Associate, Information Technology Audit

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

HKEX invites an experienced Associate, IT Audit to join the Group Internal Audit function. You will perform high-quality IT audits across the HKEX Group under the Head of IT Audit, supporting the audit life cycle from planning to reporting.

You will validate issues, monitor remediation, stay current with cybersecurity standards, and provide independent assurance and practical risk insights to the Audit Committee and senior management.

Qualifications

• 5 years in internal audit / risk / compliance or related function.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or Technology fields.
• Professional qualifications such as CPA, CIA, CFA, CISA, CISM, CISSP, CEH, CCSP or similar.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct risk-based IT audits across the HKEX Group.
• Support the audit lifecycle from planning to reporting.
• Validate and track remediation of prior audit issues.
• Identify critical risks and escalate to Audit Committee and GIA management.
• Stay updated on cybersecurity standards and industry trends.

Skills

Auditing

Risk assessment

Cybersecurity knowledge

Multi-tasking

Education

Accounting

Finance

Business Administration

Technology

Job description

Company Introduction:

We’re home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets. Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day.

HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: "To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all."

Job Summary:

Group Internal Audit (GIA) support the HKEX Group in achieving its business objectives, safeguarding its assets and reputation, and raising its control culture awareness through the provision of objective, independent and insightful assurance the Board and Senior Management. GIA report directly to the HKEX Audit Committee and administratively to the Group Chief Executive.

Job Duties:

Responsibilities:

The Associate, IT Audit is responsible to perform high quality IT audits for the Group in accordance with GIA’s audit methodology, and to support and contribute to departmental initiatives. The role reports to the Head of IT Audit. The detailed responsibilities of this role are:

• Independently conduct risk-based audits and contribute throughout the audit life cycle including conducting walkthrough meetings and control testing and write quality audit issues / report.
• Independently perform validation of prior audit issues in an effective and timely manner.
• Identify and escalation key issues noted to the Auditor-in-Charge and GIA management for resolution and action.
• Develop and maintain a good knowledge of the company’s governance, business, process, technology and risk management.
• Contribute to the continuous risk monitoring and assessment of IT / business operations to identify emerging and high risk areas for coverage. Provide advice and insight to stakeholders to improve the Firm’s control environment.
• Stay current of the industry development, business and IT trends, including conducting research on industry and risk topics to increase effectiveness of audit coverage and GIA’s ability to add value to the Firm..
• Participate and contribute in departmental initiatives aimed at improving GIA’s audit methodology.
• Support the preparation of materials for the Audit Committee, regulators and senior management.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of work experience from an internal audit / risk / compliance role or other relevant function or an accounting / consulting firm.
• A university graduate of relevant disciplines (e.g. Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Technology, etc.)
• Possess at least one relevant professional qualification such as CPA, CIA, CFA, FRM, CISA, CISM, CISSP, CEH, CCSP / CCAK, CSX-P or other security related qualifications.
• Good understanding of industry cybersecurity standards such as National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, CIS, etc.
• Good understanding of the underlying IT risks, application controls, assessment practices and various IT security software, operating systems, databases, telecommunication and networking technologies.
• Team-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and individual accountability.
• Highly motivated with the ability to multi-task and remain organized.
• Demonstrate agility and the ability to drive and adapt to changes in a fast-changing environment.

HKEX is committed as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is one of our core values and we look to support, respect diverse perspectives, abilities, culture and experiences within our workplace.

Location:

HKEX - Exchange Square

Shift:

N/A

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Permanent