT controls, risk posture, and/or business priority and (3) build relevant skill sets and business knowledge.
• Supervise and coach IT auditors to manage, execute and complete the Group's IT audit plans in accordance with the GIA Standards.
• Build audit relationship with key IT Management of Group Office and BUs via regular interaction to be informed of emerging risk issues and other key changes.
• Manage audit and client expectations about deliverables, timing, and how the approach matches the needs. Ensure work products are focused, clear, accurate, and well presented.
• Review audit reports and lead discussion of issues and remedial action plans with the appropriate levels of management.
• Facilitate issuance of audit reports to management.
• Follow-up outstanding audit issues and monitor timely completion of agreed remedial actions by management.
• Provide recommendation and follow-up to ensure achievement of departmental goals.
• Provide professional advice and insights to management to enable informed management decisions.
• Provide support in preparing IT audit related responses to regulatory inquiries.
• Involvement in the implementation of new processes and systems of the company to provide an independent view to management of the quality and effectiveness of the projects.
• Perform other responsibilities and duties periodically assigned by the Head of Internal Audit in order to meet operational and/or other requirements.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• University graduate in IT or Computer Science or equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years of working experience in IT audit, Information Security and/or other relevant experience, preferably with regional exposure. Experience in Life Insurance or Financial Services industry considered an advantage.
• Certificate holder of Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)/Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)/Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or equivalent with strong understanding in IT controls and risks.
• Excellent command of both oral and written English.
• Proven experience in IT infrastructure, Cybersecurity, system development process and/or business continuity management.
• Knowledge and experience in Cloud Computing and DevSecOps is an advantage.
• Solid people management experience.
• Knowledge of audit and data analytics tools is an advantage.
• Energetic, results-oriented, ability to work under pressure and self-motivated.
• Good analytical, interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Solid problem-solving skills, ability to analyse complex data, identify core issues, investigate, evaluate and reach appropriate conclusions.
• Ability to direct and drive multiple engagements simultaneously.
• Willing to travel for overseas assignments as needed.

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