IT Internal Audit

NXP Semiconductors; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development support

Exposure to AI initiatives

Global IT environment

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors is seeking a motivated IT Internal Auditor to join our global Internal Audit team in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. You will contribute to IT/IS audits, risk assessments and advisory engagements, working with IT, cybersecurity, cloud and business teams across geographies.

The role emphasizes governance, data integrity and operational resilience, with exposure to AI initiatives. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in IT audit or related fields, a strong grasp of controls (COBIT/NIST),

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT/IS or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant IT/IT risk experience preferred.
• Big 4 or IT audit background is a plus.
• Professional IT certifications (CISA/CISSP/CEH) are preferred.

Responsibilities

• IT audit execution across global systems, apps, cloud and infrastructure.
• Plan, fieldwork, testing and documentation for end-to-end audit engagements.
• Assess design and effectiveness of IT/IS controls.
• Communicate findings and track corrective actions.

Skills

IT audit

Risk management

Cybersecurity

Data analytics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology/Information Systems

Tools

COBIT

NIST

Job description

**About the role***We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented **IT Internal Auditor** to join our global Internal Audit team. This role provides global exposure and the opportunity to contribute to IT audits and other types of engagements across a wide range of systems, technologies, and business functions. You will work closely with stakeholders to strengthen IT governance, risk management, cybersecurity, and operational resilience*, *while also supporting emerging areas such as AI and digital innovation. This role is based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.***Key responsibilities*****IT Audit execution**** Support **risk-based audits** across global systems, applications, cloud and infrastructure environments.* Contribute to **end-to-end audit engagements**, including planning, fieldwork, testing, and documentation. + Assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls across global Information Technology (IT) and Information Security (IS) processes. + Prepare clear, concise and high-quality audit documentation and draft reports aligned with global standards. + Support the communication of audit findings through written reports and discussions with relevant stakeholders. + Track and follow up on implementation of corrective actions to ensure timely and consistent remediation.***Advisory & other engagements**** Analyze data and processes to **identify IT / IS risks, control gaps, and improvement opportunities**.* Collaborate with IT and business teams to enhance processes, internal (system) controls, data integrity and operational efficiency.* Lead and facilitate walkthroughs, risk assessments, and control design discussions, ensuring accurate and complete documentation (e.g., RCMs, narratives, flowcharts).* **Support IT advisory activities**, including system implementations, digital transformation initiatives and process automation.* Participate in **AI-related and advanced analytics engagements**, including assessing governance, risks, and controls over AI models, data usage, and automation.* Contribute to cross-functional (non-IT) projects, providing a broader business perspective.***Drive internal audit improvements**** Identify opportunities to **enhance audit quality, efficiency, and consistency**.* Contribute to **innovation initiatives** including the use of data analytics, automation, and emerging technologies (incl. AI) to strengthen the Internal Audit function.* Support the development of **modern IT audit methodologies**, particularly for emerging technologies and digital processes.**Your Profile*** Bachelor’s Degree in **Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Internal Audit, Accounting, or related discipline.*** **3-5 years of relevant experience** in IT Audit, Internal Audit, IT Risk, or similar roles.* Experience in a **Big 4 or IT audit/consulting environment** is a plus.* Professional certifications such as **CISA, CISSP, CEH or relevant IT certifications** are preferred.Your main qualities and skills are:* Understanding of IT control frameworks (COBIT, NIST etc.) and internal control principles.* Knowledge of **IT general controls, cybersecurity, cloud and system risks.*** **Interest in emerging technologies**, including AI, data analytics, and automation, with a willingness to develop expertise in these areas.* Strong analytical skills and ability to translate technical risks into clear, actionable insights.* Effective communication skills, with the **ability to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders**.* Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a global environment.* Proactive, curious, and eager to learn and adapt in a fast-evolving technology landscape.* Proficiency in **English** is required**Why Join Us*** Gain **broad exposure** to **global IT / IS environments and initiatives, and AI-related engagements**.* Work closely with **IT, cybersecurity, cloud, data, and business teams across geographies**.* Opportunities for **career development and professional certification support**.* Collaborative and inclusive culture focused on **learning, innovation and continuous improvement.*** Moderate travel (~20%).