AVP, Internal Audit (IT)

About the role

Mizuho Bank's Internal Audit Department Asia-Pacific Office (IADAP) in Singapore is looking for an AVP, Internal Audit (IT). IADAP provides independent assessments of risk and control environments across its branches and subsidiaries in the Asia-Pacific region through audits, credit reviews and continuous monitoring. The role covers IT-related internal audits in Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct IT-related internal audits of designated entities in Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region, leading and taking responsibility for their execution.
• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of cyber and IT controls, processes and governance.
• Engage stakeholders to understand business processes, identify IT application controls and influence sustainable remediation.
• Support continuous monitoring, track audit issue closures and validate the effectiveness of remediation actions.
• Support senior managers, executive directors and the managing director with planning and administrative matters, and act as liaison and support for internal auditors of regional offices.
• Monitor emerging cyber threats, technology trends and regulatory developments to inform audit planning and coverage.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree, with at least 5-10 years of experience in the banking industry or an external Big Four audit firm, with knowledge of IT-related audit processes.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in IT audit, cybersecurity or technology risk.
• Ability to interpret vulnerabilities, assess risk impact and recommend practical solutions aligned with industry practice.
• Familiarity with technology-related regulations such as MAS, HKMA, BOT, OJK, APRA, RBI and SBV.
• Willingness to travel within Asia-Pacific countries approximately once every three months.

Required skills

• IT audit and cybersecurity risk assessment
• Preferred certifications: CISA, CISSP, CIA or PMP