Technology Assurance Specialist

MAXIS Malaysia; Kampung Paya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MAXIS Malaysia is seeking a senior IT Auditor to provide independent assurance and advisory services across Technology, Cybersecurity, Cloud, Data, AI, and Digital Platforms. You will evaluate governance, risk management, and control frameworks to safeguard business objectives and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 7–10 years of IT Audit experience, a Bachelor’s in IT/CS/Engineering or related field, and professional security certifications such as CISA or CISSP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering/Cybersecurity/telecom or related field.
• 7–10 years' IT Audit/Technology Assurance experience preferred.
• Certifications such as CISA, CISSP, AWS or GCP Security are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk-based audits and advisory reviews across technology, cybersecurity, cloud, data, and telecom environments.
• Assess IT governance, technology risk management, and internal control effectiveness.
• Evaluate cybersecurity controls including IAM, PAM, vulnerability management, SOC operations, and incident response.
• Review cloud governance and digital platforms; assess SDLC, Agile, and change controls.
• Perform assurance reviews over telecommunications tech such as 5G, OSS/BSS, and network infrastructure.
• Evaluate data governance, privacy, data quality, and information protection controls.
• Assess AI, automation, and emerging tech risk governance; leverage data analytics for continuous auditing.
• Prepare and present audit reports to Senior Management and Audit Committee; track remediation.

Skills

Risk-Based Thinking

Analytical & Problem-Solving

Stakeholder Management

Report Writing & Communication

Data-Driven Decision Making

Continuous Learning

Automation & Digital Mindset

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT/Computer Science/Engineering/Cybersecurity/Telecommunications

Tools

CISA

CISSP

AWS/GCP Security Certifications

Job description

Are you ready to get ahead in your career? We want to empower you to turn your ambitions into achievements. We thrive in inclusiveness, diversity and embrace close collaborations for you to create impact for yourself and others. Together, we aim to bring the best of technology to help people, businesses and the nation to be ahead in a changing world. To realise our vision to become Malaysia’s leading converged solutions company, we are looking for a new talent to innovate and grow with us in a culture that values commitment, performance and possibilities.

Why does this job exist and why is it critical? Job Purpose Provide independent assurance and advisory services over Technology, Cybersecurity, Telecommunications Networks, Cloud, Data, AI, and Digital Platforms by evaluating risks and the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control frameworks. Support Internal Assurance in safeguarding business objectives, regulatory compliance, customer trust, and operational resilience.

What You Will Do :

1. Conduct risk-based audits and advisory reviews across technology, cybersecurity, cloud, digital platforms, data, and telecommunications environments.
2. Assess IT governance, technology risk management, and internal control effectiveness.
3. Evaluate cybersecurity controls including IAM, PAM, vulnerability management, SOC operations, incident response, and cyber resilience.
4. Review cloud governance, cloud security, and digital technology platforms.
5. Assess software delivery processes including SDLC, Agile, DevOps, and change management controls.
6. Perform assurance reviews over telecommunications technologies including 5G, OSS/BSS, network infrastructure, and technology transformation initiatives.
7. Evaluate data governance, privacy, data quality, and information protection controls.
8. Assess risks and governance relating to AI, automation, and emerging technologies.
9. Leverage data analytics and continuous auditing techniques to identify risks and improve assurance coverage.
10. Prepare and present audit reports to Senior Management and Audit Committee.
11. Monitor remediation of audit findings and management action plans.
12. Support development of the annual audit plan by identifying emerging technology and cyber risks.
13. Collaborate with Risk, Security, Compliance, Privacy, and Technology stakeholders.
14. Provide independent advisory support on strategic technology initiatives while maintaining auditor independence.

What you need to have for this role:

• Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Telecommunications, or related field.
• Minimum 7– 10 years' experience in IT Audit, Technology Assurance, Cybersecurity related field. Candidate with CISA, CISSP, AWS / GCP Security Certifications are highly preferred.

Skills and Attributes:

• Risk-Based Thinking Strategic Technology & Cyber Risk Assessment
• Strong Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
• Stakeholder Management & Influencing Skills
• Excellent Report Writing & Communication
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Continuous Learning & Innovation
• Automation & Digital Mindset

Maxis values diverse voices & people. We hire and reward our employees based on capability & performance — regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, education, religion, nationality or physical ability.

Tomorrow Begins Today

We are the leading integrated telco in Malaysia, connecting people and businesses to a world of possibilities.

Tomorrow Begins Today, as we make aspiration achievable today with reliable connectivity and simple experiences. We deeply believe that the key element to our success has always been our people. Visit our careers page to learn more about #LifeAtMaxis. #SimplyMaxis Culture To realise our shared vision to be the leading integrated telco in Malaysia, we have embedded the language of commitment, performance, and possibilities to embody our culture values. Our #SimplyMaxis culture encompasses four values which are ‘Keep It Simple’, ‘Focus On Real Customer Needs’, ‘Go For Gold’, and ‘Celebrate Winning Together’. Watch these videos and hear from our people who live and breathe our #SimplyMaxis culture.