Head of IT Controls & Assurance

Capabilities, Experience & Qualification Requirements Experience

8+ years’ experience Technology audit, assurance or risk management related roles in consulting firms or other large financial services institutions. Experience in identifying and testing automated business and/or Technology controls. Experience in executing assurance/monitoring processes and testing programs Good knowledge of risk function and risk management practices is preferable.

Essential Capabilities

Strong knowledge of technology risks and controls Ability to articulate the impact of automated control findings to control owners and operators. Ability to work collaboratively with concerned stakeholders. Good verbal and written communication skills.

Qualification Requirements

Tertiary degree in Finance / Commerce / Information Systems / Engineering or related discipline Obtained CISA / CIA / CA / CPA and/or other relevant risk management or technology risk accreditations

Key Accountabilities

Independently undertake predominately automated control design and operating effectiveness testing and validating linkages to process, risks and obligations. Ensure testing consideration is made to reflect on the controls’ ability to support the relevant compliance obligation theme. Delivery of design and operating effectiveness workpapers to a high standard and within timelines. Communicate and agree findings with business stakeholders, ensuring these findings are pragmatic and value adding. Build relationships with stakeholders and provide control advice where relevant. Identify and timely escalation of any issues and provides potential solutions as required. Undertake peer reviews of other testers’ outcomes. Contribute to continuously improving productivity. Contribute to team wide initiatives and engagement.