Senior Audit Manager - Technology & Architecture T&O

Standard Chartered Bank; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial institution is seeking a Senior Audit Manager to lead audits covering key risks in Technology Architecture. This role requires a minimum of 12 years of experience in technology operations, strong communication skills, and proficiency in SQL and Python. Collaborate with teams to deliver audits efficiently while adhering to high standards, ensuring risk management and compliance in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. Competitive salary and career advancement opportunities included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of hands-on experience in implementing and running technologies operations.
• Ability to explain technical issues to senior technology leaders.
• Experience in managing teams and delivering audits across enterprise technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-risk audits of enterprise-wide technology.
• Secure management action plans to mitigate risks.
• Provide supervision and leadership to audit teams.

Skills

Hands-on experience in technologies operations

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in SQL, Python, Power BI or Tableau

Analytical capabilities

Education

Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CCSP

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Senior Audit Manager - Technology & Architecture T&O

Group Internal Audit (GIA) in Standard Chartered Bank is seeking a Senior Technology Professional with a risk and control mindset to join the Technology & Architecture (T&A) audit team. The role involves leading and delivering audits that cover key risks in Technology Architecture and Infrastructure, including emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and Digital Assets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver high-risk audits of enterprise-wide technology and collaborate with GIA technology and business teams as required.
• Execute audit work and issue validation efficiently within budget and timelines; provide clear guidance, detailed review, and supervision to ensure quality deliverables.
• Identify risks and impact in audit issues, obtain management agreement, and secure quality management action plans to mitigate risks.
• Provide guidance on business/audit technical knowledge and management skills; mentor and coach team members and other technical auditors.
• Champion innovation by increasing the use of leading-edge methods, such as artificial intelligence and data analytics, in audit assignments.
• Track the implementation and delivery of agreed issues and action plans, advise on resolution for auditees/action plan owners, and escalate unresolved findings as needed.

Business & People

• Engage with Technology BUs Leads to gain insights on technologies and support the business by sharing opinions when requested.
• Monitor progress of key Technology Transformation programmes and provide insights to Heads of Audit on programme development and risk topics.
• Plan, execute fieldwork, and report internal audit engagements to deliver assurance objectives to GIA standards and timelines.
• Deliver audits within budget and drive efficiency to support cost-saving objectives.
• Provide supervision and leadership to audit teams; foster independence and adherence to Audit Charter.
• Support Talent development, training, and continuous learning within the team and broader GIA.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 12 years of hands-on experience in implementing and running technologies operations with in-depth knowledge of Platforms, Network, Databases, Storage, Cloud and Emerging Technologies.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal); ability to explain technical issues to senior technology leaders and document issues, reports, and opinions in clear English.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, Power BI or Tableau; strong analytical capabilities.
• Experience in managing teams and delivering audits across enterprise technologies.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to technology (e.g., PRA, FCA, HKMA, MAS, RBI) is desirable.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent are desirable.
• Familiarity with ISO 27001, GDPR, SOX, and other industry standards.

Technologies & Data Analytics

• Platforms: Operating Systems, Databases, Storage
• Networks: Core network, Directory Services, Network Security, Public Cloud, Middleware
• Technology concepts: Architecture, Infrastructure as Code, DevOps/DevSecOps, Central Observability Platforms, Digital Assets (Blockchain)
• Data Analytics: Python, SQL; audit and risk & controls awareness

Regulatory & Conduct

• Display exemplary conduct and adhere to the Group’s Values and Code of Conduct; understand regulatory requirements in technology.
• Identify, escalate, mitigate and resolve risk, conduct and compliance matters with integrity.

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