IT Risks Manager, Risks & Controls, (Permanent) M/F

CACEIS; Putrajaya; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global asset servicing firm in Putrajaya seeks an IT Risks Manager to oversee operational incident management, coordinate with IT teams, and ensure effective controls. The ideal candidate has 6-10 years of experience, preferably in risk and asset servicing, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology. Strong communication, analytical abilities, and stakeholder management skills are essential, fostering a dynamic environment focused on operational excellence.

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Flexible benefits

World-class training program

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in risk and asset servicing preferred.
• Experience in the financial or IT industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational incidents and coordinate with IT teams.
• Participate in reviewing control plans and carry out Level 2.1 controls.
• Support teams in establishing the risk map and challenge risk mapping.

Skills

Business knowledge

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

General IT knowledge

Multi-stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Relevant degree in Information Technology

Job description

IT Risks Manager, Risks & Controls, (Permanent) M/F

Complementary business types Types of Jobs - Risk Management / Control

Job title IT Risks Manager, Risks & Controls, (Permanent) M/F

Contract type Permanent Contract

Job Summary

CACEIS Malaysia has been a cornerstone of asset servicing since 2008, evolving into a trusted hub of operational excellence within the global CACEIS network. Strategically located in IOI City, Putrajaya, the company employs over 1,200 skilled professionals, providing a broad spectrum of services to institutional clients across Europe. These services include Custody & Cash Clearing, Fund Administration, Fund Distribution, Master Data Services, Market Solutions, Group Invoicing, Reconciliations and Private Equity & Real Estate Solutions. As a centre of excellence, CACEIS Malaysia plays a pivotal role in driving the scalability of global operations, enhancing service quality, and implementing standardized processes to meet the diverse needs of its clients. The dedicated team in Malaysia is committed to delivering reliable, high‑quality solutions that empower clients to thrive in a dynamic and competitive financial landscape.

The Risks & Controls team works across 1LoD business units, technology and support functions to provide management with an informed opinion on the effectiveness of controls that mitigate material risks. The team strengthens the first line of defense by ensuring permanent controls dedicated to the operational and IT teams, including the monitoring of execution incidents, the review of the business risk mapping and the second‑level controls.

What will you do?

By joining the Risk and Controls team dedicated to the Information Systems and IT Security sectors, you will be in charge of managing operational incidents in coordination with IT, carrying out Level 2.1 controls and reviewing the IT risk mapping, in coordination with the second line of defense.

• Operational Incident Management:
  • Ensure correct description of IT incidents detected by operational staff or IT teams.
  • Lead the coordination unit between IT and operational staff in liaison with management.
  • Confirm causes of incidents are correctly identified and action plans to remedy them are monitored, challenged and followed through.
• Level 2.1 Controls:
  • Participate with the information systems and IT security departments in reviewing their control plans to ensure they are up‑to‑date and consistent with the evolution of their activities.
  • Carry out Level 2.1 controls.
  • Write control reports and issue recommendations when results are not satisfactory.
  • Present consolidated results, including Level 1 control results, in the dedicated committees.
• Risk Mapping:
  • Support IT and security teams in establishing the risk map.
  • Challenge the mapping of IT and security risks.
• Other work:
  • Follow up on errors recorded to check consistency of amounts with those declared in incident records.
  • Draw up reports on risk indicators relating to reported incidents and action plans.

Technical Skills Required

• Comprehensive business knowledge – structure, processes, procedures and technology (preferably in Asset Servicing).
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to convey results and recommendations to senior management concisely.
• Ability to navigate large organizations and build collaborative relationships; proven ability to engage and manage stakeholders in a complex environment.
• Ability to analyze and synthesize.
• Critical thinking.
• General IT knowledge.
• Multi‑stakeholder coordination.

Languages

• English – native speaker.
• English proficiency.

Candidate Criteria

• Minimal education level – Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent.
• Relevant university degree in Information Technology.
• Level of minimal experience – 6‑10 years.
• Experience:
  • Relevant risk and asset servicing experience preferred but not essential.
  • Preferably minimum 6 years experience in the financial/Information Technology industry.

Supplementary Information – What’s in it for you?

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including performance based bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation.
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
• A world‑class training program in financial services.
• A collaborative dynamic culture where personal initiative and hard work are recognized and rewarded.

Region: Malaysia

Working hours - 9:00AM - 6:00PM

Position location: Asia, Malaysia

City: Putrajaya

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