Head of IT Audit

The Head of IT Audit develops the organization's IT audit framework to manage regulatory and operational risks to safeguard IT assets. He/She defines key objectives and guiding principles for the formulation of IT risk management programs, as well as procedures for documenting and updating policies, standards, guidelines relating to the management of IT assets. He advices on the development of IT audit plans and ensures that audit plans comply with regulatory, operational, security risks and relevant internal auditing standards. He oversees the conduct of audits, respective investigations into non-compliance and risks identified from audits. He overlooks new IT policies, systems and processes necessary for enhancing IT controls and mitigate risks. He consults with and advises senior leaders regarding internal controls and security procedures, prepares activity and progress reports relating to the IT audit function. He also guide team members on procedures, technical problems, priorities, and methods to develop audit capabilities. He works in a dynamic environment due to rapid changes in the IT landscape. He is knowledgeable of relevant regulatory requirements and internal auditing standards, particularly in the area of technology risk management. The Head of IT Audit possesses strong leadership and communication abilities, and is able to set realistic goals and implement appropriate plans to guide the team toward achieving those goals. He has a deep understanding of the environment in which systems operate and is able to advise and influence key stakeholders.

Skills and Competencies

Technical Skills & Competencies

Audit and Compliance
Proficiency Level
"Establish audit and compliance strategy and objectives for the organization, ensuring robustness of internal controls are strengthened"
5
Budgeting
Proficiency Level
"Develop long-term financial plans and budget requirements"
5
Business Performance Management
Proficiency Level
"Formulate organizational performance systems and key performance indicators in alignment with organization’s vision, mission and values "
5
Business Risk Management
Proficiency Level
"Critically evaluate, review and drive organization-wide risk mitigation and management initiatives"
5
Data Analytics
Proficiency Level
"Drive the organisation's data science capabilities and foster a culture of evidence-based decision making."
5

Generic Skills & Competencies

Interpersonal Skills
Proficiency Level
Influence, guide and handle others’ emotions to build instrumental relationships and manage conflicts and disagreements.
Advanced
Leadership
Proficiency Level
Lead by example at organisational level. Inspire, motivate and guide others to adopt a point of view, make changes or take action. Cultivate an open, cooperative and collaborative learning culture for the organization.
Advanced
Resource Management
Proficiency Level
Establish strategies for the allocation and deployment of resources efficiently and effectively.
Advanced
Problem Solving
Proficiency Level
Anticipate potential problems beyond the current scope and apply higher order problem solving tools and techniques to turn problems into opportunities.
Advanced
Transdisciplinary Thinking
Proficiency Level
Synthesize knowledge and insights across disciplinary boundaries to aid strategic decisions and foster cooperation within and outside of the organization.
Advanced

Critical Work Functions and Key Tasks

Establish IT audit strategy and framework

• Formulate the organisation's IT audit strategy in alignment with the organisation’s vision, 
mission and strategy, and regulatory standards 
• Develop the organisation's IT audit framework to manage operational risks to safeguard IT assets 
• Establish key objectives and guiding principles for IT risk management programs 
• Develop procedures for documenting and updating technology policies, standards, guidelines and procedures

Develop IT audit plans

• Advise on the development of IT audit plans 
• Advise on the approaches, methodologies and tools for IT audits 
• Ensure IT audit plans comply with regulatory requirements and standards 
• Review IT audit plan for approval

Implement IT audit plans

• Oversee the conduct of IT audits 
• Oversee investigations of non-compliance and risks identified from IT audits 
• Review recommendations to improve policies, processes and practices to determine closure of IT audit issues 
• Oversee the implementation of organisation-wide risk assessment of IT infrastructure and systems 
• Oversee the development of audit reports for regulatory compliance 

Enhance IT compliance and risk management

• Advise on the development of new IT policies, systems and processes 
• Act as an internal advisor and subject matter expert to assess and manage IT operations associated risks 
• Drive process improvement in areas where controls do not adequately mitigate IT risks 
• Lead the development of training programmes to ensure adoption of new procedures designed to mitigate IT risks

Manage people and organisation

• Review operational strategies, policies and targets across teams and projects 
• Develop strategies for resource planning and utilisation
• Review the utilisation of resources 
• Oversee the development of learning roadmaps for teams and functions 
• Establish performance indicators to benchmark effectiveness of learning and development programmes against best practices 
• Implement succession planning initiatives for key team positions

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