Technology Risk & Compliance Specialist

AFFIN Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AFFIN Group is seeking a dedicated Risk & Compliance professional to join Group Technology. This role will evaluate and ensure proactive management of risk and regulatory compliance across IT programs, with timely mitigation and clear escalation to management.

You will collect data, review documents, and coordinate submissions to regulators and internal risk committees. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in business/IT or related certs (CISA/CISSP/CRISC) and at least 3 years in risk and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant certifications in risk/compliance.
• 3+ years of experience in risk and compliance, preferably in financial institutions.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and GRC practices.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess regulatory requirements and policies affecting information systems.
• Prepare and review risk-related reports and submissions (KRI, RCSA, SSAR, CMAX, CRMA, MCIPD).
• Coordinate monthly/quarterly governance submissions with IT Risk & Compliance teams.
• Document data for KRIs and monitor risk indicators for stakeholders.

Skills

Risk management

Governance

Compliance

GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance)

Analytical skills

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/IT or related field

Certifications (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CRISC)

Job description

AFFIN Group is seeking a dedicated Risk & Compliance professional to join Group Technology. This role will evaluate and ensure proactive management of risk and regulatory compliance across IT programs, with timely mitigation and clear escalation to management.

You will collect data, review documents, and coordinate submissions to regulators and internal risk committees. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in business/IT or related certs (CISA/CISSP/CRISC) and at least 3 years in risk and