IT Officer (IT Assurance), Manila, Philippines

Asian Development Bank; Manila; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and health benefits

Paid leave (including parental)

Life and other insurance plans

Job summary

Asian Development Bank seeks an IT Officer (IT Assurance) to lead IT general controls testing, SWIFT security reviews, and strengthen the IT control environment. The role requires coordinating external audits, updating IT policies, and guiding risk assessments within the Cybersecurity and Compliance Unit at ADB HQ in Manila.

You will oversee audits, collaborate with ITD staff and auditors, and drive governance improvements across IT operations, with strong emphasis on ICFR, ISO27001, and COSO

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or Computer Science; preferably with advanced IT audit training.
• At least 8 years relevant work experience in IT audit, governance, risk and controls.
• Extensive experience in leading IT controls reviews using Sarbanes-Oxley, SSAE, and SWIFT security frameworks as applied in an enterprise environment.
• With experience in GRC tools, IT processes, and controls.
• Strong working knowledge of COSO, NIST, PMBOK, SWIFT CSCF, ISO27001, and ITIL.
• Applicants with CISA, CRISC, PMP, or other IT certifications are preferred
• Must be able to relate to large information-based organizations and be comfortable dealing with senior executives
• Experienced in tools such as Office365 applications and Power BI.
• Strong analytical skills, attentive to details, and methodical with work.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and provide oversight of external audit activities and controls testing within ITD (e.g., IT general controls, ISO 27001, SWIFT controls, Cybersecurity Maturity Assessment).
• Lead planning and stakeholder engagement between external auditors and ITD staff to ensure audits are completed effectively.
• Coordinate with CTL on prioritization for systems in scope for ICFR controls testing.
• Streamline risk and control matrices according to relevant frameworks and IT control changes.
• Provide SME on ICFR, ISO27001 audits, and related IT controls security reviews.
• Review work papers and outputs of service providers for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage execution and reporting to IT Management of external audit activities and controls testing; manage vendor performance.
• Recommend improvements to enhance IT control maturity and mitigate control gaps.
• Lead updates to ADB IT Policies and Operations Manual; coordinate AO 4.05 updates.
• Oversee IT policies development and standardization; facilitate annual reviews to keep policies current.
• Lead the administration of the evidence collection tool, including user access management and configuration oversight; develop and maintain dashboards and reports.

Skills

IT audit

GRC tools

COSO / ISO27001 / NIST

Power BI

Office365

English proficiency

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology / Business Administration / Computer Science

Advanced IT audit training

Tools

Office365

Power BI

Job description

Reference Number

Reference Number 260922

Position Grade

Position Grade TL5

Department

Division

Division Cybersecurity and Compliance Unit

Location

Date Posted

Closing Date

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you ready to make a difference in the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.

Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship

The position of IT Officer (IT Assurance) is assigned to the Cybersecurity and Compliance Unit (ITOD-CSU) within the Information Technology Department (ITD). ITD manages the information systems and technology services required for ADB's Headquarters and Field Offices.

You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines. You will report to the Designated International Staff and Senior Officer (as applicable).

Your Role

As an IT Officer (IT Assurance), you will be responsible for leading and coordinating testing of IT general controls and SWIFT security controls, and for strengthening the overall effectiveness of the IT control environment. You will contribute to the identification and assessment of IT risks and control gaps, support the enhancement and streamlining of control frameworks, and ensure that audit and project documentation are effectively reviewed to promote robust governance, compliance, and continuous improvement across IT operations.

You will:

• Lead and provide oversight of external audit activities and controls testing initiatives within ITD (e.g., IT general controls, ISO 27001, SWIFT controls, Cybersecurity Maturity Assessment, etc.)
  • Lead the planning and stakeholder engagement between external auditors and/or independent assessors and ADB. Collaborate with ITD staff to ensure audits are completed effectively.
  • Lead coordination with CTL on the prioritization for systems in scope for Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) controls testing
  • Streamline risk and control matrices according to relevant frameworks and in line with changes in the IT control environment
  • Provide subject matter expertise on ICFR, ISO27001 audits, and other related IT controls security review
  • Review work papers and other outputs of service providers to ensure accuracy, appropriateness, and completeness of procedures performed and evidence obtained.
  • Manage execution and reporting to IT Management of external audit activities and controls testing. Manage vendor performance according to agreed service levels, e.g., quality, timeliness, efficiency, etc.
  • Recommend improvements or new activities needed to enhance the maturity of the IT control environment and mitigate the recurrence of control gaps
• Lead and provide oversight on updates to ADB IT Policies and Operations Manual
  • Lead coordination with ITD Front Office on the update of AO 4.05, including planning, consolidation of inputs to support timely review, clearance, and implementation of updates
  • Oversee and provide strategic guidance in the development and enhancement of IT policies, processes, and standards
  • Lead the facilitation of the annual review of ITD policies and Operations Manual, to ensure lower-level policies, standards, and implementing guidelines remain current, fit-for-purpose, and aligned with AO 4.05 and other relevant control frameworks.
• Manage and provide ongoing support for the Evidence Collection Tool
  • Lead the solution administration of the evidence collection tool, including user access management and configuration oversight, to ensure the tool operates as intended to support audit and compliance activities
  • Lead the development, maintenance, and enhancement of dashboards and reports

Qualifications

You will need:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or Computer Science; preferably with advanced IT audit training.
• At least 8 years relevant work experience in IT audit, governance, risk and controls.
• Extensive experience in leading IT controls reviews using Sarbanes-Oxley, SSAE , and SWIFT security frameworks as applied in an enterprise environment.
• With experience in GRC tools, IT processes, and controls.
• Strong working knowledge of COSO, NIST, PMBOK, SWIFT CSCF, ISO27001, and ITIL.
• Solid understanding of audit standards and procedures.
• Applicants with CISA, CRISC, PMP, or other IT certifications are preferred
• Must be able to relate to large information-based organizations and be comfortable dealing with senior executives from a variety of cultures.
• Able to liaise and work effectively and collaboratively with team members, and internal and external clients.
• Experienced in tools such as Office365 applications and Power BI.
• Strong analytical skills, attentive to details, and methodical with work.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical Local grade 5 (TL5).

ADB offers a rewarding salary and a comprehensive benefits package . The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.

• Medical and health benefits
• Paid leave (including parental)
• Life and other insurance plans

Additional Information

This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew, initially for a period of up to 3 years, or up to the Normal Retirement Date (NRD), whichever comes earlier, for the purpose(s) and conditions determined by ADB, in accordance with Administrative Order No. 2.01 (Recruitment and Appointment). After the initial fixed-term period, ADB may choose to renew the appointment for up to an additional 3 years or not renewed. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB, based on factors including but not limited to the requirement of Staff's particular blend of skills and experience for the medium-term work program of the organizational unit, sufficient funding to cover the renewed period, and Staff's performance and suitability for employment. There is no limit to the number of renewals up to NRD. However, this appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment.

About Us

ADB is a leading multilateral development bank supporting inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth across Asia and the Pacific. Working with its members and partners to solve complex challenges together, ADB harnesses innovative financial tools and strategic partnerships to transform lives, build quality infrastructure, and safeguard our planet. Founded in 1966, ADB is headquartered in Manila and owned by 69 members—50 from the region.

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