About Maybank Securities
Maybank Securities (MSSG) is a leading brokerage and investment bank across ASEAN, Maybank Securities provides services in corporate finance & advisory, debt markets, equity capital markets, derivatives, retail and institutional securities broking & research and Prime Brokerage.
Job Description:
MSSG is looking for an IT Controls & Assurance Specialist to support the Technology function in managing audit, regulatory, and assurance matters. The role acts as a key liaison with auditors and internal stakeholders, ensuring IT controls are documented, operating as intended, and aligned with regulatory expectations such as MAS TRM. The position will be based in Malaysia while providing support to Singapore operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Audit & Assurance Support
- Support external audit, internal audit, and regulatory reviews related to IT controls
- Coordinate audit evidence, walkthroughs, and responses in partnership with technology teams
- Assist in drafting clear and accurate management responses to audit observations
- Track audit issues and support timely remediation
IT Controls & Documentation
- Maintain IT control documentation, SOPs, and control narratives
- Assist in identifying control gaps and improvement opportunities
- Support periodic reviews of access, change, and operational controls
- Ensure documentation remains current and audit-ready
Regulatory & MAS TRM Alignment
- Support alignment of technology controls with MAS TRM requirements
- Review regulatory notices, circulars, and guidelines, and assess them against current technology practices to ensure ongoing compliance
- Highlight gaps or required changes to relevant technology stakeholders
- Assist in regulatory inspections and information requests
Technology & Infrastructure Understanding
- Develop and maintain understanding of infrastructure, applications, and operational processes
- Support control considerations for legacy systems and vendor platforms
- Assist with control assessments following incidents or system changes
Incident & Issue Support
- Support incident reviews from a controls and assurance perspective
- Assist in preparation of RCAs and control-related follow-ups
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- At least 5–8 years of experience in IT controls, technology operations, audit, or assurance roles
- Good working knowledge of IT infrastructure and operational processes
- Working knowledge of MAS TRM requirements
- Experience supporting audits and regulatory reviews
- Strong documentation and communication skills
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in financial services or regulated environments
- Prior exposure to legacy platforms and vendor-managed systems
- CISA or similar certification
We regret that only short-listed candidates will be notified.
