Internal Audit Lead – IT Audit (Singapore)

About the role

A leading financial services institution is seeking an experienced Internal Audit Lead (IT Audit) to join its Singapore office. Reporting to the Group Head of Internal Audit, the role offers the chance to lead regional audit engagements across Asia while gaining exposure to both IT and operational audits.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and execute risk‑based internal audits across technology, operations and business functions throughout the region.
• Conduct IT audits covering cybersecurity, network infrastructure, application controls, technology governance, data centres, cloud security and AI‑related technologies.
• Assess internal controls, risk‑management frameworks and governance processes across regional entities.
• Manage end‑to‑end audit engagements, including planning, fieldwork, reporting and follow‑up reviews.
• Partner with technology, operations, risk and business stakeholders to identify control gaps and recommend improvements.
• Support broader operational and business audits across various financial services products and functions.
• Prepare audit reports and present findings to senior management.
• Contribute to the enhancement of audit methodologies and governance frameworks.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Computer Science or a related discipline.
• 8‑12 years of experience in internal audit, IT audit, technology risk or related control functions.
• Strong experience across IT audit disciplines such as cybersecurity, network reviews, application reviews, infrastructure audits, data centre and cloud security.
• Financial services experience in banking, capital markets, insurance or other regulated environments is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead audit engagements and manage senior stakeholder relationships.
• Solid understanding of audit methodologies, risk‑management frameworks and internal controls.
• Excellent communication, report writing and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISA, CIA, CISSP or CRISC are advantageous.

Required skills

• Cybersecurity
• Network Infrastructure
• Application Controls
• Technology Governance
• Data Centre Audits
• Cloud Security
• AI‑related technologies