Head of IT Governance (Banking)

Krisvconsulting Services Pte Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A banking consulting firm is searching for an experienced Head of IT Governance in Kuala Lumpur. The ideal candidate will develop governance frameworks, manage regulatory compliance, and drive risk oversight. This role requires over 15 years of relevant experience in IT Governance within the banking sector, strong leadership, and excellent stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience in IT Governance within Banking or Financial Services.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing governance frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and lead a robust IT governance framework.
• Ensure IT policies, controls, and procedures are enforced.
• Manage IT risk oversight including identification and monitoring of risks.
• Serve as the primary liaison for IT governance matters.
• Drive compliance reporting and governance dashboards for management.

Skills

IT Governance

Risk Management

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Engagement

Analytical Skills

Tools

MAS TRM

PCI DSS

ISO/IEC 27001

COBIT

Job description

About the job Head of IT Governance (Banking)

Seeking a seasoned and strategic leader to head our IT Governance function within the technology division. This role is instrumental in shaping the organization's IT governance strategy, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations, internal policies, and global best practices. The ideal candidate should have experience in banking or financial services, and possess a strong understanding of risk management, IT controls, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and lead a robust IT governance framework aligned with industry standards, regulatory guidelines, and business objectives.
• Ensure IT policies, controls, and procedures are effectively designed, communicated, and enforced across all functions.
• Manage IT risk oversight including identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring of operational and regulatory risks.
• Serve as the primary liaison for IT governance matters with internal auditors, external auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Drive compliance reporting and governance dashboards for senior management, risk committees, and board-level oversight.
• Oversee audit readiness, support internal/external IT audits, and ensure prompt remediation of findings.
• Champion a governance-first mindset across IT and business teams, reinforcing accountability and regulatory discipline.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, evolving regulations, and best practices in IT governance to continuously improve frameworks and controls.

Required Skills & Experience

• 15+ years of relevant experience in IT Governance within Banking or Financial Services.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing governance frameworks, IT risk management, and compliance practices.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards such as MAS TRM, PCI DSS, ISO/IEC 27001, COBIT, or similar.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at senior leadership and board levels.
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional governance programs and audit/regulatory interfaces.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and leadership capabilities.