AVP, IT Audit, Group Audit

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB); Singapore; On-site; SGD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd is seeking an experienced audit professional to join the Technology and Digitalisation (TAD) audit team in Singapore. You will deliver assigned technology audit engagements in line with Group Audit methodology and regulatory expectations, blending technology expertise with data analytics to provide impactful assurance.

The role involves working with technology auditors to develop DA use cases, dashboards and automated routines, supporting IT infrastructure reviews,

Qualifications

• Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline with 6–8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in Windows, Unix, AS/400, firewalls, network devices, databases, security operations or application delivery in an audit context.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity control domains: vulnerability management, network security, secure application controls, detection/response, data leakage prevention.
• Strong data analytics, visualization, and scripting skills (SQL, Python or equivalents).
• Certifications such as CISA, CISSP and CISM are an advantage but not mandatory.
• Good writing and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in technology audit engagements reviewing IT infrastructure, controls, and processes.
• Perform audit activities per Internal Audit methodology including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and closure.
• Support rollout of Continuous Auditing (CA) initiatives and expand CA adoption across technology audit areas.
• Collaborate with technology auditors to develop data analytics use cases, dashboards, and automated routines to improve sampling and insights.

Skills

Data analytics

SQL

Python

Scripting

Education

Degree in Information Systems/ CS/ Engineering

Tools

Audit tooling

Job description

Company: 1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in ASEAN with a global network in Southeast Asia, Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. Operating through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, we have a global network of about 430 branches and offices in 19 markets. At the heart of UOB is our culture, shaped by the UOB Way and anchored on our four values - Honourable, Enterprising, United and Committed. For more than 90 years, these values have guided how we do right by our customers, collaborate with one another and create long-term value for the communities we operate in. As One Bank, we are committed to helping our colleagues build sustainable careers grounded in purpose, supported by strong values, and enriched with meaningful opportunities to grow.

Job Description

As a member of the Technology and Digitalisation (TAD) audit team, this role supports the delivery of assigned technology audit engagements in accordance with the Group Audit methodology and applicable regulatory expectations. This role offers the opportunity to combine technology expertise, data analytics, and audit judgement to deliver impactful assurance in a rapidly evolving digital and regulatory landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in technology audit engagements, including reviews of the Bank's IT infrastructure, technology controls, and IT-related processes.
• Perform audit activities in accordance with the Bank's internal audit methodology, covering audit planning, fieldwork execution, reporting, issue follow-up, and closure.
• Support the rollout of Continuous Auditing (CA) initiatives and the expansion of CA adoption across technology audit areas
• Work closely with technology auditors to develop and enhance data analytics (DA) use cases, dashboards, and automated routines to improve sampling, detect anomalies, and generate meaningful audit insights.

Requirements

• Recognised degree or equivalent professional qualification in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, with 6 to 8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in one or more technology domains, such as Windows, Unix, AS400, firewalls, network devices, databases, security operations, or application delivery, with the ability to apply this experience in an audit or assurance context.
• Basic understanding of common cybersecurity control domains, including vulnerability management, network security, secure application controls, detection and response, and data leakage prevention.
• Preference will be given to candidates with strong data analytics, visualisation, and scripting skills (e.g. SQL, Python, or equivalent tools and languages).
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP and CISM are an advantage but not mandatory.
• Good writing and interpersonal communication skills

Candidates with strong data analytics, programming, or automation backgrounds, who are keen to apply their technical skills in a risk and assurance environment and to pursue a career in internal audit, are encouraged to apply, even if they do not come from a traditional audit background.

Additional Requirements

Be a Part of the UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.