The Role
The Technology Governance & Control Team is a key IT team responsible for providing oversight and governance of IT system development, service management, operations, and support functions at SMBC in Singapore.
Job Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the APAC Regional IT Quality Assurance Team to enhance the overall IT Technology Quality Assurance (QA) and Control framework.
- Develop, implement, and maintain the relevant IT Technology QA and Control framework, including policies, processes, and tools, across Singapore Branch and APAC Branches.
- Conduct regular IT Technology QA & Control compliance checks on in-scope Technology Controls, such as Project Management, IT security, and IT operations, to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
- Prepare and review IT Technology QA & Control compliance assessment reports and establish remediation and improvement plans.
- Maintain IT Technology QA & Control compliance checklists, ensuring they are in line with regulatory requirements and internal IT procedure manuals.
- Ensure compliance with the bank's IT governance policies and procedures and collaborate with IT system owners to perform system risk assessments.
- Standardize processes and procedures with APAC branches, reviewing IT-related documents such as procedure manuals and guidelines.
- Provide leadership and guidance to technology teams, ensuring adherence to IT Technology policies and procedures.
- Implement IT Technology Governance and Controls on digitalized platforms for improved productivity and efficiency.
- Provide IT audit support to relevant business units and IT audits.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT Quality Assurance and Control, preferably within the banking industry.
- Strong knowledge of IT governance frameworks, standards, and best practices.
- Experience in conducting IT compliance checks and preparing compliance assessment reports.
- Excellent understanding of IT project management, IT security, and IT operations.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to IT controls.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or ITIL would be an advantage.
- Work location: One@ChangiCity
