Senior Manager – IT Audit Applications Controls

FIND YOUR 'BETTER' AT AIA

We don't simply believe in being 'The Best'. We believe in better - because there's no limit to how far 'better' can take us.

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.

About the Role

The individual will provide management and the Board with an objective, independent assessment of the IT application controls through the planning and execution of the audit assignments. The individual will also add value to management by providing appropriate business-oriented recommendations.

• Work closely with location's audit manager and Chief Technology Officers to maintain the IT audit - application controls universe, develop and deliver the IT audit plan for assigned locations (whenever needed).

• Manage, execute and complete the assigned IT audit – application controls engagements in accordance with the Group Internal Audit Standards.

• Partner with financial auditors to assess application IT application controls related to key business processes.

• Contribute to build a Group IT audit – application controls team with relevant skill-set and business knowledge.

• Assist to manage the resource availability and adjust the IT audit plans based on the changing IT application controls, risk posture, and/or business priority.

• Build audit relationship with key IT Managements via regular interaction so as to be informed of emerging risk issues and other key changes for assigned locations and Business Units.

• Assist in the development of annual audit plan & prepare audit reports (with fieldwork auditors) in accordance with Quality Assessment Review (QAR) requirements.

• Lead/facilitate discussion of issues and remedial action plans with the appropriate levels of management. 

• Follow-up outstanding audit issues and monitor timely completion of agreed remedial actions by management.

• Proactively contribute to the development of the team through coaching, training and providing timely feedback to junior staff.

• Perform other responsibilities and duties periodically assigned in order to meet operational and/or other requirements.

Job Requirements :

• University graduate in IT or Computer Science or equivalent.

• 8-10 years of IT audit or other relevant experience (e.g. IT application controls, IT risk/ security management, information security tools implementation), preferably with strong understanding and track record in IT application risks and controls review.

• Certificate holder of Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and/or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and/or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) will be an added advantage

• Prior experiences in IT infrastructure, Cybersecurity, system development process, business continuity management, life insurance industry and regional exposure are advantageous.

• Solid analytical, time management, interpersonal and influencing skills.

• Good problem-solving skills, ability to analyse complex data, identify core issues, investigate, evaluate and reach appropriate conclusions.

• Good command of both oral and written English.

• Knowledge in audit tools and other software such as data analytic tools (e.g., ACL, Tableau or PowerBI) and TeamMate are advantageous.

• Good team player who is committed to achieve results.

• Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision and meet milestones within time, cost and quality constraints.

• Ability to direct and drive multiple engagements simultaneously.

• Willing to travel across the regions when needed.

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

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