AVP, IT Audit & Risk (Bank/Insurance)

PM Consulting; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work setup

Job summary

PM Consulting is seeking an AVP, IT Audit & Risk to lead a global, risk-based IT audit program spanning North America and Asia. You will direct a dispersed team, drive AI and data analytics, and advise executives on technology risks, cybersecurity, and data governance.

In this senior role, you will partner with Technology, Risk, Compliance, and Internal Audit leaders to enhance audit coverage, governance, and control effectiveness across regulated financial services environments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership in IT Audit, IT Risk, Information Security, or related fields.
• Proven track record leading global audit programs with dispersed teams.
• Strong people leadership with coaching and talent development.
• Experience engaging with and influencing senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a risk-based IT audit plan aligned with priorities and emerging tech risks.
• Lead IT audits, reviews, and advisory engagements across apps, infra, cybersecurity, data management, digital initiatives, and IT operations.
• Deliver clear audit findings and recommendations to executives.
• Conduct IT audit universe risk assessments to ensure coverage of key risks.
• Provide technology risk and audit expertise to integrated business audits with significant IT components.
• Monitor emerging technology, cybersecurity, regulatory, and operational risks.
• Contribute to evolving audit methodologies with AI, automation, data analytics.
• Assess effectiveness of technology governance, risk management, and control frameworks.

Job description

About the job AVP, IT Audit & Risk (Bank/Insurance)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic IT Audit leader to oversee the development and execution of a global, risk-based IT audit program across North America and Asia. This role will provide independent assurance and advisory support over technology, applications, data, digital delivery, cybersecurity, and enabling platforms while partnering closely with senior business and technology executives.

The successful candidate will lead a geographically dispersed team of IT Audit professionals and play a key role in enhancing audit coverage, driving innovation through AI and data analytics, and strengthening technology risk management practices across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Leadership & Strategy

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive risk-based IT audit plan aligned with organizational priorities and emerging technology risks.
• Lead and execute IT audits, special reviews, and advisory engagements across applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data management, digital initiatives, and technology operations.
• Deliver clear, actionable audit findings and recommendations to executive stakeholders.
• Conduct ongoing IT audit universe risk assessments to ensure adequate coverage of key risks and control environments.
• Provide technology risk and audit expertise to integrated business audits with significant IT components.
• Monitor emerging technology, cybersecurity, regulatory, and operational risks impacting the organization.
• Contribute to the evolution of audit methodologies through the adoption of AI, automation, data analytics, and innovative audit practices.
• Assess the effectiveness of technology governance, risk management, and control frameworks.

Stakeholder Management

• Build trusted relationships with senior leaders across Technology, Risk, Compliance, and Internal Audit functions.
• Facilitate executive-level discussions regarding audit observations, control deficiencies, and risk themes.
• Influence improvements in risk management and control effectiveness across the organization.
• Lead and develop a global IT Audit team of approximately 15 professionals across North America and Asia.
• Drive talent development, employee engagement, coaching, succession planning, and performance management initiatives.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture while maintaining consistent audit quality across regions.

Qualifications

Required Experience

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience within IT Audit, IT Risk, Information Security, Technology Risk Management, or related functions.
• Proven experience leading complex global audit programs and geographically dispersed teams.
• Strong people leadership experience with demonstrated success in coaching, developing, and retaining talent.
• Experience engaging and influencing senior executives and business leaders.

Technical Expertise

• Deep understanding of:
  • IT Audit methodologies and standards
  • Technology risk management frameworks
  • Cybersecurity risk and control frameworks
  • Information risk management practices
  • Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including Agile methodologies
  • Data analytics and AI-enabled audit techniques
• Strong knowledge of emerging technologies, cybersecurity trends, and industry best practices.
• Experience within financial services, insurance, banking, or highly regulated industries is highly preferred.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as:
  • CISA
  • CIA
  • CISSP
  • CISM
  • CEH
  • Other relevant audit, risk, or security certifications

What We're Looking For

• Strategic thinker with strong risk assessment and analytical capabilities.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to influence and challenge senior leadership constructively.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and concurrent engagements.
• Demonstrated success leading diverse teams across multiple geographies and cultures.

Work Arrangement

• Hybrid work setup.
• Occasional travel within North America and Asia may be required.