Senior Manager, IT Audit

FIND YOUR 'BETTER' AT AIA

We don’t simply believe in being ‘The Best’. We believe in better - because there’s no limit to how far ‘better’ can take us.

We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

If you believe in better, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

Responsible for assessing the effectiveness of controls in information systems and related procedures to ensure compliance with AIA policies, procedures and standards

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Help identify key risks at the local level for each entity considering the relevant strategies and business environment.

• Help develop the annual audit plan considering the key risks identified.

• Plan, lead and execute audits within China and evaluate the adequacy of Information System related controls according to established schedule and quality requirements.

• Assist in the preparation of the annual audit plan and schedules and Audit Committee reports.

• Partner with financial auditors to assess application IT controls related to key business processes.

• Review or prepare audit reports and lead discussion of issues and remedial action plans with the appropriate levels of management. 

• Facilitate issuance of audit reports to management.

• Follow-up outstanding audit issues and monitor timely completion of agreed remedial actions by management.

• Proactively contribute to the development of the team through coaching, training and providing timely feedback to junior staff.

• Liaise with the control community and other members of the company to contribute to the implementation of an effective and efficient system of internal control.

• Develop rapport with business unit management through regular communication of changes in business operations, emerging risks and potential issues, etc.

• Provide professional advice and insights to management to enable informed management decisions.

• Take the initiative in improving self through classroom and on-the-job trainings.

• Perform other responsibilities and duties periodically assigned by the Head of China IT Audit in order to meet operational and/or other requirements.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• University degree in IT or Computer Science (or equivalent)

• Minimum 10 years of IT audit, Information Security or solid technology risk management experience, preferably with regional experience is an advantage, in at least one of the following areas: Emerging Information Technologies (such as AI and Cloud) / Cybersecurity / Network Security / Platform Security / Database Security / Mobile Security / Endpoint Security / Application Security / IT Operations / Software Development Life Cycle / Threat and Vulnerability Management

• Certificate holder of Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)/ Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)/ Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

• Strong understanding on IT controls and risks

• Strong understanding of local regulatory requirements, experience auditing compliance with relevant China technology-related regulations applicable to Insurance companies would be helpful.

• Deep understanding of emerging information technologies such as AI and cloud computing is preferred

• Prior audit In-charge experience is preferred

• Good command of both oral and written English and Chinese

• Experience in presenting audit issues to members of Senior Management / ExCo, Board or Audit Committee is preferred

• Knowledge with audit tools and other software such as data analytic tools and MS Office

• Good team player who is committed to achieve results

• Ability to work under pressure and meet milestones within time, cost and quality constraints

• Strong analytical, written/verbal communication, presentation, interpersonal, and relationship building skills

• Solid problem-solving skills, ability to analyze complex data, identify core issues, investigate, evaluate and reach appropriate conclusions

• Ability to adapt to changes quickly and multi-task

• Willing to travel across China and within the region if necessary

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

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