Head of IT Audit and Risk

5 days ago


Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia ACCA Careers Full time

At ACCA Careers, we are seeking an experienced Head of IT Audit and Risk to join our team. As a Senior Manager, Risk Consulting, you will be responsible for leading and participating in IT audits using the COBIT framework, including audit planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up.

You will oversee the IT Audit Engagements by performing quality reviews to ensure that the IT Audit Objectives are met satisfactorily. Additionally, you will provide on-going coaching and direction to a team of IT Auditors to ensure that audits are performed in accordance with department and professional standards.

Maintaining a strong current knowledge of IT issues affecting businesses is crucial to assess the efficiency and effectiveness of the client's IT general and application controls. You will also provide consultancy or advisory services to clients, if required, to strengthen their IT general and application controls. Presentation of reports to the Audit Committee/ Board of Directors is another key responsibility.

To succeed in this role, you must possess a Bachelor's/Masters' Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related IT fields. Professional IT qualifications, such as Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), Certified Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), etc., are highly desirable. At least 8 years of working experience in a similar role in an advisory or consulting firm is necessary.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience managing audits within a complex operational and regulatory environment. Strong knowledge of COBIT, NIST, BNM RMiT, PayNet, SC Cybersecurity framework, and requirements is essential. Experience in managing a staff of diverse professionals and possessing strong interpersonal and written communication skills are also critical.



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