Technology Assurance Specialist

Are you ready to get ahead in your career?

• We want to empower you to turn your ambitions into achievements.
• We thrive in inclusiveness, diversity and embrace close collaborations for you to create impact for yourself and others.
• Together, we aim to bring the best of technology to help people, businesses and the nation to be ahead in a changing world.
• To realise our vision to become Malaysia’s leading converged solutions company, we are looking for a new talent to innovate and grow with us in a culture that values commitment, performance and possibilities.

Why does this job exist and why is it critical?​

Job Purpose

Provide independent assurance and advisory services over Technology, Cybersecurity, Telecommunications Networks, Cloud, Data, AI, and Digital Platforms by evaluating risks and the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control frameworks. Support Internal Assurance in safeguarding business objectives, regulatory compliance, customer trust, and operational resilience.

What You Will Do :
    1. Conduct risk-based audits and advisory reviews across technology, cybersecurity, cloud, digital platforms, data, and telecommunications environments.
    2. Assess IT governance, technology risk management, and internal control effectiveness.
    3. Evaluate cybersecurity controls including IAM, PAM, vulnerability management, SOC operations, incident response, and cyber resilience.
    4. Review cloud governance, cloud security, and digital technology platforms.
    5. Assess software delivery processes including SDLC, Agile, DevOps, and change management controls.
    6. Perform assurance reviews over telecommunications technologies including 5G, OSS/BSS, network infrastructure, and technology transformation initiatives.
    7. Evaluate data governance, privacy, data quality, and information protection controls.
    8. Assess risks and governance relating to AI, automation, and emerging technologies.
    9. Leverage data analytics and continuous auditing techniques to identify risks and improve assurance coverage.
    10. Prepare and present audit reports to Senior Management and Audit Committee.
    11. Monitor remediation of audit findings and management action plans.
    12. Support development of the annual audit plan by identifying emerging technology and cyber risks.
    13. Collaborate with Risk, Security, Compliance, Privacy, and Technology stakeholders.
    14. Provide independent advisory support on strategic technology initiatives while maintaining auditor independence.

What you need to have for this role:

• Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Telecommunications, or related field.
• Minimum 7– 10 years' experience in IT Audit, Technology Assurance, Cybersecurity related field
• Candidate with CISA, CISSP, AWS / GCP Security Certifications are highly preferred

Skills and Attributes:

• Risk-Based Thinking
• Strategic Technology & Cyber Risk Assessment
• Strong Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
• Stakeholder Management & Influencing Skills
• Excellent Report Writing & Communication
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Continuous Learning & Innovation
• Automation & Digital Mindset

What’s next?

• Once you’ve applied online, our team will carefully review your application. Due to a high volume of applications, we appreciate your patience to allow for a fair and timely review process.
• Should you be shortlisted for the role, we will send you an invitation via email for a digital interview. You can also check on your application status by logging into your candidate account.

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