Executive (IT Governance)

Open University Malaysia; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Malaysia is seeking an Executive (IT Governance) to support the implementation, monitoring, and improvement of IT governance frameworks. The role involves managing IT-related risks, ensuring compliance with policies, and preparing governance-related documentation. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in IT governance and possess strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to improving IT governance maturity across the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of working experience in IT governance, IT risk, IT audit, compliance, or related areas.
• Exposure to governance, risk management, compliance (GRC), or internal control environment is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, reviewing, and maintaining IT governance policies.
• Support implementation of IT governance structures.
• Monitor compliance with internal IT policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare IT governance reports for management.
• Provide support during audits relating to IT governance.

Skills

IT Governance & Corporate Governance knowledge

IT Risk Management & Internal Control skills

Understanding of GRC frameworks

Analytical & Risk Assessment skills

Audit & Compliance support skills

Report Writing & Documentation skills

Stakeholder Management & Communication skills

Organisational & Coordination skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking skills

Professional integrity and judgement

Job description

Overview

The Executive (IT Governance) supports the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the organisation’s IT governance framework to ensure that information technology resources are managed effectively, securely, and in alignment with organisational objectives and overall corporate governance requirements. The role integrates IT governance, risk management, compliance, and internal control practices to support transparency, accountability, and sound decision-making across the organisation.

Job Description

• IT Governance Framework & Policy Management: Assist in developing, reviewing, and maintaining IT governance policies, procedures, and standards in alignment with corporate governance frameworks.

• IT Governance Structures: Support the implementation of IT governance structures to ensure accountability, oversight, and effective decision-making.

• Policy Alignment: Ensure IT-related policies are aligned with organisational governance, risk management, and compliance requirements.

• Documentation: Assist in preparing IT governance-related papers and documentation for management and committee review.

• IT Risk, Control & Compliance: Support the identification, assessment, and monitoring of IT-related risks, including information security, system reliability, data protection, and access controls.

• Controls Evaluation: Assist in evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of IT general controls and governance controls.

• Policy & Regulatory Compliance: Monitor compliance with internal IT policies, regulatory requirements, and applicable standards.

• Remediation Tracking: Coordinate follow-up actions on identified IT governance and control gaps.

• Governance Reporting & Documentation: Prepare IT governance, risk, and compliance reports for management and relevant committees.

• Registers & Records: Maintain IT governance registers, documentation, and records to support audit and oversight activities.

• Performance Reporting: Support periodic reviews and reporting on IT governance performance indicators.

• Audit & Assurance Support: Provide support during internal and external audits relating to IT governance, controls, and systems.

• Audit Tracking: Assist in tracking audit findings and monitoring the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

• Assurance Activities: Support assurance activities to strengthen IT governance and overall organisational governance.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory Support: Liaise with IT and non-IT departments to promote understanding of IT governance requirements and responsibilities.

• Advisory Support: Provide advisory support on IT governance matters while ensuring alignment with broader corporate governance principles.

• Cross-Functional Initiatives: Support cross-functional initiatives involving digital, operational, and governance considerations.

• Awareness, Training & Continuous Improvement: Assist in developing and coordinating IT governance awareness and training programmes.

• Governance Practices: Promote good governance practices related to technology use, data management, and information security.

• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance IT governance maturity across the organisation.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of working experience in IT governance, IT risk, IT audit, compliance, or related areas.

• Exposure to governance, risk management, compliance (GRC), or internal control environment is an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• IT Governance & Corporate Governance knowledge

• IT Risk Management & Internal Control skills

• Understanding of GRC frameworks (e.g. COBIT, ISO, internal governance frameworks)

• Analytical & Risk Assessment skills

• Audit & Compliance support skills

• Report Writing & Documentation skills

• Stakeholder Management & Communication skills

• Organisational & Coordination skills

• Attention to Detail

• Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking skills

• Professional integrity and judgement

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