Senior Manager, ICT & SS Auditor (MOE)

Tech; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Leave benefits

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

GovTech in Singapore is seeking an experienced IT Audit Manager to lead and execute IT audit assignments within the Internal Audit Branch. You will oversee outsourced IT audits, contribute to audit transformation initiatives, and collaborate with stakeholders to implement IT controls and improvements.

The role requires strong knowledge of cyber security, cloud security, data analytics, and governance, with the ability to guide teams and communicate findings to senior management.

Qualifications

• Degree in IT discipline or equivalent.
• CISA and cloud security certs preferred.
• 8+ years in IT audit/compliance; cyber security and cloud security knowledge.
• Experience leading audits and using data analytics in fieldwork.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee IT audits of programs and systems with safety and security focus.
• Develop IT audit workplan with stakeholders.
• Supervise IT audit procedures, risk assessments, and testing.
• Manage outsourced IT audits including VAPT and engagements.
• Prepare executive summaries and reports for Audit Committee.
• Monitor status of past IT audit issues and report progress.
• Recommend improvements to IT security, governance, and risk processes.
• Coordinate with DXD/IT and system owners to minimize disruption.

Skills

IT audit

Cyber security

Data analytics

Governance and controls

AI in delivery

Education

Degree in IT

Tools

AGEM

Python

LLM/GenAI

VAPT

Job description

GovTech is the lead agency driving Singapore’s Smart Nation initiatives and public sector digital transformation. As the Centre of Excellence for Infocomm Technology and Smart Systems (ICT & SS), GovTech develops the Singapore Government’s capabilities in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Smart City Technology, Digital Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity.

AtGovTech, we offer you a purposeful career to make lives better where we empower our people to master their craft through robust learning and development opportunities all year round.

Play a part in Singapore’s vision to build a Smart Nation and embark on your meaningful journey to build tech for public good. Join us to advance our mission and shape your future with us today!

Learn more aboutGovTechat tech.gov.sg.

[What you will be working on]

This IT Audit Manager will be part of the Ministry’s Internal Audit Branch (IAB) and be responsible for leading/executing and managing IT audit assignments, overseeing outsourced IT audit engagements and contributing to IAB’s audit transformation initiatives by being involved in the exploration, development and implementation of IT tools and systems (e.g. AGEM, python, LLM, GenAI etc).

• Oversee the execution of IT audits of pertinent IT programs and systems with a focus on ensuring they adhere to all safety, security protocols, applicable rules, and regulations.
• Develop the IT audit workplan in accordance with prevailing rules, regulations, and audit requirements, working closely with stakeholders.
• Develop and/or supervise IT audit procedures and processes, may perform IT control testing and risk assessments where necessary.
• Manage outsourced IT audits, including VAPT where necessary, from Procurement of audit services, audit planning to completion and payment verification.
• The role includes taking on the role of IT Audit Point in Contact, being the 1st escalation point of contact for outsourced IT auditors and auditees to resolve any engagement issues, participating in Audit Planning, issue discussion, and opening/closing audit meetings and other meetings assessed necessary.
• Summarize results of IT audits for management reporting including proper disposition of test exceptions and preparing Executive Summaries and supporting reports on IT audits for presentation at Audit Committee Meetings
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation status of past IT audit issues to ensure timely and effective closure, and provide regular status updates to the Audit Committee on outstanding matters and closure achievements
• Recommend improvements to IT security and controls, governance, and risk management processes to the organisation.
• Coordinate with DXD/ IT departments of respective MOE Statutory Boards and relevant system owners to facilitate a smooth audit process, minimize operational disruption and ensure timely audit completion.
• Contribute to integrated audits Leverage on his/her experience to contribute to Internal Audit transformation for the branch (e.g. onboard of AGEM, Continuous Auditing, etc) and to advise on how to operationalise IM8 requirements e.g. data management and storage

[What we are looking for]

• Degree in IT discipline, or equivalent.
• Possess related professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and cloud security certification.
• Minimum 8 years in IT audit and/or compliance management. Audit experience and knowledge relating to cyber security, network and infrastructure, cloud security and virtualisation, application security and development, data privacy and protection, and/or business continuity and disaster recovery would be a plus.
• Prior experience leading audits and conducting audit fieldwork and has good working knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance, governance and internal controls. Experience in the use of data analytics in fieldwork would be preferred.
• Strong understanding of technology, IT management processes, technology risks and internal controls. Have basic understanding in prompt engineering and constant use of AI in delivery of the work.
• Able to deliver quality and thorough work, with eye for details.
• Good written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

What we offer you:

GovTechis anequal opportunityemployer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse voices and perspectives, as we believe that diversity is the foundation to innovation.

Our employee benefits are based on a total rewards approach, offering a holistic and market-competitive suite ofperks. These include leave benefits to meet your work-life needs and employee wellness programs.

We champion flexible work arrangements (subject to your job role) and trust that you will manage your own time to deliver your best, wherever you are, and whatever works best for you.

Learn more about life insideGovTechat go.gov.sg/GovTechCareers.

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